Our Team

Matthew Powers Owner

My name is Matthew Powers. It has taken a long time for me to be proud of that name. I was born and raised in Chelsea, MA by a strong and supportive family. Although I was given the direction and guidance, my path did not align with who my family or myself intended for it to be. Until 15 years ago, I was in the grips of the vicious cycle of addiction. My battle was categorized mainly by the pain I caused to those that loved me, and the slow deterioration of my spirit. I wreaked havoc for anyone and anything I came in contact with for many years. I was unrecognizable to those around me- it was dark- that is how I can describe it. I was a shell of a human with very little hope for any type of future.

The day came, the day I wish for each and every person struggling, where I surrendered to my addiction. I was defeated and became willing to take the first step- to enter treatment. My journey began in that moment. Thank God for those that showed me the way, didn’t give up on me and had hope when I couldn’t see past the pain.

As the owner of Chelsea’s House, I have been committed for the past 10+ years, that all Chelsea’s House Sober Homes are open with integrity, quality and a true passion to serve those in our community suffering from Substance Use Disorders. 

Damon Weinberg Executive Leader

Damon Weinberg is a loving and supportive husband and father of three. He is in long term recovery and has worked in the addictions field for 10 years. Damon uses his personal and professional experience to help create and nurture caring environments for people in recovery from substance use disorder. Allowing for different pathways and using different modalities, Damon has always met people where they are at and done whatever he can to help them along their chosen pathway. Being a person with very strong family values Damon has also been a huge proponent for a family style approach to recovery. This includes input and counseling for everybody from the person suffering from SUD and their family as well. Damon has always highly valued treating the family as well the person and will carry this with him at Chelsea's House & Power of Recovery.

Stephen Perez General Manager

I am a man in long term recovery, with over 25 years working in the field. Things have changed since when I got clean, but I am proud to be part of a team who helps others.

Mari Santos General Manager

Mari is a dedicated member of Chelsea's House.  She is a woman in
long-term recovery. A proud mother of three young boys, she made the
courageous decision to change her life and pursue a healing path. Her
personal experience gives her a deep understanding of the challenges
faced by those struggling with substance use disorders.

Having once been a resident of Chelsea's House, Mari brings a unique
perspective and heartfelt empathy to her role. Today, she is honored
to support others on their recovery journeys—offering hope, guidance,
and a living example of what’s possible. Watching others grow and
reclaim their lives inspires and gives her the strength to show up
each day with purpose.