Why is Important?
The problems today of chemical dependency, mental health struggles and homelessness have never been greater. More money is being spent on these problems than ever, yet they are getting worse exponentially.
We understand the issues, have personal and professional experience with them and have the desire to make a difference. We understand that most of the people suffering from addiction, co-occurring disorders and homelessness have become completely isolated, disconnected from friends, family and everyday society.
They have lost their self-worth, direction, hope and in many cases the will to live. The road to recovery is a life long journey and it is not meant to be walked alone. We share our “experience, strength and hope” with those that are beginning on their road to recovery and are help guide those who struggle to stay on the path. We walk the road with them, we do recovery together.
"Walk the road of recovery together as we learn to live life on life’s terms, one day at a time."
Sometimes called a “three-quarter way” home, our goal is to provide a structured living environment for clean and sober daily living using a twelve-step recovery based approach. We provide shelter in a “family” style home environment along with various recovery tools and help with the practical application of every day life skills. Our main objective is to help each person become a responsible, productive member of society at the highest level their potential can achieve. We let each individual know there is hope, they are valued, they are loved, they have significance, and they are not alone. We care for them, until they can care for themselves.
Many people are willing to throw money at these problems, we are willing to take them by the hand and walk side by side sharing our own experiences and wisdom along the way. Every individual has different needs and different life experiences, so we understand there is no set formula to help each person. This is why connecting with each individual at a personal level is so important. Simple Twelve Step based principals; “one day at a time”, “keep coming back, it works if you work it”, “keep it simple”, “the therapeutic value of one addict helping another is without parallel” are the foundation of what we believe in and how we live.
Compassion, respect, integrity
Balance is important for healthy recovery. We encourage growth at every level, body, mind, emotional health and the soul. Accountability & responsibility are expected; daily check ins, daily chores, curfews, sign out sheets, and chemical testing. Good nutrition, healthy food, daily meals and exercise and eliminating other unhealthy habits address physical growth. Good mental health is emphasized; outside twelve-step meetings and professional counseling, journaling, house meetings. Spiritual growth is also key; 12 step, worship (of each persons choice), quiet time, meditation.
Many entering recovery have lost the ability to perform the most basic hygiene tasks that the average person takes for granted. We understand this and help each person with their personal necessities, hygiene and financial responsibilities. We help residents deal with court issues, probation and other legal matters. We help reconnect with family and loved ones whenever possible and appropriate. And most important, a safe environment to recover, zero-tolerance for violence, threats and intimidation. Learning to communicate, process emotions, heal and grow, one day at a time.