We teach them how to enjoy life in recovery. in, they live in condos in a group setting but separate condos with roommates, depending on their program. Those in Day Treatment can apply for Community Housing and live there for six to twelve months. Another option is Independent Housing, where they pay a discounted rate. When they successfully complete their program, they graduate.” Tara’s eyes shine with joy, “ We just had a beautiful graduation ceremony, just beautiful.” And yes, participants do need
employment. Mary Hall helps with that too. When they get to a certain level with their recovery and counseling, they start working. “Our participants are required to put away 30% of their income—to save it for their future. We assist with their expenses— their rent, their power, their transportation.” And at the end of the program, they have sometimes saved thousands of dollars— enough to get them back on their feet, with a new life in recovery.
Tara states with confidence, “If they apply themselves, they can recover.”
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