America’s Keswick is glad to provide the following referral list of addiction centers and shelters. The list combines programs for both men and women. We have included a list of women only facilities to make it a bit easier for you to find them. This list is by no means exhaustive. Although we are making the list available to you, you must bear the responsibility to contact the shelters and check on requirements, philosophies, and religious affiliations. We are not recommending any particular program. Since each person’s background and needs are different, each individual must evaluate the information and make a selection based on their own need.
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Women Only Christian Rehab Facilities
Arkansas:
v Fort Smith---Hannah House---479-782-5683 www.indianatc.org
Alabama:
v Clayton---Harvest Time---334-775-3121 www.harventtimeministriesinc.org
v Mobile---Home of Grace---334-456-7807---for pregnant women with addictions
v Marbury---Wellspring---334-365---9086 www.wellspringforwomen.org
California:
v Fresno---New Life for girls---559-486-2515
PO Box 12776, Fresno, CA 95779
Faith based program 18 & over (occasional exception for girls 16) - $150 entrance fee -
See Bronx, NY for more details
v Lincoln---Mercy Ministries----Call Nashville----615-831-6987
Main Office P.O. Box 111060, Nashville, TN 37222
Christian 6 month program for girls age 13-28 Treat eating disorders, chemical addictions, pregnancy, self harm, depression and abuse. No fee. Professional counseling Individual professional counseling. RN medical director/ medication allowed. Life training skills.
v Grass Valley---Christian Encounter Ministries---530-268-0877 www.christianencounter.org
v Pasadena---Walter Hoving Home---702-386-1965
See Garrison, NY for information www.walterhovinghome.com
v Ventura---Tender Life Maternity Home---805-653-7474 www.tenderlife.org
Colorado:
v Estes Park---Harvest House---303-443-5407--- may stay after delivery and bring their other children www.hhfw.org
v Bridgeport---- Re-entry Ministry Inc.---203-368-4018
84 Holly Street, Bridgeport, CT. 06607
12-18 month 4 phase Bible-based program for women age 18 and up no cut off age—fee $200.00
(Offers primary care for pregnant addicted women with aftercare available for mothers who are ready to be reunited with their children). www.reentryministry.org
District of Columbia:
v Washington---Gospel Rescue Mission---202-842-1731
12 Month program. No Fee. Women 18 and over. Separate facility for women.
Florida:
v Rowland Heights---Living Hope---407-422-6797 www.livinghopecc.org
v Vero Beach---Women’s Refuge---772-779-4424 & 904-377-4324 www.womensrefugevb.org
v Boynton Beach---Faith Farm---561-732-2370--- Addiction Recovery www.faithfarm.org
Georgia:
v Atlanta---My Sister’s House---404-367-2465
921 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Women 18 and older with substance abuse, eating disorders, childhood traumas, domestic violence, sexual or physical abuse or codependency problems—no smoking---12 month rehab/ personal development---phases including re-entry and aftercare. Pay 20% of income as program fees
v Griffin---Christian Women’s Center---770-227-3700---Addiction Recovery Ministry
Illinois:
v Chicago----New Life for girls---773-764-336
76743 N. Ashland Blvd., Chicago, Ill
Faith based program - $250 entrance fee. See Bronx, NY for more details
Indiana:
v Lafayette---Vision of Hope---765-447-5900
Girls 14 – 28: VOH offers a faith-based residential treatment program for girls struggling with unplanned pregnancy; drug abuse; alcohol abuse; eating disorders; self-harm. 6 – 9 month commitment to the program. No entry fee and the program is free. www.vohlafayette.org
v Bluffton---A Friend’s House---877-821-5556
PO Box 22,Blufton, IN 46714,
A long term residential facility. Faith based ministry. No fee.
www.afriendshouse.net or www.helpforwomen.net
v Anderson---Dove Harbor---765-642-1853---residents may bring children.
v Lebanon---Grace House---812-428-8448 www.indianatc.org
Kansas:
v Shiloh Home of Hope---620-342-2244---(may stay after delivery) www.shilohhomeofhope.org
Louisiana:
v Monro---Mercy Ministries---Call Nashville----615-831-6987
Main Office P.O. Box 111060, Nashville, TN 37222
Christian 6 month program for girls age 13-28 - Treat eating disorders, chemical addictions, pregnancy, self harm, depression and abuse. No fee. Individual professional counseling. RN medical director/ medication allowed. Life training skills. www.mercyministries.com
Maryland:
v Westminster---New Life for Girls----410-848-1360
806 Littletown Pike, Westminster, MD 21157.
Women Age 18 & over; Offers intense treatment of substance abuse/life problems. $165.00 non-refundable application fee; May not be on medications; 3-5 month induction in MD.
Approximately 9 months training in Dover, Pa. Dormitory housing for up to 60 students. 717-266-5614 www.southeastnewlifeforgirls.com
Michigan
v Allendale---Family Life Center---616-895-8336---may stay up to 6 months after delivery.
Minnesota:
v Minneapolis---Metro Hope Ministries---612-721-9415
An oasis of hope for kids & moms:12-18 month program. This will vary, based on the woman’s needs. Children will attend Christian school. After care program. Their goal is to keep in fellowship with the Lord and each other. www.metrohope.org
Mississippi:
v Gautier--- HOME OF GRACE for Women---228-497-1312 & fax 228-497-7340--7112 Home of Grace Drive, Gautier, MS 39553
Admissions office: 228-826-5283.
Established in 1965; offering help to men & women. Women’s facility is on separate campus. Three months, faith-based recovery program that teaches life skills using Biblical principles. – Daily classes, Christ-centered curriculum, individual and group counseling meeting spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional needs. Fee $4,200 – will work with women case by case. Scholarships are available. Will work out a payment plan. www.homeofgrace.org
Missouri:
v St. Louis----Mercy Ministries----call Nashville---615-831-6987
Main Office P.O. Box 111060, Nashville, TN 37222
Christian 6 month program for girls age 13-28.Treat eating disorders; chemical addictions; pregnancy; self harm; depression and abuse. No fee. Individual professional counseling.
RN medical director/ medication allowed. Life training skills. www.mercyministries.com
Nevada:
v Las Vegas---Walter Hoving Home---848-424-3674--- see Garrison, NY for information.
New Hampshire:
v Manchester --- New Life Ministries of New England, Inc.---603-624-8444
P.O Box 148 Manchester, NH 03105.
18 - 24 months program – Women w/or without children - Age 18 and older (Girls accepted up to age10 & Boys up to 7). $300 - $500 Entrance Fee. www.newlifehome.org
v Hillsboro---His Mansion Ministries---603-464-5555 www.hismansion.com
New Jersey:
v Flemington --- Good News Home For Women
Main---908-806-7913 & Facility---908-806-4220
33 Bartles Corner Road, Flemington, NJ 08822
Long Term 9-18 month Christian program for alcohol/drugs. Short term 28 days. Age 18 and older no cut off age. May take Medications. RN on staff. $315.00 non refundable entrance fee. Insurance/General assistance. No age limit. www.goodnewshomeforwomen.org
v Ocean County Health Department---732-341-9700 Ext 7535
Ocean County Board of Health Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Service Unit www.ochd.org
New York:
v Garrison---Walter Hoving Home---Toll free #877-247-5401---845-424-3674
P.O. Box 194, Garrison, NY 10524---Christian women’s program for drug, alcohol, prostitution addictions and other life controlling problems---1 year program to receive certificate. Age 18 and up, no age limit. $500.00 entrance fee required. Fee will be waived if coming from jail or off the street. May be on medications: NO narcotic or psychotropic medications. Sponsorship monthly support requested. Computer and career classes offered. Offers a 6 months program if unable to complete one year. www.walterhovinghome.com
v Bronx---New Life For Girls --- 718-731-2752--- PO Box 523031, Bronx, NY. 1743 Grand Ave., Bronx, NY. Christian Biblical Discipleship Training program 3 months in Bronx, 9-12 months in Dover, Pa. (Up to 80 students) $165.00
entrance fee. ---Facility in Glen Rock, PA, provides for women and children. www.newlifeforgirls.org
v Lakemont---Gift of Life---Women & Children---800-VICTORY or 607-243-8126 or 1-800-842-8679 – Freedom Village USA. www.freedomvillageusa.com
v Manhattan---Bowery Mission---212-396-9000 --- Women’s Center at Heartsease Home --- Faith-based residential program for 17 women at a time – 9 months. Focus on spiritual, economical, and emotional healing. Ages 18 – 55. Opened in 2005. Practical skills training at on-site Career Center. Located on the upper east side of Manhattan. www.bowerymission.org
North Carolina:
v Charlotte---Doves Nest---704-332-3999---Recovery Program. Faith based. No fee.
www.charlotterescuemission.org
v Raleigh---Raleigh Rescue Mission, Inc. --- 919-828-9014 Faith based 6-8 month women’s program 18 and up. No fee. www.raleighrescuemission.org
v Greensboro---Freedom House---336-286-7622 focus on addiction; may stay with children. www.helpfreedomhouse.org
Ohio:
v Monroe---Darlene Bishop Home---513-423-5433---(may stay up to 2 months after delivery). www.dbhl.org
Oklahoma:
v Tulsa---Glory House---918-584-1808 www.gloryhousetulsa.org
Pennsylvania:
v Dover---New Life for Girls---717-266-5614---PO Box 170, Dover, PA 17315 Main Center. See Bronx, NY for details. www.newlifeforgirls.org
v Elkins Park---Beth Shalom---717-397-5182---(work primarily with woman recently incarcerated in Lancaster County - residents may bring children) Fee 30% of income.
v Harrisburg---Women’s Center at Bethesda Mission---717-257-4447--818 North 20th, Harrisburg, PA 17103. Residential, spiritually-based recovery program for woman 18 and up accepted with children (boys up to age 7; girls-no age limit). Initial commitment of one year required. No fee. Contact person – Samoya Brunelle – sbrunelle@bethesda-mission.org - As of this time there is no fee, but this may change in the future. www.bethesdamission.org
v Johnstown---Peniel---814-536-2111---Addiction Recovery www.penielministries.org
v Lancaster---New Life for Girls---717-399-5435---PO Box 10504, Lancaster, PA - See Bronx, NY for details.
v Lancaster---The Lydia Center---division of Water Street Rescue Mission 717-252-5986---1168 Hilt Road, P.O. Box 147, Wrightsville, PA 17368
Bible based program, minimum 10 month program for women 18 years and up (and children to age 6). Additional 8 month transitional living program available to encourage outside employment; local church involvement, while still living at the facility. Application fee dependant on income.
Questions & information: www.WSRM.org or lydiavolunteers@WSRM.org
v Philadelphia---Teen Challenge---215-843-2887---Women age 18 and up. Discipleship Biblical Based drug/alcohol based program. 4-6 month induction phase, then 8-10 months in Western Michigan, Muskegon, or West VA. $750.00 intake fee plus return bus fare fee. www.teenchallengeusa.com
v Pittsburg---Light of Life Ministries---412-258-6100 www.lightoflife.org
v Glen Rock---New Life for Girls---717-235-6295--- Extension of main center geared to women who have entered the program with children. They may complete the program with their children present. See Bronx. NY for details.
v New Castle---The Covenant Home---724-652-4349---1018 Rebecca Street
Women & Children, Married with children. 30 Day program / No fee.
Washington---Avis Arbor Women’s Shelter---724-222-8530---84 West Wheeling – www.citymission.org
v York---York Rescue Mission, Inc.---717-845-7662---17 Jefferson Ave., York, PA 17405 – PO Box 1968. No fee. www.yorkrescuemission.org
South Carolina:
v Greenville --- Miracle Hill Ministries: Renewal @ Rosewood (Shepherd’s Gate) --- 864-242-2166--- 19 Graver Dr., Greenville, SC 29609. Renewal Program-- 6 month plus drug/alcohol program based on individual needs. Christian program for women 18 and older. www.miraclehill.org
v Shepherd’s Gate---864-242-2166---11Regency Hill Dr., Greenville, SC 29607
Emergency shelter for women & children—boys up to age10/girls no age restriction. May be on medications under medical prescription. Parenting classes, Bible classes, career development, basic office skills/ work program.
v Myrtle Beach---Coastal Rescue Mission, Inc. ---843-448-1352---568 George Bishop Parkway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578. Women & children shelter. www.coastalrescuemission.org
v Santee --- Hebron Grace Home --- 803-854-9809---P.O. Box 407 Santee, SC 29142 - 10 week Christian Recovery program for women 20 years of age and older--- drug free or sober (72 hours or longer). Free of charge with $300.00 medical deposit refundable at completion of program. www.hebroncolony.org
Tennessee:
v Memphis---Moriah House---901-522-8819---Ask for the Moriah House. Addiction Recovery, Crisis Pregnancy, Domestic Violence, Depression. For women with children and for singles.
v Memphis---Memphis Union Mission---901-357-9641 www.memphisunionmission.org
v Nashville ---Mercy Ministries---615-831-6987---P.O. Box 111060, Nashville, TN 37222. Christian 6 month program for girls 13 – 28. Treat eating disorders; chemical addictions, pregnancy, depression, and abuse. Individual professional counseling. No fee. RN medical director on staff/medications allowed. Life Training skills. Also Monroe, LA and St. Louis, MO. www.mercyministries.com
v Nashville---Hope Center---615-312-1574---Ask for Hope Center admissions www.nashvillerescuemission.org
Texas:
v Hungerford---Straightway---979-532-1929
Virginia:
v Norfolk--- Union Mission gospel Ministry for women & families---757-627-8686. No fee ---website www.ummmorua.org
v Richmond---New Life for Youth (The Mercy House)---804-230-4485
12-18 month 4-5 phase Christian rehab program.GED/vocational training program. $500.00 entrance fee/return trip transportation money. Ages 18 – 50. Medical exam required. Entrance fee possibly can be waived. New Life requests monthly financial sponsorship towards program costs. www.newlifeforyouth.com
Facilities For Teen Girls
Alabama:
v Birmingham---Lifeline Village---205-967-0811 www.lifelineadoption.org
Arkansas:
v Hot Springs---Highlands Maternity Home---501-262-1660 www.agamilyservices.org
California:
v Fresno---New Life for girls---559-486-2515 (see Bronx, NY for details)
v Ventura---Tender Life Maternity Home----805-653-7474 www.tenderlife.org
Florida:
v Cape Coral---Lifeline family Center---230-242-7238 www.lifelinefamilycenter.org
(may stay up to 2 years after delivery)
v Bradenton & Englewood---Solve Maternity Homes---941-748-0094
v Naples---Sunlight Maternity Homes---239-352-0251 www.sunlighthome.org
Illinois:
v Chicago---New Life for girls---773-764-3367 (see Bronx, NY for details)
v Ottawa & Morris---Under His Wings---815-431-1264 (work with drug addictions – may stay after delivery) www.underhiswingsministry.com
Indiana:
v Lafayette ---Vision of Hope---765-447-5900---girls 14 – 28 VOH offers a faith based residential treatment program for girls struggling with unplanned pregnancy; drug abuse; alcohol abuse; eating disorders’ self-harm. 6 – 9 month commitment to the program. No entry fee and the program is free. www.vohlafayette.org
v Kokomo---Nesting Doves---765-456-1765 (may stay up to 6 months after delivery)
Louisiana/Tennessee:
v Mercy Ministries---615-831-6987---Christian 6 month program for girs ages 13 – 28. Treat eating disorders, chemical addictions, pregnancy, self harm, depression and abuse. No fee. Individual professional counseling one on one. RN medical direction / medication allowed. Life training skills. www.mercyministries.com
Main office – PO Box 111060, Nashville, TN 37222
Massachusetts:
v North Chelmsford---My Father’s House---978-251-8191 (may stay after delivery)
v Shreveport---Healing Hearts---225-751-4325 (age 17 – 23; may ente while pregnant and stay up to 2 years after delivery or enter after delivery and stay with child for up to 2 years)
Michigan:
v Teen Challenge----231-798-2702---12-13 month program for women 18 and older—Drug/Alcohol—individual fee assessment. $850 induction fee---can be waived.
Couples—generally one person of the couple goes to 4 month induction in Philadelphia then he/she is moved to Michigan for the next phase of approximately 12-13 months with possible “couple counseling” available.
New York:
v Bronx---New Life for girls---718-731-2752---PO Box 523031, Bronx, NY---1743 Grand Ave., Bronx, NY. Christian Biblical Discipleship Training program – 3 months in Bronx, 9-12 months in Dover, PA (up to 80 students). (Occasional exceptions for girls 16). $150.00 entrance fee---Facility in Glen Rock, PA, provides for women and children. www.newlifeforgirls.org
Ohio:
v Mansfield---Foundations for Living---419-589-5511 www.foundationsforliving.net
Norwalk---Harbor House/Elizabeth Services---419-586-9029 (up to age 19)
v Celina---Harbor House/Elizabeth Services---419-586-9029 (up to age 19)
Pennsylvania:
v Dover---New Life for girls----717-266-5614---Main Center. See Bronx NY for details. PO Box 170, Dover, PA 17315. www.newlifeforgirls.org
v Lancaster---New Life for girls---717-235-7785---See Bronx, NY for
details. PO Box 10504, Lancaster, PA
v Pennsburg---Shepherd’s Call Recovery Ministry---215-541-4888--- the women’s house can currently hold 6-7 women.
Fee per week: $75(share room) or $100 for private room. www.shepherds-call.org
Tennessee:
v Hixon---Bethel Bible Village---423-842-5757---888-228-9499 www.bethelbiblevillage.org (for teen moms with infants/toddlers)
v Various TN locations and resources---Bethany Christian Services---615-242-0909--- www.bethany.org
Texas:
v Waxahachie---Texas Baptist Home---972-937-1321 www.tbhc.org
v Abilene---Christian Homes---325-677-2205---(focus on adoption) www.christianhomes.com
Virginia:
v Lynchburg---Liberty Foundation---434-845-3466 www.godparent.org
PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE:
v Lighthouse Network – 877-562-2565 www.lighthousenetwork.org
Sexual Issues / Sexual Identity :
Florida:
v Orlando---Exodus International---407-599-6872 / 888-264-0877
Kansas:
v Wichita---Freedom at Last---316-263-2350 www.freedomatlast.org
Kentucky
v Dry Ridge---Pure Life Ministries---859-824-4444 www.purelifeministries.org
Texas:
v Dallas---New Friends New Life---214-965-9666 (women leaving sexually oriented businesses) www.newfriendsnewlife.org
Domestic Violence
Indiana:
v Anderson---Dove Harbor---765-642-1853 www.doveharbor.org
South Carolina:
v Greensville---Miracle Hill/shepherd’s Gate---864-268-4357 (also have an addictions program) www.miraclehill.org
Tennessee:
v Memphis---Moriah House---901-522-8819---Ask for the Moriah House. Addiction Recovery, Crisis Pregnancy, Domestic Violence, Depression. For women with children and for singles.
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Referral List (Men or Co-ed)
Alabama
v Tuscumbia--Restoration Ranch (co-ed)---256-381-0930
Log cabin dorms separating the men from women
No entry fee. See Mission Teens---Norma, NJ
Conneticut
v Norwalk---Pivot Ministries (men only)---203- 336-9263
17 Quintard Ave. Norwalk. Ct. 06854
16 month bible-based drug and alcohol rehab for men only 18 and older Fee $400.00 www.firstcongregational.com
Delaware
v Wilmington: Salvation Army (co-ed) --302-654-8808
107 South Market St. Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
Adult Christian Rehab; (coed); 5-phase; 6-12 months.
No fee for those w/o income; $100 per/week for those w/income
v Sunday Breakfast Mission Inc. (men only)---302-652-8314
110 N Poplar Street, Wilmington, Del.
Age 18-60; Men’s homeless shelter 24 hours from 7am, bed 9 pm;
Computer training. 1 year residential program: No fee
v Building facility for women & children – Hope to open Sept 2010
www.sundaybreakfastmission.org
1350 R Street, NW Washington DC 20009
Spiritual Transformation program 12 to 36 months for men only age 18 and over. No fee. www.missiondc.org
v Gospel Rescue Mission (men only)---202-842-1731---810 Fifth St. NW Wash. DC.
12 month rehab program for men age 18 and over. No fee. www.grm.org
v Ft. Lauderdale---Sonrise Mission Bible Training Center (co-ed)--954-485-0951 - See Mission Teens---Norma, NJ
3342 SW Hosannah Lane, Okeechobee, Fl. 34974
v Pompano Beach---Calvary Chapel---954-943-8328--- 13-15 month discipleship program. Donation fee $250. There is a 40 hour work week.
v Riviera---Jay Ministries---561-842-4276---2831 Avenue South---This is a 2-phase program (recovery, re-entry)
6-12 month rehab for men18 and older www.atlantaunionmission.org
v The Carpenter’s House (men only)---404-350-1300
Residential recovery program for men with substance abuse:
4-5 months long after 4-6 weeks at Shepherd’s Inn-588-4005 www.atlantaunionmission.org
v The Potter’s House (men only)---706-543-8338
Residential recovery program for men with minimum 7 months followed by 5 months aftercare four phases. Sliding scale . No fee if unable to pay www.atlantaunionmission.org
v The Shepherd’s Inn (co-ed)---404-588-4005
Crisis shelter Atlanta & Point of entry to recovery program. www.atlantaunionmission.org
v Fugua Hall (co-ed)---404-588-4026
Transitional program---18 months—must have successfully completed minimum 30 days recovery without relapse, current job---initial fee $224.00 if paid weekly or $336.00 if paid bi-weekly---fee is $112.00 week. www.atlantaunionmission.org
v Savannah Mission Bible Training Center (co-ed) ---912-234-7000---8-10 month program. No fee. See Mission Teens Norma NJ
Indiana
v Southwest---House of Hope (co-ed) ---812-446-1717. See Mission Teens--Norma, NJ
Illinois
v Jerseyville----First Fruits---618-498-3560---8-10 month program. No fee. Men and Women same facility
Iowa
v Northern---Midwest Mission Bible Training Center (co-ed)
563-547-3286---8-10 month program. No fee. See Mission Teens---Norma, NJ
Kentucky
v Crittendon---Pure Life Ministries (sexual sin)--- 606-428-2255 or 800-635-1866
3 months or 6 – 12 months. Live in fee $3,000 induction and off-site fee $1,000 fee plus $175 Rent per week.
Maryland
v Baltimore --- Helping Up Mission, Inc. (men only) --- 410-675-7500
1029 E Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
12 month Christian rehab for men age 21 and older; no fee
Emergency overnight shelter. www.helpingupmission.org
v Westminster ---Westminster Rescue Mission (co-ed) --- 410-848-2222
658 Lucabaugh Mill Rd, Westminster, MD 21157
6 -12 month in house faith based program. $300 entry fee. Fee can be waived.
v Springfield --- Springfield Rescue Mission (men only) --- 413-732-0808
19 Bliss St. Springfield Massachusetts 01115
12 month Christian rehab for men age 18 and older; must be drug and alcohol free; smoke free facility; no fee . www.spfldrescuemission.org
Michigan
v Upper Peninsula---Mission Bible Training Center (co-ed) --- 906-265-6247
121 Groulx Lane, Gaastra, MI 49927 Christian co-ed work projects/discipleship residential program. Minimum 8-10 month commitment may transition into staff training/assistant one year program. May start while on medications with a medically supervised weaning plan. Blood work and return bus ticket money required. See Mission Teens---Norma, NJ
v Muskegon--- TEEN CHALLENGE (co-ed) --- 231-798-7927
440 East Pontaluna Rd., Muskegon, Mich. 49444
12-13 months program for men/women age18 and older no cut off age Drug/Alcohol Christian growth and development program with one month transition program. $850.00 month. Voluntary sponsorship Couple’s program available. Fee can be reduced or waived. www.teenchallenge.com
Minnesota
v Minneapolis---New Hope Center (men only) --- 612-721-9415
2739 Cedar Ave South 55407
Four phases; Men only age 18 and older. Insurance is available or no fee. Aftercare program.. www.metrohope.org
v Healing House for Women & Children---612-721-9415 www.metrohope.org
Mississippi
v Flora---Friends of Alcoholics (men only) --- 601-362-4275
P.O. Box 217 Flora, MS. 39071
Christian 8 week program men only/two terms recommended.
Age 17 and older; no fee; up to 38 beds; Meds OK; Treatment for alcohol and drugs; Halfway house 12-18 months; live there while working @ $50 week/includes all for a two man room. 8 months extended program @ the Roman House.
v Hillsboro --- His Mansion (co-ed) ---603-464-5555
P.O. Box 40 Hillsboro, NH 03244
Age18-35 yrs - co-ed 12 month Christ based program. Request sponsor to provide $50.00 month/2 month advance with medical and travel deposit included. Fees are flexible.
v Atlantic City--Atlantic City Rescue Mission (men & women)
609-345-5517 – Single and married women with children. No fee. www.acrescuemission.org
v Morristown --- 9 Market Street Mission, Inc. (men only) --- 973-538-0431
v Newark---Goodwill Rescue Missions (men only)--- 973-621-9560
79 University Ave. Newark, NJ 07102
9 month Christian rehab for men age 18 and older. No fee.
v Norma ----Mission Teens (co-ed)---856-691-9855
P.O. Box 52 Norma, N.J. 08347
Christian co-ed program 8-12 months Age 17and older no cut off age. No fee required. Blood work and return bus fare fee---Personal interview.21 residents - 13 centers in USA – www.missionteens.com
v Paterson --- Salvation Army (men only)---973-742-1126
31 Van Houten St., Paterson, NJ 07509
9-12 month Christian work therapy rehab for men age 18 and older. No fee.
v Trenton---Salvation Army (men only)---609-599-9803
Adult rehab center – 8-12 month rehab for men age 22 and older- No fee.
436 Mulberry St. Trenton, NJ 08638
v Whiting --- Colony of Mercy (men only)--732-350-1187
America’s Keswick, 601 Route 530, Whiting NJ 08759
Men age 18 and up. Christian based 4 month program for addictions with 8 month follow-up non-residential transition program---$240.00 non-refundable application fee. Also includes a Biblically-based supportive program for spouse. www.americaskeswick.org
New York
v Albany--Capital City Rescue Mission (co-ed)--- 518-462-0459
v Buffalo --- City Mission Society, Inc.(co-ed) --- 716-854-8181
v Lakemont -Freedom Village. U.S.A. (co-ed) – 800-VICTORY or 607-243-8126 . Separate Housing.
Faith based home for troubled teens age 14-21. One year program for treatment of alcohol; drug; rebellion; prostitution; suicide etc.
$500 sponsorship fee/sliding scale. www.freedomvillageusa.com
v Freedom Ranch (men only) Separate one year program for men 21 and over High school and Bible classes /job/career training offered
v Manhattan ---Salvation Army (co-ed) --- 212-757-7745
v Schenectady --- City Mission of Schenectady (co-ed) --- 518-346-2275
v Syracuse -- Rescue Mission Alliance of Syracuse (men only) - 315-472-6251
v Westpark---Transformation Life Center---845-384-6511 –Faith based $1,000 min fee per month. (Men only) 6 – 18 month program.
North Carolina
v Boone --- Hebron Colony Ministry, Inc. (men only) ---828-963-4842
356 Old Turnpike, Boone, NC 28607 Christian recovery program for men only age 20 years and up. Must be drug free or sober at least 72 hours before coming. $300.00 Medical deposit/refundable. www.hebroncolony.org
v Charlotte --- Charlotte Rescue Mission (men only)--- 704-334-4635
90+ day program – www.charlotterescuemission.org
v Charlotte---Dove Nest (women only) --- 704-332-3999--- Recovery program.
v Durham --- Durham Rescue Mission (co-ed) --- 919-688-9641
v Lenore---Bethel Colony of Mercy (men residential) – 828-754-3781
1675 Bethel Colony Rd. Lenoir, NC 28645 - $200 entry fee.
v Raleigh---Raleigh Rescue Mission, Inc. ---919-828-9014
Christian based 6-8 month - 18 and up No fee. www.raleigh-rescue.org
v Winston-Salem --- Salem Rescue Mission, Inc. (co-ed) --- 336-723-1848
Oregon
v Portland---Northwest Mission Bible Training Center (co-ed)
503-280-7758 or 503-289-3271 – ages 17 and up. Separate facility for men and women. See Mission Teens---Norma, NJ www.missionteens.com
Pennsylvania
v Erie --- City Mission New Life Center- (men only) -814-452-4421
Website: www.eriecitymission.org
v Harrisburg --- Bethesda Missions- (co-ed) -717-232-0525 6th & Raleigh Street
v Lebanon --- Lebanon Rescue Mission – (men only) - 717-273-2301
v Lancaster --- Water Street Rescue Mission – (co-ed) - 717-393-7709
v New Castle -- City Rescue Mission – (co-ed) - 724-652-4321
The Covenant House--724-652-4349 1018 Rebecca Street Married couples w/children & women w/children. No fee.
v Newtown
A LIGHTHOUSE with Healthcare Solutions – 866-890-2273 (care) Fax 215-659-9026
v Philadelphia
Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission – (co-ed)--- 215-922-6400
v Teen Challenge--- (Men only) -215-849-2054
156 W. Schoolhouse Lane Phil. Pa. 19144, Rhersburg, Pa 19550
Men only 18 and up no cut off age Biblically based program drug/alcohol 4-6 month induction phase then an 8-10 month phase $750.00 intake fee plus return bus fare fee Voluntary sponsorship $310.00 housing fee if have ongoing monthly income ie: SSI
v Soldier of the Lord--- (men only)---215-423-8660
v Whosoever Gospel Mission--- (men only)---215-438-3094
v Pittsburgh ---Light of Life Ministries (men only) --- 412-258-6100
Light of Life Ministries (women only)—412-259-6100
v Pennsburg---215-541-4888---The men’s house currently can hold 8-10 men and the women’s house can currently hold 6-7 women.
Fee per week: $75(share room) or $100 for private room. www.shepherds-call.org
v Washington -- Washington City Mission, Inc. (men only) --- 724-222-8530
v York --- York Union Rescue Mission, Inc. (men only) --- 717-845-7662
Separate facility for women & children.
v Columbia --- Oliver Gospel Mission (co-ed) -- 803-254-6470
v Myrtle Beach --- Coastal Rescue Mission, Inc. (men only) --843-448-1352
Separate facility for women --- www.coastalrescuemission.org
v Grace House --- Hebron Colony Ministry, Inc. (women only) 803-854-9809 10 week alcohol/drug. Require $300 medical deposit only.
Vermont
v Lyndonville---The Fold (co-ed) --- 802-626-5620 5151
P.O Box 1188, Lyndonville, Vermont 05851
Faith based residential 12-15 month program with max.18 months for emotionally disturbed teens boy/girls age 13-17 who are not pregnant or chemically dependant to drugs or alcohol. Fee---individual needs-based sliding scale. Separate facility on separate site. www.thefoldinc.org
Virginia
v Madison Heights---Elim Home (faith based)---434-846-1422 PO Box 69 Since 1959, established by Jerry Falwell. Ministry of Thomas Road Baptist Church. No fee – 8 week program.
v Norfolk --- Union Mission Gospel Ministry (men only) – 757-627-8686
Christian based 6 month program men 18+ No fee
Separate facility for women/children/seniors - No fee.
Facility for troubled families – No fee
v Richmond
New Life for Youth (The Mercy House) (women only) ---804-230-4485
12-18 month 4-5 phase Christian rehab program GED/vocational training program; $500.00 entrance fee/return trip transportation money. Medical exam required. Entrance fee possibly can be waived.
New Life requests monthly financial sponsorship towards program costs.
New Life for Men (Ranch) (men only)---804-448-2750
Men addictions 18+ 12 month Christian program $500 entrance fee. No medications. Vocational training, computer/life skills
ON-Line check out www.IUGM.org for additional rescue missions and programs.
FACILITY FOR TEEN BOYS AND GIRLS
New Jersey
Alloway---Ranch Hope (boys & girls)---856-935-1555
Counseling Services
Lighthouse Network – Free Christian Addictions and Counseling
Treatment Helpline: 1-877-562-2565
If you or someone close to you is struggling with an addiction or mental health issue, Lighthouse Network will help find the best treatment options for you. Don’t face it alone; help is only a phone call away. Others may have told you that no insurance means no treatment! Lighthouse Network, a Christian nonprofit organization will help you find treatment, so you can Navigate Life successfully, no matter the situation. The Lighthouse Network Care Guides, led by Christian Psychiatrist Karl Benzio, will listen to your story, encourage and pray with you, and help you find your best treatment options from our nationwide database of treatment services.
Lighthouse Network will help! 1-877-562-2565 or www.LighthouseNetwork.org
ADDICTION RESOURCE LIST
Women Helping Women Elyse Fitzpatrick & Carol Cornish
Harvest Home Publishers, 1997 ISBN 1-56507-617-6
A solid Biblical resource for anyone who cares about and interacts with hurting women. Some topics covered include: difficult marriages, addictions, single parenting, abuse, and parenting rebellious teens.
Knowing God J. I. Packer
InterVarsity Press, 1973 ISBN 0-8308-1650-X
A wonderful resource that encourages an accurate view of God, His attributes and His character
Classic Christianity Bob George
Harvest House Publishers, 1989 ISBN 0-89081-660-3
A life-transforming book. George clearly describes the bondage of error and the law and the freedom of grace and truth. As we grow in our foundational understanding of grace and truth, we experience the reality of the abundant, victorious life. This book is a great tool to help us get there.
The Complete Green Letters Miles J. Stanford
Zondervan ISBN 031-033-0513
An extensive treatment of the concept of “Not I, but Christ.” Excellent, thought-provoking reading. A five-part series under one cover. Part one is titled “Principles of Spiritual Growth.”
Principles of Spiritual Growth Miles J. Stanford
Back to the Bible, 1997 ISBN 0-8474-0739-X
This book is a rich treatment of the basics of the Christian life - the cross of Christ, faith, purpose, being complete in Christ, and more. It will help you build your life on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ. Truly based on the meat of the Word.
The Power of the Praying Wife Stormie Omartian
Harvest House Publishers ISBN 156-507-5722
One of the best books on prayer and having a God-ward focus as it relates to marriage and relationships. The premise of the book is essentially to stop talking, telling and correcting, and pray. Many examples are given of the power of God working through prayer to make “impossible” changes. A very powerful and encouraging book.
The Biblical View of Self-Esteem, Self-Love, Self-Image Jay E.
Harvest House Publishers ISBN 0-89081-553-4
Well-known biblical counselor and noted author Jay Adams brings much- needed clarification to the area of self-esteem and offers the church and every believer a truly biblical view of self-esteem.
Overcomers Recovery Handbook Bill & Mary Fear
Competent to Counsel Jay E. Adams
Baker Book House ISBN 0-8010-0047-5
A book written for pastors, Christian workers and laypersons; a classic in the field of Christian counseling.
Running in Circles Gary Steven Shogren, Edward T. Welch
Baker Book House ISBN – 0-8010-8387-7
More than a self-help strategy for beating addiction. The authors show that spiritual and relational dynamics involving idolatry and estrangement from God’s kingdom underlie all addictions
Victory Over Darkness Neil T. Anderson
Regal Books Publishing ISBN 0-8307-1375-1
A comprehensive writing and understanding of who we are in Christ. To count ourselves dead to self and live to Christ. An in-depth look at the battle that wages in our minds for the control of our bodies. In addition, an understanding of how to grow in light of the spiritual battle that wages in us.
The Bondage Breaker Neil T. Anderson
Harvest House Publishers ISBN 0-89081-787-1
This book reveals the whys and hows of spiritual warfare and exposes Satan’s battle for your mind. It shares the powerful truth that will break even the most stubborn habits or private sins. A calm, practical, workable plan from Scripture that results in freedom and victory.
How Can I Change Robin Boisvert & C. J. Mahaney
PDI ISBN 1-881039-03-X
This book is based on the remarkable promise: there is no sinful action or attitude we cannot overcome. Through an accurate knowledge of the Bible’s teaching on sanctification, each of us can live in the liberty God offers to all who believe.
Help from Above Carl Resener
Resener insists that the Bible is ultimately the primary resource in dealing with any drug addiction, including alcohol.
Pursuit of Holiness Jerry Bridges
NavPress 0-89109-940-9
This book will help you understand: 1) how God has equipped us to lead holy lives; 2) guidelines for determining right from wrong; 3) how reason and emotions influence our wills; and 4) how habits and personal discipline play a part in holy living.
Practice of Godliness Jerry Bridges
NavPress
Transforming Grace Jerry Bridges
NavPress ISBN 0-89109-656-6
“This is an honest, gentle, searching book on a great theme, by a wise teacher who knows what he is talking about. I highly recommend it.” J. I. Packer
God is for the Alcoholic Jerry Dunn
This book has a real handle on helping the alcoholic and his family and/or loved ones through the renewal process.
The Discipline of Grace Jerry Bridges
NavPress ISBN 0-89109-883-6
“If you are looking for help for your spiritual pilgrimage, you need to look no further. Here is a carefully researched, thoughtfully written, and practical guide on spiritual growth.” Luder Whitlock
Why Christians Can’t Trust Psychology Ed Buckley, Ph.D.
Harvest House Publishers, 1993 ISBN 1-56507-026-7
“I dedicate this book to the local Biblical churches and thousands of pastors who faithfully minister the Word of God publicly and privately from their pulpits and counseling offices. May this book reinforce their confidence in God’s Word and the power of the Holy Spirit to change lives. I pray that their churches will reclaim the spiritual authority to administer healing to the damages souls of suffering people.”
Idols of the Heart: Learning to Long for God Alone Elyse Fitzpatrick
P & R Publishing ISBN 0-87552-198-3
“Demonstrates how ‘false gods’ generate the garden-variety sins of irritability, self-pity, escapism, and anxiety, as well as anger, despair, addictions, and panic. Fitzpatrick shows how Jesus Christ retakes our lives from these idols, setting up his reign over our attention, loyalty, and affections.” -- David Powlison, CCEF
Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave Ed Welch
P & R Publishing ISBN 0-87552-603-3
“Biblically sound, practical, filled with Christ-like compassion... This much needed book offers real hope and the promise of victory in Jesus to those struggling with addiction.” -- Robert Emberger, Whosoever Gospel
Changing Hearts, Changing Lives Paul David Tripp & David Powlison
Audio Cassette Series & Notes
“An excellent resource for getting to the root of the problem, whatever it happens to be.”
Resources for Changing Lives 1-800-318-2186
How to Overcome Evil Jay E. Adams
Presbyterian & Reformed Publishing ISBN 0-87552-022-7
Disciplines of a Godly Man R. Kent Hughs
Crossway Books ISBN 0-89107-818-5
Power of the Cross Tim LaHaye
Multnomah Books ISBN 1-57673-212-6
Addictive Behavior Gary Steven Shogren, Edward T. Welch
At its root, the problem of addiction is one of worship. We worship our desires over God. The best treatment is the knowledge of God.
An in-depth treatment of freedom in Christ and living in liberty from the heart of the author and Scripture. Excellent resource for anyone in any kind of bondage or stronghold.
Praying God’s Word Beth Moore
Broadman & Holman Publishers, 2000 ISBN 0-8054-2351-6
Scripture framed in prayers, dealing with various areas of bondage and strongholds