How does the program work?
Seasons of Hope Center operates on a four (4) phase Christian based program. Persons considering the program must be willing to commit themselves to approximately twelve (12) months. We feel the four-phase program and the appropriate twelve months will be the most effective in meeting each participant's needs.
Phase I - New Residents are admitted. During this initial period, evaluation and assessment are completed. Treatment needs and goals are identified and established This phase provides screening and testing, counseling (individual and group), Bible studies, chapel services, facility work therapy, and equine counseling.
Phase 2 - Christian Growth- this phase provides a structured atmosphere where in house counseling and the understanding of the individuals problems are combined with firm discipline. Each individual is assisted in job placement. Outside facilities providing G.E.D. studies, program studies, and peer groups to start achieving goals established in Phase I.
Phase 3 - The purpose of this phase is to establish the person back into society by learning to cope successfully with everyday stress and problems. Learning to budget money, establishing personal goals, paying room and board, establishing church fellowship and new relationships.
Phase 4 - During this phase each resident should be meeting the criteria for independent living, strengthening his support system and making preparations for discharge into the community.
Criteria for Placement
Prospective student must have a “life controlling” issue:
DRUG HABIT-consistent use and abuse over a long period of time (at least one or two years) more than just experimenting.
ALCOHOL HABIT-Consistent use and abuse over a long period of time (at least one or two years) more than just experimenting.
EMOTIONAL PROBLEMS- ones that stem from drug/alcohol use and abuse. Others will be considered on an individual basis, however no one will be accepted that is on mind/mood altering medications. SOHC is not licensed to accommodate these serves.
BEHAVORAL PROBLEMS- problems due to lack of taking responsibility, lack of self-discipline, lack of motivation, lack of self-esteem. We suggest that the prospective participant should have tried support groups, counseling, drug and alcohol clinics, before considering committing themselves to a one year long program at Seasons of Hope Center. Prospective participant needs a structured, Christ-centered program to achieve a victorious lifestyle.