First Step Recovery Homes, Inc. offers a Transitional Housing Program, federally funded through Housing and Urban Development. It has garnered multiple awards from private foundations, such as the Scaife Foundation and PNC Foundation, and county government support to meet federal grant matching requirements. The program caters to homeless adult men battling chronic substance abuse and/or dual diagnosis, providing a structured, supervised, and supportive living environment. Participants benefit from subsidized food and lodging, tailored case management, personalized service plans, mental health support and treatment, relapse prevention counseling, twelve-step fellowship meetings, recovery study groups, dietary and health advice, comprehensive life skills training, anger management sessions, financial planning and money management skills, along with career and educational guidance. The maximum duration of the program is 18 months.
First Step Recovery Homes, Inc. offers a Bridge Housing Program in partnership with the county government, providing homeless adult men with housing, counseling, and referral services. This program targets men in recovery who have been chemically free for at least six months and have shown consistent goal setting and achievement, money management, and the ability to operate independently. The program's main goals are to enhance life skills, particularly in budgeting, communication, and conflict resolution, and to help clients tap into community resources. Once a client is deemed ready for independent living, the program aids in finding permanent housing and continues to monitor the client's progress for one year after discharge.
The Social Entrepreneur Program is a relatively new addition to First Step Recovery Homes, Inc. Despite its novelty, the organization has consistently been responsive to community needs, educating clients on the significance of maintaining sobriety. This not only improves their quality of life but also equips them with the knowledge necessary for self-care. This approach helps prevent unsuccessful attempts at securing affordable housing and achieving financial stability, self-reliance in recovery, health maintenance, and reconnection with family and friends. The goal is to broaden the Social Entrepreneur Program and other fatherhood initiatives to spur economic development and strengthen family dynamics. The program offers on-the-job training in various fields, including lawn care, landscaping, moving and transport, construction, electrical apprenticeship, and car detailing.
The Family Support & Reunification Program at First Step Recovery Homes, Inc. aims to stabilize family units by fostering healthy interactions and providing educational resources. Utilizing a family assessment tool, the program identifies and intervenes in issues affecting children and youth. Through education, tailored referrals, and goal-setting, the program supports children and assists parents in breaking harmful family cycles. This includes focusing on the male family figure who, due to substance addictions, has lost touch with his family, faced homelessness, possible repeated incarcerations, and is currently engaged in one of First Step Recovery Homes, Inc.'s housing programs.
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