St. Christopher’s provides Recovery Home programs for clients, ages 17 and older, who need continuing structure and support following completion of primary treatment. St. Christopher's Recovery Homes provides the structure necessary for the client to further strengthen his sobriety. The program stresses self-responsibility for maintaining personal recovery. We assists the client in learning the necessary living skills which will enable him to become increasingly independent; the objective being to aid the client's return to society, functioning as a responsible-sober member of his community.

Therapeutic Approaches:

St. Christopher’s utilizes a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, medical doctors, nurses, clinical social workers, and licensed addiction professionals to help each client we serve achieve a life of recovery. Our treatment is based in the principles of 12-step recovery, cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral change, spiritual growth, peer support, dual diagnosis treatment, gestalt-therapies, reality therapy, motivational interviewing, emotive therapies, and utilizing our staff and alumni as role models for recovery. 

Program Structure:

The Program is structured in three phases: Developing a commitment to Recovery, Introduction of Recovery Skills, and Integration of Recovery Skills, each with its specific focus and goals. All treatment programming at St. Christopher’s is individualized to meet the client’s specific needs. As such, program structure maybe modified by the treatment team.

Phase I: Developing a Commitment to the Program

• Acclamation to the structure and schedule of St. Christopher's
• Psychosocial Assessment (Including chemical dependency, psychiatric, and family history)
• History & Physical and Nursing Assessment (if not completed in the 30 day period prior to admission)
• Recovery & 12-Step Knowledge/Application Assessment
• Spirituality Assessment
• Recreation and Physical Fitness Assessment
• Nutritional Assessment
• Personal Hygiene and Self Care Assessment
• Living Skills Assessment
• Employment/Education Assessment

Phase II:  Introduction of Recovery Skills

• Development of Sober Living Skills
• Completion of Steps 1 through 7
• Development of Personal Spirituality
• Finding and using an AA/NA Sponsor
• Joining and being active in an AA/NA home group
• Continuing to address core issues
• Continuation of Family Work or Therapy
• Employment Skills Training
• Entry/Re-entry into School and/or Employment
• Financial Recovery Assessment and Financial planning
• Recreation and Physical Fitness Participation
• Integration of Personal Hygiene and Self Care skills
• Meal planning
• Learning How to have fun without the use of alcohol and drugs.
• 6 Group and 2 Individual Counseling Sessions per week.

Phase III: Integration of Recovery Skills

• Integration of sober-living skills
• Balanced integration of Personal Spirituality
• Application of 12-step principles to daily living
• Resolution of Core Issues
• Maintaining Employment/Education Programming
• Continued participation in Sponsorship
• Completion of Steps 8 through 12
• Balanced immersion of Physical Fitness and Nutrition
• Continued Personal Hygiene and Self Care Skills
• Balanced integration of Sober Fun
• Integration of Financial Independence
• Self responsibility and accountability
• Mentoring to Phase I and Orientation clients
• 2 Groups per week and Individual sessions as needed
• Preparation for ongoing recovery post-treatment

Educational and Employment Programs:

Continuing the pursuit of a high school diploma or college degree is an integral part of the continuum of treatment at St. Christopher's. As we develop treatment plans with our residents, assisting the individual with completing their educational plans and goals as they relate to recovery is an important focus of treatment.

We believe the educational component of recovery is so important that we have a certified teacher on our staff. Success in education assists the individual toward success in life and we know that happy successful people have an easier time remaining sober than unhappy, unsuccessful people.

The treatment plan for all residents who do not have a high school diploma will include obtaining a diploma as a part of the criteria to graduate from St. Christopher's.

Residents who have obtained a High School Diploma and/or College Degree are required to maintain full-time employment in the community. Interview Coaching and basic employment skills are provided in the program. Residents who are attending school part-time may have the opportunity, with staff approval, to obtain part-time employment.

Clients who have completed other recognized and credentialed residential treatment programs are welcome to join us for Recovery Home treatment.

What to Bring

1. Your personal toiletries (A shaving kit is recommended).
2. Towels, wash clothes, bath accessories, robe, shower shoes.
3. Gym clothes, casual clothes (no frayed or tattered pants or shorts), a set of dress clothes for special occasions, clothes hangers, clothes basket.
4. Your Big Book and/or any 12 Step self-help books you have.
5. Stamps, stationary, alarm clock, phone card (if long distance)
6. Spending money for incidentals which will be locked up in the business office.
7. The following items are not permitted: cologne, mouth wash, aerosol hair spay, aerosol deodorant, credit cards, cell phones, pagers, food, candy

For more information on St. Christopher’s Recovery Home, please call our admissions office at (877) 782-4747.

Confidentiality Statement - As per Federal Confidentiality Regulations: all records, information and communications shall remain strictly confidential, except under the following circumstances: 1.) To authorized medical personnel, if a medical emergency exists, 2.) If the individual is a danger to themselves or others, 3.) Suspected instances of child abuse or neglect may exists, 4.) The individual or responsible party signs a release of information. Any violation of Federal Confidentiality Law and Regulations may be reported to the United States Attorney for the Judicial District in which the violation occurs.