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In-House Outline

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Our In-House general outline is planned with the success of our residents in mind.  This plan is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but rather a comprehensive plan, how we can help our residents, what some of their responsibilities include, the programs we will use and a general idea of the potential savings to the taxpayers.  If you would like to partner with us please write us at  WWRH ~ P.O. Box 116 ~ LaPorte, IN 46352  or  E-mail:   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

 

WORTHY RECOVERY INC. dba WORTHY WOMEN RECOVERY HOME 

OUR PRODUCT - Women who are or have been recently incarcerated or have recurring arrests because of substance abuse addictions.

Every resident will have a Christian Mentor to help them adjust to "Their Home".  They will work, pay rent weekly and take care of their home.  For the severely indigent, a minimum commitment to community services is a must.  We build relationships with local businesses to provide assistance when needed.   Giving the ladies a chance to get acclimated is vital to their recovery. 

All residents will be required to participate in and adhere to all programs, rules and policies.  Each one is required to provide a positive attitude in keeping their home sanitary, safe, and secure. We will work with Judges, Probation Officers, the Work Release Center and Community Transitional Programs (CTP’s):      

  • To have non-violent female offenders sentenced to us as part of their  sentencing structure
  • To have first-time offenders court-ordered  to us as an alternative sentence
  • To be a resource for the LaPorte County Jail and Indiana Department of Corrections (IDOC)  upon the release of female inmates  

 

OFFENDER SPECIFIC PROGRAMS - Moral Reconation Therapy® www.ccimrt.com

MRT®is designed and developed to target issues specific to offender population.  MRT® is shown to reduce recidivism rates of offenders from 30%-50% after 10 years of release.           *On SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices

  • Staying Quit – Substance abuse relapse prevention
  • Coping with Anger – Anger management program
  • Parenting and Family Values – Assessing parenting values and goals
  • Job Readiness – Preparing yourself for workplace success
  • Driving the Right Way – Specifically for DUI offenders

SUPPORT SERVICES - Individualized Programs And Activities Within Our Home

  1. Mentoring/Counseling
  2. Bible Studies/Daily Devotionals
  3. Children/Family Involvement
  4. Participating in Community Volunteer Projects
  5. Employment/Social Services Assistance
  6. Transportation/Bus Routes
  7. AA & NA Support and Mentoring Groups
  8. Exercise/Healthcare/Nutrition

OBJECTIVES - Creating Positive Change In Our Community

  1. Raise participants levels of moral decision making skills
  2. Decrease their criminal activity 
  3. Decrease local taxpayers burdens
  4. Increase community awareness and involvement
  5. Improve the quality of life for their children
  6. Reduce recidivism(re-arrest) rates in La Porte County

OUR GOALS - Long Term and Short Term Goals

  1. To remodel our home to International building codes
  2. To have our home operational for up to 14 Ladies at a time
  3. To increase sustainability and growth
  4. To provide Semi-Housing units by 2017
  5. To provide a Children’s Educational Center by 2017

WORTHY WOMEN RECOVERY HOME - We are Unique because:

Currently (November 2012) there are no recovery homes available in LaPorte County which are specific to formerly incarcerated females with substance abuse addiction issues.

  1. We will provide a Christian family environment exemplifying higher moral reasoning
  2. We will hire educated, well-equipped staff
  3. We will use evidence and research–based programs
  4. We will be a long term facility with structure and a continuum of care
  5. We will grow relationships with community/sister programs
  6. We will teach our ladies the importance of volunteering without expecting in return 

Substance Abuse Recovery Homes in surrounding Counties:

  1. Alice’s House in Valparaiso, IN
  2. Graceful Living in Goshen, IN
  3. YWCA in South Bend, IN

INCARCERATION COST COMPARISONS - http://www.in.gov/idoc/2377.htm

  1. Indiana Women’s Prison (IWP) = $73.00
  2. Indiana State Juvenile Facilities = $114 - $160 approximate
  3. Work Release Programs = $35 per day 1stmonth, then $15 per day
  4. Worthy Women Recovery Home $18 per day approximate

               

 

Mission Statement

Our mission is to be a Christian home that provides recently incarcerated women with re-entry programs and the tools necessary to reduce recidivism rates, substance abuse and addictions, and to empower them to live as positive role models for their children and in their community

Vision

Our vision is to assist former female inmates in becoming constructive citizens, reintegrating them as positive and productive members of our community