FEATURE ARTICLE:
This spring we are celebrating the completion of the first year of our drug relapse program, Breakout, with the graduation of three hard working, dedicated students.
This is no ordinary graduation. Homelessness can create significant barriers to accessing treatment for substance use disorders. Lack of stable housing, limited financial resources, and social stigma may prevent folks from seeking or accessing care. They can also face numerous stressors and triggers that can increase their vulnerability to relapse. Providing specialized support through a drug relapse program can help identify and manage these triggers more effectively.
The drug relapse program at PCM provides support, education, and most importantly, a spiritual foundation to help participants achieve sobriety and gain the ability to live independently. They attend ten classes a week – spiritual care, AA, life skills, wellness, and living in recovery. Unlike any other program in the region, they also are provided with housing and employment at PCM through a work program.
Participants are also connected with educational programs to sharpen skills to gain a career and a livable wage. Monthly, weekly and for some daily follow up after completion of the program helps graduates remain on track. Each of our three graduates are now employed in jobs they enjoy and that will more than sustain them financially.
This first anniversary is a significant achievement for the students and the program itself. “I’m very proud of the Breakout program and the accomplishments we’ve achieved with our first graduates,” said Earl Richardson, Breakout director. “It’s still in its infancy, so we’re steadily growing and still learning. I’m encouraged for the future.”
Today there are ten more participants going through the program, with two more graduating this month. We are so proud of them, and the many others who are fighting for their sobriety. Would you consider being a part of this amazing journey they are on? A gift of any amount will help sustain this program for these men and women as they take control of their lives and work towards greater self-sufficiency and stability. We so appreciate your generosity!
God’s rich blessings to you,
Pastor Tom
HELP FOR ADDICTION
Do you or someone you know need help breaking free from addiction to substances? There are many resources right here in Lincoln.
One that we work closely with is The Bridge Behavioral Health. They provide medically-monitored withdrawal, substance use and mental health respite, residential treatment, and outpatient services. Many of our Breakout participants have been referred to us from The Bridge to continue on in their freedom journey.
We are thankful for our partnership with them and encourage you or your loved ones to contact them for immediate substance addiction help.
Read MoreNEWS ARCHIVE:
A homeless dad making sacrifices to support his kids and get himself clean
It’s easy to think that a man who struggles with drug addiction and lives in a homeless shelter is also a bad father to his…
Recycling: Things You Don’t Need Can Change A Life
I want to talk to you about recycling. Not just reuse and recycling of textiles (we’ll get to that later). But have you ever realized…
People’s City Mission Has Launched a New In-House Employment Agency
One of the leading causes for keeping people homeless is the lack of employment opportunities. For people staying at the Peoples City Mission (PCM), this…
Nebraska prisons are #1 in overcrowding.
PCM’s Curtis Center is making a way for former prisoners to successfully move forward, not back. Why is it so difficult for folks recently released…
When it’s Cold Outside, No One is Ever Turned Away
There have been many cold days this year…and thankfully for most of us, warm places to go. But if you don’t have anywhere to stay,…
One Year Drug Relapse Program
Homelessness and addiction often occur together, and, unfortunately, many people struggling with both issues are unable to get the help they need. Drug and alcohol…
For everyone searching for hope, KINDNESS changes everything.
“But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of…
Toy Giveaway for Kids at People’s City Mission
This year kids who are staying at the Mission and kids from impoverished families who shop at the Help Center will once again have a…
Free Thanksgiving Meals Served at People’s City Mission
We don’t want anyone to be alone on the holidays. People’s City Mission will once again be serving a full Thanksgiving meal to not only…
Mental Health and the Homeless at PCM
August 30th of this year, two of our own had their lives taken from them. The man arrested for the crimes was also one of…
- « Previous
- 1
- 2
- 3
- Next »