We call our program The Matrix. The Matrix consists of Five Components and Operates in Four Phases:
Five Components:
- Cognitive (what I think) and behavior (what I do) benchmarks.
- Classes that educate and train a man what these benchmarks are how to implement them into their lives.
- A book reading roster that reinforces the education and training of the class in a thematic, supplemental manner.
- The instruction of, training in and practice of the spiritual disciplines.
- And accountability and encouragement through counseling (year one) and mentoring (year two).
Four Phases:
Discovery—Phase 1
Month 1—Being Dependent
In this phase of the MATRIX, residents will come face to face with the reality of whom and where they are, through a variety of assessments and evaluations. We implement the principle of beginning with the end in mind by setting goals, and providing a roadmap for each resident in regards to their holistic well-being. Our aim is to equip every man with the tools to effectively work on his physical, financial, spiritual, and relational existence while successfully living drug and alcohol free.
Answering the Questions:
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Where am I?
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Completion of--
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Legal and Financial Assessment
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Physical & Mental Assessment
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Spiritual & Moral Assessment
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Relapse Prevention Therapy Assessments
Introduction of the MATRIX
Transformation—Phase 2
Months 2-6—Learning to Live Independently
In this phase, the residents will be immersed in the principles of functioning healthily in community with other like-minded individuals. Involvement, transparency, and support provide a framework to experience and sustain this transformation. As residents begin applying a proactive mentality and embracing a new way of life, Clean/Sober time is accrued and celebrated.
Beginning the Work:
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Clean & Sober
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Counting the Days
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Living in Community
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To know and be known—by allowing others to see deeply into our lives
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To love and be loved—by finding out about each other and choosing to love anyway
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To serve and be served—by not being able to choose to do only those things we enjoy and directly benefit from
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To admonish and be admonished—by being able to speak the truth about ourselves and others
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To celebrate and be celebrated—by finding reasons to rejoice for what God is doing within the community.
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Active Involvement in the Program
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Self-Sustaining Motivation
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Presence of Support
Freedom—Phase 3
Months 6-12—Living Independently
In this phase of the MATRIX, residents will begin to display leadership and influence while being involved in ministry through service in and to the community. An attitude of purpose and destiny will be cultivated as men begin to realize a sense of vocation through talent and skill recognition. As past relationships are restored and new ones are formed, residents will begin to identify a core network of support that will follow them as they transition out of the program.
Continuing the Work:
Independence—Phase 4
Months 12-24—Learning to Live Interdependently
In this phase of the MATRIX, residents will begin the transition out of Central Care Mission and into the next phase of their lives. Residents will begin experiencing health in core areas of their personal lives: spiritually, financially, and relationally. The acquisition of an automobile and bank account, coupled with maintaining stable employment, provide a foundation on which to build a healthy future once the transition has occurred.
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