Life Change Recovery Program

There are endless reasons why a person may end up impoverished and alone, suffering on the streets of Visalia. But whatever the crisis — whether it be financial or familial, from harm suffered recently or childhood wounds endured decades earlier — Visalia Rescue Mission’s Life Change Recovery Program is designed to address the root issues of an individual’s brokenness, and to bring lasting, holistic healing to their lives.

Very rarely does a life collapse overnight. Similarly, restoration cannot happen in a day. That’s why we offer a year-long residency, where guests focus wholly on their recovery with basic needs covered by the Mission. The program is built on a Gospel foundation, with an intense focus on the physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial restoration of each individual.

(To ensure guest safety, the men’s and women’s programs are located at separate campuses.)

Additionally, there is professional support for access to medical care and medication, transportation for necessary appointments and more. During the course of their stay, guests will experience regular one-on-one professional counseling, group therapy classes and workforce development that helps a person regain their independence.

Details about the Program

This 3-month introductory quarter begins with an intense focus on a person’s own healing and wellness.

As behaviors driven by addiction are broken and negative influences are severed, a host of recovery principles are introduced through classes: the 12 steps of recovery, parenting, and basic life skills. There is a strong, Christ-centered faith component in weekly chapel services. Case management support addresses each individual’s needs and concerns, ensuring the recovery process remains on track.

Participants are also given basic work duty assignments at this time. These may involve meal preparation, landscaping, or other duties around the Mission. Steady work helps men and women begin managing responsibility, reporting to a boss, and developing positive habits in their recovery.

The second quarter has a heavy focus on spiritual healing. Guests will learn to come to terms with the hardship, trauma, abuse, and other wrongs they’ve experienced, and take ownership for the hurt they’ve caused. Professional counseling guides the process, digging deep into the root issues of addiction, self-harm, or other destructive behaviors.

During this time, participants build positive relationships and spiritual maturity through steady, one-on-one discipleship. Step by step and day by day, men and women regain control of their lives, embrace accountability, and grow in Christ.

This quarter overlaps with quarter two and is designed to lay the groundwork for successful living.

In addition to classes that address things like financial responsibility, relationship boundaries, parenting and more, guests will apply their gifts, talents, and experience for prospective employment. Skills assessments, computer classes and job search training are also offered, along with help revising resumes and conducting mock interviews. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, a work-appropriate wardrobe is also provided.

This 3-month introductory quarter begins with an intense focus on a person’s own healing and wellness.

As behaviors driven by addiction are broken and negative influences are severed, a host of recovery principles are introduced through classes: the 12 steps of recovery, parenting, and basic life skills. There is a strong, Christ-centered faith component in weekly chapel services. Case management support addresses each individual’s needs and concerns, ensuring the recovery process remains on track.

Participants are also given basic work duty assignments at this time. These may involve meal preparation, landscaping, or other duties around the Mission. Steady work helps men and women begin managing responsibility, reporting to a boss, and developing positive habits in their recovery.

The second quarter has a heavy focus on spiritual healing. Guests will learn to come to terms with the hardship, trauma, abuse, and other wrongs they’ve experienced, and take ownership for the hurt they’ve caused. Professional counseling guides the process, digging deep into the root issues of addiction, self-harm, or other destructive behaviors.

During this time, participants build positive relationships and spiritual maturity through steady, one-on-one discipleship. Step by step and day by day, men and women regain control of their lives, embrace accountability, and grow in Christ.

This quarter overlaps with quarter two and is designed to lay the groundwork for successful living.

In addition to classes that address things like financial responsibility, relationship boundaries, parenting and more, guests will apply their gifts, talents, and experience for prospective employment. Skills assessments, computer classes and job search training are also offered, along with help revising resumes and conducting mock interviews. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, a work-appropriate wardrobe is also provided.

By the Numbers: 2022

21 Graduates

of our Life Change Recovery Program

673 Recovery Classes

taken by Life Change
Recovery Residents

638 Counseling Hours

provided to our Life Change
Recovery Residents

Graduating from Life Change Recovery Program

At Visalia Rescue Mission, our graduates are proof that God transforms lives! They’re also a beautiful tribute to the neighbors who faithfully support our work.

To graduate from the Life Change Recovery Program, a person will have completed a year-long program at the Mission, including all classroom and program quarters. Before moving out, they’ll have a stable job, benefits, or both, along with a home they can afford. And they will understand addiction triggers and know how to maintain their sobriety, especially in times of crisis.

Community and accountability are also key, which is why we ensure each person has a strong support network of family, spiritually minded friends, and a local church to attend. Each graduate will know what it means to walk in fellowship with Jesus – and they will understand His love, grace, and mercy on a very personal level.

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