steps to join

  • Is giveRECOVERY right for me?

    • Must be a male at least 18 years old

    • Must be serious about a life change, open to the message of Christ, and agreeable to all program policies and procedures

    • Must be physically able to work up to 8 hours per day and able to participate in activities, including, but not limited to, landscaping tasks, chores, and exercise/workouts

    • Cannot be court ordered to enter rehabilitation, our program is completely voluntary

    • Cannot have sex or arson charges (past or present)

    • Cannot have an active warrant and all probation/parole appointments must be non-reporting or phone-reporting (not in person)

    • Cannot utilize Suboxone, Subutex, or Methadone

  • apply and schedule an interview

    • download and complete our application

    • 1-1 Interview – during this interview, our house manager will get to know you better, confirm that you meet the requirements to join, and help decide if our program is a good fit for you. If accepted after this interview, you will determine an appropriate day to move into the house

  • prepare to move in

    The following is a list of items that may be brought into giveRecovery (exceptions are determined on a case-by-case basis). Clothing and possessions will be inspected upon arrival. Please do NOT bring extra clothing besides the suggestions listed. We will wash and dry ALL clothing items on a HIGH heat and are not responsible for damages. Please consider this when packing.

    • Personal I.D. and either a SSN card or birth certificate (photo copies will also work)

    • Enough clothes to last a week (we suggest underwear, socks, 7 pairs of pants/shorts and 7 shirts)

    • 3 pairs of shoes (at least 1 pair of sneakers)

    • 3 sweaters or sweatshirts

    • 1 winter coat

    • personal hygiene products