Invitation for Residency | HERO House Recovery Residences

Invitation for Residency to the HERO House Recovery Residence

The HERO House is not for everyone. We are looking for a specific type of person to join our community. If you would like an invitation of residency, applicants must:

Have a strong desire to remain sober and fully immerse themselves in the recovery process.
Attend and actively participate in one or more 12-step programs.
Aspire to begin or continue their education.
Be willing to be a part of the community and participate in community activities in a positive manner.
Have the ability to privately finance their residency up to one year.

Requirements for Admission

At least 30 days of sobriety at the time of admission to the program.
The desire to enroll, continue or complete a college education
Completion of an inpatient or intensive outpatient treatment program is highly encouraged. (We will need signed consent to speak with primary therapist from treatment program.)
A strong desire to remain sober.
Willingness to become part of our community and follow community guidelines.

Benefits of Residency

Weekly coaching and/or mentoring with a staff member.
12-Step recovery support and integration into the recovery community.
Full support in the application, enrollment and class selection process at any accredited higher education institution in the local area (on-line coursework is discouraged).
Live-in house manager and no more than 2 residents per bedroom.
Weekly programs and lectures on various academic and life-skill topics.
Weekly community activities that enhance fun in sobriety and life experiences.
Monthly community service projects.
Opportunities to attend national and regional conferences on leadership and health education, geared toward college students.
Assistance in finding additional support systems such as doctors, therapists, dentists, etc.
Transitional planning as the graduate prepares to transition from our program to independent living.
All household expenses are included in the monthly fee with the exception of food, phone and school expenses.
Morning Workshops to enhance recovery and weekly workshops focused upon academic preparation for those not enrolled in school.

Expectations of Residents

Remain alcohol and drug free.
Enroll in classes at the first open-enrollment date, maximum of two courses the first term.
Work part time or be involved in community service.
Attend a minimum of four 12-Step meetings per week and have a local sponsor within two weeks of residency.
Actively work the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous, or Narcotics Anonymous.
Willingly submit to random drug screens and breathalyzer tests.
Follow the rules of the program.
Be willing to assist with chores around the house and in the community.
Attend weekly house meetings, daily check-in, weekly program, and weekend activities.
Perform community-service projects with other house members.

Reasons for Immediate Termination of Residency

If you use alcohol or other drugs of any kind (except for prescription and approved over-the-counter medications).
If you engage in criminal activity or bring weapons into the house.
If you physically or verbally threaten another resident or house staff.
If you engage in sexual activity with another member of the HERO House community