Our vision
APH was created
to help bridge the gap for incarcerated and recently released women
who want to live a transformed life and break patterns of
self-defeating behaviors. One life can change thousands!
Extending Christ’s unconditional love and hope to women
released from correctional facilities and making the transition
together with them, will not only encourage, but assist them in
becoming independent, contributing members of society.
Our
Mission
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To provide transitional housing in a safe, secure and home-like environment.
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To provide a structured, supportive program including mentoring, compliance counseling and referrals for fulfillment of probation and parole mandates.
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To provide faith-based programming for development of life skills and for successful re-entry to the community and society in general.
Program overview
A Peaceful Habitation Home &
Aftercare Ministry, Inc. is a Christian ministry providing
service and support to facilitate successful re-entry to society.
It was created to “bridge the gap” for the
recently released women who want to live transformed lives and break
patterns of self-defeating or destructive behavior.
The Program is unique because it
combines caring support and mentoring with educational content to
improve life skills in a context of personal accountability.
“A Peaceful Habitation” refers to
the transitional residence, as well as the daily program at the
residence. Christian
principles form the substance and intent of the program, which
consists of structured support, education, accountability and
community.
As
a focal point for ecumenical outreach to women being release from
prison, it is also a channel for the faith community to live out
Matthew 25:36 “…I was in prison and you came to me” (NKJV).
It is an opportunity for “free world” Christian women to grow
in faith and spiritual maturity by mentoring or volunteering in the
Program. It is an
opportunity for the Christian community to reach out to newly
released women through sponsorship and practical support, and
engenders reconciliation and healing within the larger community
that will carry forward far beyond the transitional period after
release.
Required Qualifications
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Must be age 21 or older
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Mentally and physically stable (do not require monitor or supervision)
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Must have a true desire for self-improvement
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Must attend all groups, workshops and/or classes, including Bible Study
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Must be on parole or probation supervision
Participant Responsibilities
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Comply with all parole and/or probation conditions of release
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Attend church regularly
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Meet with a mentor weekly
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Must seek and obtain employment within 30 days of arrival at APH
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Contribute to household upkeep with assigned chores
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Participate in daily devotions
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Meet with House Coordinator weekly
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Maintain a drug-free status
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Pay one-time entrance fee of $150 and rent of $300/month after first 30 days of residence
What a Peaceful Habitation IS:
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A drug, alcohol, and smoke free environment
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A place where God is honored
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A highly structured program based on Christian principles
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A safe and secure temporary residence
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Restricted to adult women only (children may visit but may not live on the site)
What A Peaceful Habitation IS NOT:
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A permanent residence (the program allows for a 6-12 month stay only)
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An assisted living facility: Women should be able to live independently without medical or psychiatric services on site.
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A 'free-ride'. Resident women must pay rent and comply with all requirements.
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A government sponsored program.
Our Support System
Here
at APH, we regard our participants as a family. As such, every woman
is treated as our sister and we help her accomplish life goals that
will work toward her successful reintegration into society. We
support her in numerous ways, such as:
Job Search
Assistance with job search, including interview skills and resume
preparation, and if necessary, help obtaining proper attire.
Physical Needs
Assistance in accessing social services and for needs such as
clothing, medical care, counseling, and anything necessary to work
toward her family reunification goals.
Life Skills Training
Assistance with financial and budgeting skills, computer skills,
parenting, domestic violence workshops.
Housing Search
APH assists its participant’s find appropriate and affordable
housing upon completion of the program.
Transportation
APH, Inc. will provide a free bus pass for the first three months,
(or when needed).
Spiritual Growth & Support
Daily devotional time, weekly biblically based 12-step group, weekly
Bible Study, fostering church attendance and fellowship.*
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