In the process of breaking down the addiction cycle, Adult & Teen Challenge has become a solution to the addiction crisis. Known throughout the world for providing successful recovery programs, Adult & Teen Challenge also has significant impact on local communities. By the time an individual enters Adult & Teen Challenge he has typically had almost every relationship and family tie shattered that might be helpful in recovery. After completing Adult & Teen Challenge, hope is restored to more than just the addict, but to the family as well.
Treatment Programs
Adult & Teen Challenge has grown to more than 250 centers in the United States and operates programs and assistance in 122 countries worldwide. Bend’s local center offers the first step in a one-year residential program for adolescents and adults, designed to help men and women learn how to live drug-free lives. During their 1-year stay all of their attention is focused on the program, which is structured to allow flexibility in meeting the needs of those whose lives have been shattered by addictions. Where residential care is needed, Adult & Teen Challenge offers a well-developed, multi-phased discipleship training program. Adult & Teen Challenge also provides extensive non-residential assistance through personal and group sessions.
Prevention Programs
Stay Sharp is a prevention program provided to thousands each year through public school assemblies and church meetings. Currently, the Stay Sharp program is being presented to 10 Central Oregon public schools. As a former high school teacher in Bend, Kristin saw the power of this program at work in her classroom at the local alternative high school.
Community Impacts
Adult & Teen Challenge’s involvement in a community facilitates a reduction in drug-related crimes in the area. Prevention efforts within the community improve since recovered addicts exert a profound impact on family, friends, and community. The economic cost to society is reduced, and restored men and women become contributors to their community. Enthusiastic law enforcement officials, judges, mayors, governors and other prominent community and country leaders advocate the mission of Adult & Teen Challenge.
Contact Adult & Teen Challenge today to find out how your time and resources could be used to extend compassion and hope to those in need of freedom from addictions!
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