Jericho’s long-term, faith-based recovery program is called REbuilt. Our residents graduate this program with a renewed sense of purpose in life and a deeper relationship with God. For those wishing to enter our REbuilt Program, an admissions interview is required. We determine admission to this program on an individual basis.

Overview

REbuilt is a five-month-long program that allows each resident to reflect on where they have been and where they are going, while being set apart from the mainstream of the world. The program is provided free of charge to all individuals who meet the requirements and are accepted.

Residents take part in classes, work therapy, recreation, job search activities, and Bible study.

Classes

Each resident is required to participate in the REbuilt program classes. These classes are designed to prepare residents to trust God as they find a job, manage personal finances, relate with other people appropriately, and live self-sufficiently. The REbuilt program classes consist of 22 sessions covering various topics. Residents will participate in 2 classes per week and a group discussion session for each class. The classes are broken down into four units:  Faith, Self-Assessment, Life Plan, and Recap of the Program. The faith classes help residents learn about God and faith. They also encourage residents to make new commitments to God and His church. They are designed to help residents recognize the importance of their spiritual growth and participation in a local church as the foundation for a successful future in recovery. The assessment classes address communication skills, decision making, problem-solving, and developing a new way of thinking. Personal life issues are discussed, and the power of God’s presence in their lives focuses on self-control and mature personal growth. The life plan classes assist residents in developing skills for living self-sufficiently. Residents will create a life vision plan and go over financial planning and housing topics. And finally, the recap of the program classes is designed to guide residents on how to live out all they have learned throughout their program and apply it to their lives. The life plan classes close our class series by addressing the importance of setting goals and markers in their lives, having a determined focus on life changes, getting involved and staying involved in a church, giving back as the Lord leads, the foundation of God’s Word, and the lifelong impact of hard work.

Work Therapy

Each resident is assigned chores to assist in the shelter's overall upkeep and contribute to their own support and self-respect while receiving treatment. Personal chore time is allotted daily for residents to attend to their rooms, personal hygiene, or study. Residents will also participate in work therapy at our shelter, thrift stores, food barn, or other assigned sites. Work therapy is an important part of their program as it helps residents develop better attitudes and skills for a new life outside of Jericho.  

Recreation

Recreation is also considered an important part of the residents’ recovery program. An exercise area, pool table, library, and other activities are provided. Recreation also includes weekly outings to local approved sites. On occasion, outside agencies speak to residents about services available upon graduation from the program. House meetings are conducted weekly to give residents time to discuss their group living arrangement matters. A staff member leads this meeting. 

Job Search

Once REbuilt classes and group discussions are completed, residents will shift toward an employment focus.  Residents will be assigned designated times per week to seek employment, work on additional personal assignments, and continue to develop their life plan, including housing and financial plans. The measurable goal for each resident served is to have them leave our facility self-sufficient with a sustainable job and having obtained permanent housing.

Bible Study

Worship and Bible study are foundational to REbuilt. Morning devotions consist of spending time in prayer, reading, and reflecting on a daily devotional. Evening chapel is conducted by an outside guest pastor or volunteer and is designed to glorify God and edify our guests and residents. Our staff attend both the morning devotions and evening chapels. Residents attend a local church on Sunday mornings for worship and at other times as directed by the Programs Director. Since we believe that the local church is an integral part of residents’ re-entry into the community, we permit residents to participate in an area church of their choice towards the end of the program. Residents will be encouraged to become regular in attendance. Church participation will help residents develop friendships and accountability partners to support their recovery. We believe that a key part of each residents’ recovery will be establishing a Christian support group for when they graduate.