Mission Statement
Oakcrest recovery home is a residence for women and is a unique program in the San Gabriel Valley. It offers a safe haven for women at a time when they need to focus on their recovery process and provides the means whereby they can achieve spiritual, physical and emotional health.
The main thrust of the program is toward the individual woman who is highly motivated to overcome addictive habits and who is at risk of separation from family, friends and jobs.
Admission
Women eligible for the program are between the ages of 18 and 60 and who have problems with alcohol and/or drug addiction. Each applicant is interviewed in order to determine their suitability to the program.
Each woman is provided opportunities for professional development & individual growth. The variety of support programs include:
- Twelve Step Meetings
- AA Meetings
- Religious Study Groups
- Educational Sessions
- Spiritual Counseling
- Job Search Development
- Discussion Groups
Beneficiaries are encouraged to participate in the programs that will meet their needs. Attendance is required at some meetings, including worship services.
Services and Facilities
It is located in the city of Arcadia across from the Santa Anita Racetrack. The services provided by Oakcrest after admittance are as follows:
- Room & Board
- Medical, Dental & Optical assistance
- Supervised Residence
- Spiritual Counseling
- Psychological Counseling
- Inspirational & Educational Opportunities
- Work Therapy
- Planned Leisure Activities
A cash allowance is granted to the women accepted into the program for personal needs.
The program emphasizes self-help. Beneficiaries are involved in contributing to the daily operation of the Center. New skills are learned, old habits are unlearned. The women participate in a work therapy environment.
The Salvation Army provides professional counseling, substance abuse education, occupational therapy and a disciplined approach to the problem of addictive behaviors.
