Physical:
All students must participate in physical activities. They are motivated to give their
best. Part of the physical component is for students to discipline themselves in such
areas as getting up on time, proper hygiene and grooming, making their own bed
each morning and doing each task when it needs to be done.

Intellectual:
Students are provided instruction in areas such as literacy, writing, debating,
current events, public speaking, legal documentation, music, developing resumes,
computers, etc. Also, students are tutored to receive their High School Equivalency.

Emotional:
“Loving but firm” is the Welcome Home approach. Students find support from
their peers and staff members. Staff always take an encouraging and motivating
approach to students, presenting rules, activities, and policies in a positive and
supportive, but firm manner. Regular encounter sessions are an essential part of
the Program. These sessions are opportunities for students to vent frustrations and
concerns, to raise awareness of negative behaviors, and to elicit absolute honesty,
self-disclosure, and commitment to change.

Social:
Social development is addressed at all times as students are monitored and taught
acceptable and effective interaction with each other. This is especially manifested
during encounter sessions. Interaction during meal times and recreational activities
are all important in developing a healthy lifestyle.

Spiritual:
Welcome Home is not faith based; however, spiritual development is encouraged.
Students who have no interest in religion learn to be more tolerant and respectful.
A blessing is pronounced before each meal. Students’ attendance at the church of
their choice is encouraged. There is no proselytizing.

Financial:
Most Welcome Home students relate money to drugs. Therefore, money manage-
ment is an important consideration within the Program. No money is available to
students while they are in Level One and Two. During Level Three a small stipend
is paid and very carefully monitored as students learn about money management.

In addition to promoting the development of social skills, the Welcome Home
Program provides students with educational and vocational training. The
importance of self-reliance is emphasized and accountability to self and
community is paramount.