Recovery housing plays an important role in the continuum of treatment for those in the early and ongoing stages of recovery. They provide a structured living environment, peer support, and the necessary opportunities for people to build long-term recovery resources.
There is a very strong connection between recovering individuals and their environment. Simply put, you cannot isolate the person and ignore their situation and expect real change for the person. In fact, this is why recovery rooms can have such a positive impact on long-term recovery outcomes.
Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) He called safe housing for his clients “severely limited in all regions and communities across the state” and “one of the biggest barriers to ongoing recovery from medical and mental illness” in most Connecticut areas.
The limited availability of safe, affordable, transparent housing options continues to be a problem across the country and fuels the urgency for additional resources and support at both the local and federal levels nationwide.
As we think about the complexities of what is involved on the road to long-term recovery, it is useful to keep this in mind Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Four main dimensions that support a stable and fulfilling life:
Health: Overcoming or managing one's disease(s) or symptoms by making informed, healthy choices that support physical and mental well-being
Home: Have a safe and stable place to stay
Purpose: Carrying out meaningful daily activities such as a job, school volunteering, caring for family or creative endeavors. Having the freedom, income and resources to participate in society
Community: Having relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love and hope
Most restoration homes were once distressed properties in need of some serious renovations. This is consistent with how Recovery Community Development Work to expand the number of spaces they provide within the community But they take it a step further by including skill-building opportunities applicable to residents along the way by empowering them to participate in the reform process.
There is still a great deal of stigma associated with substance use. post “Recovery capital” Serves as a primary measure to track progress and is critical to the concept of sustainable recovery.
The complexity and diversity of personal and external resources for initiating and maintaining recovery from addiction is referred to as recovery capital. Recovery capital is classified into three components: personal, social and community capital.
These three components – which are considered to be continuously connected – are explained below This is a useful perspective because it Primarily designed for short-term assessment of addiction creates a roadmap for building and sustaining recovery beyond the accessibility of acute treatment interventions.
Personal capital
Personal capital, otherwise known as human capital, refers to a person's skills, good health, ambitions and aspirations, and personal resources that they can use to succeed.
social capital
Availability of information, social networks, and mutual support through creating or developing supportive relationships are all examples of social capital.
In short, healthy relationships can promote healing. Being a member of a community that shares similar pro-social goals is good for both the body and mind.
Community Capital
Public resources, such as events and transportation options, organizations and facilities, and rehabilitation agencies – can be seen as community capital, in addition to non-stigmatizing feelings within the community.
Recognizing and utilizing microassets within communities can be used to foster effective community cohesion as well as personal and social reintegration. It is expected that when people are connected to supportive community resources in the early stages of addiction treatment, their personal, social, and community capital will increase.
Renovating older buildings and properties is an excellent way to help individuals on the road to recovery gain restoration capital. Renovation projects not only provide the right environment to help individuals learn essential skills, time management, quality control, teamwork, and hard work, but they also create additional space in a safe, cost-effective, quiet environment. Or, a great source of personal and social as well as community capital. Such an approach provides a holistic path to sustainable recovery solutions.
Current projects of RCD, Brooks Street HouseOffers many opportunities for residents, with the end goal being additional space for residents when the renovations are completed.
With a community that continues to rise to the challenges thrown its way, we just finished renovating the third floor! This is possible because of everyone who spent time and energy to see this project through! We are close to the finish line because of our residents, our board and our supporters in the community.
By giving sober housing residents the opportunity to be involved in the renovation process, they gain many useful skills such as drywall prep and installation, framing, door installation, basic carpentry and painting techniques. It gives people in recovery a way to contribute to their communities and engage with their peers in a healthy and productive way. It can restore a sense of purpose and drive during recovery.
These rehabilitation projects also provide residents with skills they can use to build a career for themselves, which has a positive impact on their ability to sustain long-term recovery. Such initiatives and opportunities can go a long way in helping rebuild lives. The skills RCD develops as a sober home resident provide people with the basics needed for full-time employment – which can often be a major obstacle in the recovery process.
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Addiction can make a person feel helpless and hopeless. One of the best methods for teaching people how to meaningfully re-engage with their communities during addiction recovery is effective treatment and a safe, supportive environment, which focuses on helping them create sustainable, healthy conditions that support their recovery journey.
Recovery Community Development It currently employs hourly residents to help out wherever possible while performing off-site remodeling work at nearby homes and businesses. Click here to know more