If you believe you qualify or are unsure if you qualify, call us at (850) 475-1116

Criteria.

  • Must not have sexual offenses, extreme violent charges, or outstanding warrants.

  • Must not be taking mood substances that would be inadvisable with recovery due to addictive properties (i.e. opiates, opiate blockers, muscle relaxers, or narcotics of any kind) Cannot be pregnant.

  • Must consent to releasing confidential information to the Charis House Staff. Must be committed to 12 months of recovery. Must follow strict program guidelines including interactions with approved family only. Must participate in busy structured daily schedule.

  • It is the intake specialists’ decision to determine the amount of ongoing criminal issues we can accommodate. Please inform us of any and all current or pending legal issues, probation obligations, and future court dates at the time of applying.

  • Must be able to fully participate in all volunteer opportunities. Must be able to lift 10 pounds. Please inform us of any chronic medical conditions including, medications you are prescribed, mental health evaluations, and surgeries. This is to ensure the safety of each client and staff member in our program.

  • This is a non smoking program, you will receive nicotine patches/gum upon request. This is a Christian program you are required to participate in biblical classes, church, and daily devotions. This is a donation based program and not federally funded we reserve the right to refuse or dismiss any client that is unwilling or unable to follow the guidelines laid out.

Charis House Packing List

You may bring notebooks, pens, pencils, a backpack, a clear tote bag, and a purse for church only. You can not use your cell phone while in our program. You will be allowed to make 2 phone calls weekly to your support system. You will need a 30-day supply of any prescribed medication you are currently taking. You will need funding for ongoing medication. This is a faith-based recovery program. You may not bring any clothing with obscure, explicit, or anti-Christian graphics. Please be mindful of the length of your clothing items, if your items are too short or too tight, you may be asked to find alternative items of clothing at our Thrift Store.