Help Those with Substance Addiction Find Freedom: The Changed Life Recovery Program

Help Them Discover True Transformation

Are you looking to help someone break free from the chains of addiction? The Changed Life Recovery Program is here to guide him toward a new beginning. Our Christ-centered, residential recovery program is designed to help men turn away from destructive behaviors and embrace a life of purpose and healing.

Jake Sexton Shares His Testimony About the Changed Life Recovery Program

A Recovery Program in Frederick, MD

3 SIMPLE STEPS

  1. Download and read the Changed Life Recovery Program Application
  2. The prospective resident should complete the application and accompanying documents in their entirety
  3. We’ll contact the applicant for an interview and then determine his acceptance

It’s That Easy!

We hope to see these 8 changes when they complete the program:

  1. Be a passionate follower of Jesus. 
  2. Be victorious over addiction 
  3. Be connected and active in a local church 
  4. Have a GED or appropriate level of education for the future. 
  5. Be accountable to a mentor or an accountability group 
  6. Be placed in a financially suitable job. 
  7. Be reconciled as much as possible to family members. 
  8. Be placed in safe and comfortable housing.

Recovery Success Stories

Listen to real stories!

Shari Balodato
Faith House Program Specialist

Shari Badolato is the Program Specialist for Fath House. Before joining the Mission staff, she was a church Kids and Family Pastor. Shari enjoys hand lettering and going to the beach and movies with her family. She says, “I am grateful for the hope I have found in Jesus and have a passion for helping women find wholeness and healing in Him. I consider it a true privilege to partner with The Faith House.”

Brenda Bell
Rescued Treasures Coordinator

Brenda coordinates the volunteers who sort clothes and assist guests in Rescued Treasures.

She has been working with people in poverty since 1981. She says, “First, I befriend them. Then I find out what they need and refer them to the program that could best help. I only help people who want help, and only in the ways they want help. Some people have addiction problems and don’t want to leave the street. I’m still their friend.”

Carol Switzer
Faith House Program Coordinator

Carol coordinates the programs at Faith House, working with residents to help them develop skills for independence. Carol also runs Crossed Bridges with her husband Jonathan. She enjoys playing any sport with a ball, crocheting, bike riding, and spending time with her husband and five children. 

“He who loves God must love his brother also.” (1 John 4:21) explains what wakes Carol up in the morning to begin a new day; being able to serve the Lord while working with people, whether it be administratively or relationally. She loves hearing the testimonies of how Jesus has changed people’s lives, especially because He’s done so much for her!