During the healing phase women who are battling drug/alcohol addiction stay in The Life Exchange Center.

This phase is typically four to six months and is highly structured. The residents receive individual assessments and case management plans. In addition to life skills classes, health and wellness education, family reunification, relapse prevention and workforce development, they also participate in group and individual counseling, Bible study, and personal reflection. Women also receive ongoing medical and mental health services through valued community partnerships.

The goal of the healing phase is to assist women in breaking the cycle of defeat that led to their drug and alcohol addiction, and help them exchange it for victorious living through Christ Jesus.

Women who successfully complete the first phase, move to our second residential home and enter our Homeward Bound program.

This phase is designed to mimic independent living and is for individuals ready to begin looking for work. Residents continue group and individual classes as they prepare to enter the workforce, and are encouraged to build an outside accountability network to support them once they leave Gilgal. During this phase, women will work with the workforce development team to secure a job paying a living wage. They will also open a checking/savings account, begin paying outstanding debt, and work with their case manager to secure stable housing as a requirement for graduation.

Recovery does not end when a resident graduates from Gilgal. Clients are more likely to be successful in maintaining a sober lifestyle if they are involved in recovery activities on a long term basis.

Gilgal operates a third home called Higher Ground that offers graduates a supportive environment to transition to independent living. Residents work with the case management and workforce development staff to complete certifications and training, save money, and increase earning potential that will position them for long-term success.