Jeanine Hodge

AHS-8100

* Founded in 1968 by a group of distinguished business, political, community leaders and people in recovery. Recognizing that a growing number of individuals suffering from alcohol and drug abuse were unable to find help, a residential treatment program was established to put people on the path to drug-free recovery.

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About GAUDENZIA

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The Birth of Gaudenzia

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We are here because there is no refuge, finally,

from ourselves.

Until people confront themselves in the eyes and hearts of others, they are running.

Until they suffer others to share their secrets,

they have no safety from them.

Afraid to be known,

they can know neither themselves nor any other;

they will be alone.

Where else but in our common ground

can we find such a mirror?

Here, together, people can at last appear clearly to themselves-not as the giant of their

dreams, nor the dwarfs of their fears – but as individuals, part of a whole,

with a share in its purpose.

In this ground we can each take root and grow,

not alone anymore as in death,

but alive to ourselves and to others.

Philosophy

Mission“Gaudenzia helps people affected by chemical dependency, mental illness and related conditions to achieve a better quality of life, allowing them to live as productive and accountable individuals. This is accomplished through comprehensive treatment and prevention methods guided by a philosophy of mutual concern and responsibility. Gaudenzia also conducts research and educates the community on the causes, treatment and prevention of addictions, mental illness and related conditions.”

DRUG & ALCOHOL TREATMENT SERVICES

Adult Residential Services

Outpatient Services

Adolescent Services

Mental Health Residential Services

Prison Services

From very humble beginnings in a single facility, Gaudenzia  has grown to over 125  programs at more than 75 facilities throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware.

Now admitting into treatment over 14,000 clients annually, Gaudenzia offers comprehensive addiction treatment and recovery services.

We serve adolescents, pregnant/parenting women, co-occurring individuals (mentally ill and substance abusing), HIV/AIDS symptomatic individuals and homeless individuals.

Fresh Start of Delaware

604 West 10th StreetWilmington, DE 19801www.gaudenzia.org

* Long-Term Residential Program for Young Adults (ages 18-25) Up to 20 clients

* Located in Wilmington, DE

* 1st Gaudenzia program in Delaware

* State Funded

* Short Term Stabilization Program for Adults, 18 years old and up. (Delaware

Medicaid Clients)

* Offender Re-entry Program

* Out Patient Counseling Services

Fresh Start is…

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Fresh Start History

* 2003 – Opened in Newark Delaware

* April 2006

* Fresh Start gets a “Fresh Start”

* Opening of 604 West 10th Street, Wilmington, DE

* February 2010

* Opened Short Term Stabilization Program for Adults, 18 years old and

up. (Delaware Medicaid Clients)

* Began Out-Patient Services at Wilmington Sitewww.gaudenzia.org

Facts

Average Age of our Clients Primary Drug of Choice

Heroin is the fastest growing addiction in young adultswww.gaudenzia.org

Fresh Start Staff*Derek – Program Director

*Darlene - Admin. Assistant*Lisa – PT Admin. Assistant / House Manager*Barbara – Program Supervisor*Sheila – Counselor III *Karen – Counselor III*Charles – Counselor II*Franshawn – Food Service*Pat – Nurse *Tyrone - House Mgr.*Thomas- House Mgr.*Chaka – House Mgr.*Ronald – House Mgr.*Carla – Counselor III* Judy – Counselor III*Dr. Lifrak - Medical Doctor*Dr. Josie - Psychiatrist

Professional Affiliates

*Drug and Alcohol Service Providers of Pennsylvania (DASPOP)

*Maryland Addiction Directors Counsel (MADC)

*Pennsylvania Recovery Organizations Alliance (Pro-A)

*The Philadelphia Alliance

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THANK YOU

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