Eligibility and Admission Criteria
The Odyssey House program philosophy is based on utilization of the 12-step, self-help program of recovery where honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness to change are of primary importance. If you are dishonest about your actions and behaviors, closed minded towards the principles of recovery, and/or unwilling to try to change your way of life, then you are in the wrong facility.
To be eligible for services, an applicant:
- must have a history of alcohol or other drug abuse;
- demonstrate a need for a structured, supportive residential environment;
- have a minimum of five (5) days free of any mind/mood altering substances that are not lawfully prescribed by a licensed physician prior to admittance to the program;
- be a male, 18 years of age or older;
- agree to active involvement and participation in the 12-step support group activities, including daily attendance at recovery oriented meetings, as required;
- exhibit motivation for the Odyssey House philosophy, program, and services, and agree to abide by the Odyssey House Resident Manual;
- have the ability and agree in writing to pay a weekly service fee while a resident.
Admission will be denied to applicants who fail to meet the above stated criteria and/or exhibit any of the following:
- the need for medical or psychiatric care beyond the scope of the program capabilities;
- behavior that would be considered dangerous to staff, resident, or to themselves;
- a prior conviction of a violent or sexual offense.
Applicants who are deemed inappropriate for admission may be referred to other, more appropriate, community resources. Odyssey House retains the right to refuse services to anyone.
Important Documents