Transitional Housing
Business Operations
COMING FROM THE HEART MINISTRY, INC
501 (C) (3) Non-Profit Charitable Organization
Elder James E. Johnson D. Div
President & CEO
Cynthia House of Refuge
MISSION STATEMENT
Cynthia House of Refuge has as its primary goal the provision of transitional housing and rehabilitative support for men and women who suffered pain through Domestic Violence and Assault.
THE CONCEPT
Once an individual has made a quality decision and the commitment to abandon a lifestyle of ABUSE
Cynthia House of Refuge will provide a transitional home and safe living quarters for its clients.
Cynthia House of Refuge is an outreach program of Coming from the Heart Ministry; Inc. and all prospective residents go through an intake screening process. No prospective resident will be barred because of race, national origin, color, creed, age, handicap, or religious affiliation. When an individual is accepted as a resident in Cynthia House of Refuge, there is a 12-month maximum stay, the use of smoking, or drugs, or non-payment of program fees will result in immediate expulsion (NO EXCEPTIONS). That simple policy lies at the heart of what Cynthia House of Refuge is and what makes it work.
The day-to-day operation of Cynthia House of Refuge is governed through a “statement of policy” established by the Program Director of Coming from The Heart Ministry, Inc. and is strictly adhered to. At the heart of the system of operations is fairness assured by democratic procedures and responsibility delegated to members of the resident community. Democracy is the key element in the Cynthia House of Refuge system of operations both for practical and therapeutic reasons. This approach ensures that each resident readily understands the utilitarian aspects of deciding issues by a majority house vote.
Residents of Cynthia House of Refuge also benefit from a network of mentors and rehabilitative support from outside support groups to aid them in their transition to mainstream society. Cynthia House of Refuge provides democratically run, self-supported group housing and an operating framework tailor-made for the individual recovering from Domestic Violence and Assault. In addition, financial aid may be available for individual circumstances through Habitat for Humanity, Section 8 or VASH for Veterans.
In summation, the democratic nature of the therapeutic community within the house, the written system of operations, the responsibility delegated to each resident, the written statement of policy and oversight provided by ministry leaders all work together to promote recovery through the exercise of responsibility.
ADMISSION
Those interested in becoming a resident of a Cynthia House of Refuge (men and women 18 years of age or older) may obtain an application by visiting Cynthia House of Refuge website at CFTHMINISTRIES.ORG or writing us at PO Box 128 BRICE, OHIO 43109 or by phone at (704) 676-2311. (There is a $250 NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE) THAT COVERS ALL COSTS BELOW.
All applicants must complete a BACKGROUND CHECK, EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION AND DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST in addition to having 3 emergency contact numbers and address
Every applicant will be scheduled for an interview. The interview is conducted by staff and current house residents who determine the individual’s commitment to the primary goal of the house. All residents must demonstrate that they are receptive to participating in supportive services offered such as Life Skills Classes, Holistic Recovery Support Groups and Mentorship In addition, each resident will be required to obtain a mentor. (The mentor shall be one to whom the resident is responsible for guidance, mentorship and personal instruction.)
FINANCIAL
All applicants must have a verifiable income (NO ACCEPTIONS) to include the last 3 paystubs
Upon acceptance and admission, each residential client is required to pay a MONTHLY FEE OF $1000 and is due BY THE 3RD OF EACH MONTH. The program fee covers all costs of residence (there are no additional charges for utilities. Residents are responsible for their own food. Residents must be employed (or actively seeking employment) or be a full-time student at an accredited institution with verifiable means of support. Failure to remain current on residential program fees may under certain circumstances be grounds for expulsion.
PROBATION
All new residents are subject to a 90 period of probation period. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
NO PETS OR NO SMOKING FACILITY
ORGANIZATION
Cynthia House of Refuge is an outreach program of Coming from the Heart Ministry, Inc. and is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service under sections 501(c)(3) of the IRS code as a non-profit charitable organization. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. We invite you to become a financial partner with Cynthia House of Refuge to help us assist those who want to be set free from the fear of ABUSE and become productive members of society. For further information please feel free to contact us.
COMMUNAL LIVING FACILITY
Cynthia House of Refuge will provide Individual or Family one-bedroom spaces, but will share the kitchen, bathroom and gathering spaces