The program emphasizes vocational training, education, and interpersonal communication skills. Following the work day, individuals lacking a high school diploma take part in literacy and GED classes.
All residents also benefit from daily seminars and computer classes.
In addition, following the self-help nature of the program, residents are involved in the operation of the facility, including building maintenance and meal preparation. The son of an alcoholic, B was a young man who grew up surrounded by drug abuse. Under the influence of two drug abusing older brothers, he started using and abusing drugs in junior high school. He began by experimenting with alcohol and marijuana. His habits quickly worsened.