We are alcohol and drug-free, so we talk about that right up front and make sure that's something people are willing to and try and live by. And when that all goes okay, people just move in. The people use Bethesda House as their home and go out during the day to take care of business. They go to medical appointments, support groups or work. The children attend local schools.
People are welcome to stay here as long as they want.
Generally, they stay four to six months while they are waiting to get Section 8. The only reason we have asked people to leave is if they weren't alcohol or drug free. We can help them get into a rehab program and get clean. Mickie tries to find out what each resident's needs are and gets them into the system, for both medical and social services. Bethesda House provides access to a variety of support services.