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Residential Therapeutic Community Program offered at John Volken Academy

921 Central Avenue North, Kent, WA 98032

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Eligibility

Men, ages 18 through 32, who are committed to changing harmful behavioral patterns in their lives, such as chemical dependency, chronic homelessness. Must be willing to abstain from drugs and alcohol; adhere to a structured, behaviorally-focused living and learning program; and commit to stay in program for at least 24 months.  Accepts offenders, on a case by case basis. Cannot accept clients previously convicted of arson or a sex offense.  Cannot accept individuals with current communicable diseases, and anyone with severe mental illness.

Hours

8:30am to 6pm from Monday through Saturday

Application process

Call for initial telephone screening.  Applicants may enter the program as quickly as within 72 hours, depending on availability and screening results.

Fees

Applicants are only responsible for a one-time intake fee.

Service area

WA

Other Information

Age Group

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (25-64)

Payment Options

  • Low-Cost/Sliding Scale
  • Private Pay

Focus Population

  • Male
Offers a long term, residential addiction recovery treatment with extensive job training and life-skill training.   Program operates on a system of privileges and sanctions, and focuses on six equal areas of development:  
  • Physical
  • Intellectual
  • Emotional
  • Social
  • Spiritual
  • Financial
Each component is required of residents in order to graduate from the program.  Some component requirements are job therapy, individual and group counseling, and spiritual practice.  Similar to the 12-step model, program encourages participants to explore their own spirituality from within any religious framework, with no proselytizing.  Residents are also encouraged to complete their GED during the program.   Program is offered at two houses, in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.  Minimum stay is 24 months, maximum is 36.  Women interested in the program will be referred to the Canadian location.

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Washington 211

Providing organization

John Volken Academy
Operates a residential life skills program for men who have faced challenges with addiction and criminal behavior and who aspire to adopt a healthier way of life.
Residential Therapeutic Community Program offered at John Volken Academy