We serve a fragile, at-risk population. The men and women coming to the Mission are aware of a need to make radical changes in their lives.  In 2004, over 500 men and women participated in our recovery programs. Seventy four percent of our clients admitted in 2004 were homeless.  The average client has been in jail or prison two to three times and some of them suffer from malnutrition.  Over 70% are dually diagnosed with addiction problems, as well as mental or emotional problems.

Homelessness is often the factor that triggers a realization that drug and alcohol abuse has ruined their lives. Mission clients are relapse-prone addicts that society has given up on, and many have given up on themselves. There is a waiting list for entry into the Mission’s programs. There are limited programs offered to those without insurance or funding. In addition, the community has witnessed changed lives in many of our clients and knows the Mission gives hope to those battling with addiction.

We serve adults 18 years and older. Our clients come to the Mission based on the positive reputation we have built over the last 67 years often on the recommendation of someone familiar with the program’s success rate, including our former clients.  Referrals are made by: probation officers, Mecklenburg County Detox, other substance abuse programs, church pastors, program graduates, coworkers, friends and family members.

Men and women come to us from all walks of life. Each person, regardless of how they learn about the Mission, personally calls to request admission into our program to indicate their commitment to begin their recovery. Each client has his/her own personal story and we work with them to help them address the issues that have brought them to our doors and have kept them from living a full and productive life.

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