FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. How much does it cost?
A. We do not charge for our services. The New Life Center is a work/study program. All study materials will be provided for free by the New Life Center.

Q. How do I get into the New Life Program?
A. Anyone interested may contact us at anytime and have their questions answered. Please click the following links for Admission policy and Class schedule.

Q. How long is this recovery program?
A. The New Life Center Christian Recovery Program is a sixteen week residential program. We do not offer an out-patient program at this time.

Q. What if I do not want to go to the program because of too many known associates in the area. Is there a different location you can offer?
A. The New Life Center Christian Recovery Program has only one location but we do know of other Christian Recovery programs outside the surrounding area. We also make referrals to other programs which are secular.

Q. Can I bring money with me?
A. We advise that clients do not bring large amounts of money or posses more than ten dollars because of the temptation to relapse or lose it. We advise all who come not to bring anything of value. We will not be responsible for loss of property. We have a Transition Fund available for those who receive checks and need a holding place for the money while residing in the New Life Center.

Q. What should I bring?
A. Enrolles should bring a week's worth of clothing and personal hygiene items. Church attendance is required on Sundays and if possible bring appropriate clothing. You may bring your own bible. If you do not have one, the New Life Center will provide one for you. We will assist anyone needing personal items as long as we have them on hand (soap, toothpaste, clothing). Each person is responsible for keeping their clothing and bed linen clean. A free laundry room is provided. You may have an alarm clock but it may not have a radio or any type of entertainment system attached. No beepers or cell phones are allowed.

Q. I have a car, may I bring it?
A. You may bring a personal vehicle but you must surrender the keys during the week. Participants are not permitted to drive during the week without permission, nor may clients give other clients rides at any time.

Q. Can I make phone calls or receive mail while there?
A. Telephone calls may be made during the 30-minute time period allotted during free time or by making arrangements with your counselor. Bring a phone card with you if you plan on making calls outside the local calling area. We recommend that each client bring stamps, paper and envelopes. Mail is delivered five days a week. Our mailing address is: (Client name) 317 North Main Street, Enterprise, Alabama 36330.

Q. Can my family and friends visit me while I am at the New Life Center?
A. Onsite visitation is prohibited. All visits will be conducted away from the Center. Clients may earn passes after the first weekend and they may sign out on pass after they complete their work on Saturday and remain on pass until Sunday evening at curfew.

Q. What about medication?
A. There is no medical staff at the New Life Center. Anyone requiring medication will be solely responsible for making arrangements to keep their prescriptions filled and taking the medication as directed by a doctor. If you are taking medication, contact your physician or pharmacist to determine if it will show up as positive on a 72 hour urine test for narcotics, alcohol, or other addictive substances. Clients who currently take medication should contact a physician before changing any prescribed medication. If there is a medication conflict that would cause failure of a drug test the client should always seek medical help to determine if an alternatitive is available. No exceptions will be made if the drug test can not be passed. All candidates must pass a urine drug screen at admission and random tests will be required throughout the duration of the program. We suggest that you stop using now but, at least stop at the time you make the call for your bed to avoid any chance of not being admitted. Contact us for further clarification if necessary.

Q. I need to work to help support my family while going to class there. Can I work when not in class?
A. No outside employment is allowed while attending the New Life Center. There is no fee for our services, therefore clients will work for the Christian Mission to offset program costs.

Q. What if I want to leave?
A. The staff of the New Life Center will not attempt to stop or deter anyone from leaving but is always available for counseling. This is a voluntary enrollment and all who come are free to leave any time they choose. We are committed to giving everyone a chance to achieve recovery. If a client leaves, they may not be readmitted so, the decision should be well thought out in advance and possibly discussed with staff..

What is a normal day like?

Wake Up

Breakfast is served at 7:00 am

Clean up dormitory

Devotion 8:00 am

Class or Work 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Lunch 12 noon

Class or Work 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Dinner 5:00 pm

Evening Devotion 6:00 pm

Free Time 7:00 pm

Lights out 10:30 pm

Important Facts

We are not affiliated with any denomination or political entity.

If you have legal issues which require a letter of notification that you have arrived, we will render a letter upon receipt of your signature at admission.

We are very sensitive to the issue of confidentiality and therefore maintain a strict hold on information about each person who contacts us.

A police check is performed on every client to ensure that they are not a fugitive from justice.

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