Turning “Consequences into Opportunities”
Horizons, a component of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, is a program which has been cited “as a uniquely effective treatment program for women with addictions.” Multiple social, psychiatric, and medical services are provided women and their children.
Evergreen provides support specifically for pregnant and/or postpartum women and their children who are among those utilizing the 16 residential units managed by Horizons–the Sunrise program. These women are considered to have successfully completed the one-year residential component when she has achieved several goals, including achieving sobriety for one year, having a job, a new place to stay, a bank account, appropriate child care, and a network of support (a 12-step sponsor or support group).
Evergreen’s support includes providing transportation to church activities and items which aid in support for their home and children. Women and children have become valued as part of the Evergreen “family” and are often an inspiration for others as they successfully recover and turn their consequences into opportunities.
For more information about the program: http://www.med.unc.edu/obgyn/centers/unc-horizons-program/sunrise-casaworks-residential-program
If you would like to assist in supporting these women and children, contact the church office. Items which are typically needed include the following:
Items Typically Needed by Horizons Clients & Their Children
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Items for Babies & Children - Diapers, Pull-ups, Baby Wipes, Clothing
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Household Items - Household cleaning items, detergents, paper towels, toilet tissue, soap
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Feminine Hygiene and Toiletry items
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Non-Perishable Foods – Canned foods, cereals, meal mixes, pasta, etc.
