Q. What is the success rate at New Beginning?
A. Although it is not possible to stay in touch with all of our alumni, the majority do stay in touch with the ministry. We have found, that because most of our guests stay at New Beginning for more than six weeks, that a good majority stay clean and sober. We estimate the success rate to be between 75 and 80 percent. For those who relapse, we find that many do eventually recover, when they are willing to "put into action" all that they have learned. For those who really want to get and stay sober, and are willing to work the program, we expect a 100 percent recovery rate.
Q. Why do addicts and alcoholics need to stay in a residential facility?
A. Addiction is a disease of the mind and of the body. Addicts and alcoholics need to be in a safe and structured environment where they can learn to function without the use of drugs and alcohol. The mental obsession and the phenomenon of craving can be overwhelming, even for the strongest of will. The best case scenario, is that the addict be in a safe place where they can learn about the problem of addiction, the solution to addiction, and the program of action to overcome addiction.
Q. Why should I choose New Beginning as my program to recover from addiction?
A. New Beginning has over 100 years of recovery on staff! The recovery program is tried, tested, and proven; we know that it works! The ministry has a wonderful, safe and structured environment that is conducive to recovery. You will be a part of a recovery family; you will not be recovering alone. Our recovery program is innovative and informative. The facility has comfortable and homey accommodations. All the guest rooms are air conditioned. The facility has a laundry facility, a weight room, and a built in swimming pool. We serve nutritional and delicious meals and have snacks and beverages available throughout the day. We have the experience, strength, and hope to overcome addiction. An effective program of action at an affordable cost.
Q. Does New Beginning take insurance?
A. New Beginning is self pay. You may attempt to get reimbursed by your insurance company. New Beginning is very affordable compared to most other programs.
Q. Is New Beginning a medical facility?
A. No. New Beginning is located in beautiful, rural Wayne County, in the Poconos of Pennsylvania. Joel's Sober House and Evergreen Lodge at New Beginning are independently-run recovery retreats in a residential community for alcohol and drug dependence. New Beginning represents a non-medical approach to alcohol and drug addiction. We believe that survivors of addiction are the real experts on recovery, seasoned practitioners committed to service to each other.
Q. Do you have to be a Christian to attend New Beginning?
A. No. New Beginning Ministry is a charitable organization that helps all those in need without prejudice. We have helped people from all walks of life and faiths to recover from addiction.
Q. What services does New Beginning Ministry, Inc. provide?
A. New Beginning Ministry has a food bank and pantry to help feed the hungry, housing and shelter for those in need, an addiction recovery program, a clothes bank for those in need of clothing, a prison ministry, the ministry provides addiction recovery information and literature to educational institutions, prisons, and individuals on request. The ministry has a G.E.D. program for those in need of further education. The ministry also has an anger management program and a living skills program.
New Beginning Ministry is a nondenominational, Christian centered retreat facility designed to embrace the individuality of each person and offer a safe environment of prayer, work, and rest that will bring spiritual and emotional healing. The ministry in a nonprofit human service organization.
New Beginning Ministry is dedicated to making life better and more meaningful for all those in need, so that each person can live life to its fullest.
New Beginning Ministry publishes a recovery publication: "Joel's House Publications." Their publication includes poetry, recovery articles, essays, and original artwork. New Beginning's publication is utilized to promote literacy, creativity, spirituality, recovery, and the arts.
Q. How can I make a tax-deductible contribution to help support the work of the ministry?
A. Please send your tax-deductible donation to:
New Beginning Ministry, Inc.
P.O. Box 328
Beach Lake, PA 18405-0328
Q. What age guests can attend New Beginning Ministry, Inc.'s program?
A. Seventeen year olds that are close to their eighteenth birthday and older are welcomed at New Beginning. New Beginning is an adult facility.
Q. Does New Beginning take both men and women?
A. Yes. New Beginning has comfortable accommodations for men and women.
Q. Does New Beginning meet with the family and the addict?
A. Yes. On request, a staff member will meet with the addict in recovery and their family. This happens only by appointment.
Q. How long a wait should I expect before finding placement at New Beginning?
A. You should be able to get immediate placement. If New Beginning does not have an opening, we will refer you to a similar program until we do.
Q. How do I get started?
A. Call New Beginning toll free at 888-660-8709. Ask for admissions, and tell us that you need immediate placement for addiction recovery.
Q. What if I need Detoxification?
A. You can find a local detox or call us and we will recommend one to you. You must not use illicit drugs or alcohol for a period of 72 hours prior to admission to New Beginning.
Q. I live out of state, are there bus stations and airports near New Beginning?
A. Yes. Shortline bus company comes into Honesdale, PA. Major bus lines also run to Scranton, PA. Airlines go to Scranton-Wilkes-Barre airport. You can make arrangements to be picked up at the airport or bus station when you call us. There is an additional charge for this service.
Q. How is New Beginning Licensed?
A. New Beginning Ministry, Inc. is licensed through Pinecrest Ministerial Fellowship in Salisbury Center , New York. We have three licensed and ordained ministers on our staff. Our staff represents over 100 year of recovery for substance abuse. Because New Beginning is a non-medical recovery retreat, no state licensing is required.
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