These men are taught how to break the cycle of self-destruction. They learn not to rely on drugs, alcohol, bad relationships and other destructive behaviors so common in their lives. Gradually they come to see themselves as men of value, no longer unloved and isolated. They reclaim their self-respect – or affirm it for the first time.

 

The Process of Relational Rehabilitation

The Los Angeles Mission believes in rehabilitation of the spirit, body and mind.

 

Enriching the spirit through:

• Spiritual Counseling

• Spiritual Self-worth

• Chapel Services

 

Enriching the body through:

• Exercise Program

• Recreation and Arts Curriculum

• Academics

• GED Readiness, High School Diploma through the UTI program

• Basic and Advanced Computer Literacy

• English-as-a-Second Language

 

Career Skills Development

Examples of job preparation include the following skills that can be learned at the Los Angeles Mission:

 

• Administrative Assistant

• Receptionist

• Food Services

• Medical Clinic Assistant

• Special Events Planning

• Maintenance

 

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Ensuring Successful Transition

Men who complete a year in the Urban Training Institute recovery program may continue in a 12-month Transition Program designed to complete the process of preparing them to re-enter the mainstream of society. The Action Plan for the Transition Program includes:

• Job Readiness

• Job Placement Assistance

• Transitional Housing

• Money Management

• Family Ministry

• Higher Education

• Referral Service

 

Support Services

The services, as follows, are available to men participating in both the FreshStart and Transition Programs:

• Family Reunification

• Liaison Assistance for Social and Legal Proceedings

• Medical, Dental, and Chiropractic Services

• Alumnae Services