Our Mission


Our Missions is to enable women to understand and accept Christ's forgiveness and acceptance through the study of God's Holy Word and 12-step recovery program.

History

Promise of Hope, Inc. opened its doors on May 3, 1999. Promise of Hope, Inc. is a faith-based organization offering assistance and biblical guidance to women over the age of 18 suffering from the disease of addiction. The program is set to house 20 residents for a period of six to 12 months. Extension can be granted, if desired by the resident and approved by the Advisory Board. Food, personal hygiene products, laundry, clothing (if needed), educational literature, paper products, transportation to church, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings, is provided by the ministry. The basic needs of our residents are much like anyone in a home setting. Bible study is offered twice a week and the residents attend church on Sunday, and AA and/or NA meetings week nights. In addition, they are taught living skills, educated on the nature of progression, the characteristics of chemical dependency, and co-dependency issues. After the initial 90-day period, participants begin a work program and contribute back to the program from their wages to help cover their room and board.

Promise of Hope, Inc. creates a safe and positive atmosphere for the residents; accountability to the rules and regulations of the program help to maintain this atmosphere. The residents are responsible to work together to complete chores, take turns cooking, and are responsible for the cleanliness of their personal bed area and laundry.

The program is one of structure, teaching the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Discipline and accountability for following the rules of the program are taught. The residents are instructed on the process of becoming honest and taught communication skills. These skills help them begin to identify their feelings, not to be afraid of them and how to deal with different personalities. All of this is focused on one-day-at-a-time. A Family Day is held monthly to help educate the family and begin the restoration process through an understanding of the disease. These groups are led by a certified addiction counselor.

The Dudley, Georgia property was purchased in the spring of 2001. Funds were borrowed at a local bank to make the purchase; and through the generosity of an anonymous donor this debt was retired October 2006.The facilities are comprised of a residential building (Faith House), an administrative building, a chapel (Grace Chapel), a group house (Hope House), and a storage building. Pastures and hay fields surround the property.

In April 2009 the Baxley Satellite Campus was opened (Joy House). The property is surrounded by God’s nature, almost identical to the original Hope Building. The Baxley, Georgia property is located in rural Appling County.

Promise of Hope, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization. There are no geographical limits, providing a bed is available at the time of need. In September of 1999 the organization became a member in good standing with Georgia Association of Recovery Residences. This accreditation states that the ministry provides appropriate services for women who suffer from chemical dependency. Promise of Hope, Inc. is a debt free organization.