CLIENT ELIGIBILITY:

Client eligibility is determined using the basis below. Each client assessment will be reviewed on a case by case basis. All clients must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 years or older
• Be willing to participate in all program activities and follow staff instructions
• All legal or outside issues that would create a possible disruption to the program MUST be identified and given approval PRIOR to admission (Legal issues do not prevent clients from being admitted, but they must be discussed up front)
• Be medically & psychiatrically stable enough to participate in program. All medical issues must be identified and reviewed on a case by case basis prior to admission. 
• Submit to a full drug screen which includes alcohol upon admission (clients MUST be detoxed for at least 72 hours prior to date of entry - Recommendations to Detox Center available upon request)
• Able to sit for at least an hour at a time
• Clients cannot take medications that contain benzodiazepines, barbiturate's, alcohol, narcotics or anti-psychotics. All medications , including OTC, must be advised of and approved prior to admission.
• Able to physically participate in activities without medical restriction. 
• Speak, hear, read & write English
• Have at least a 30 day supply of medications

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What is the length of the program, and do I have to stay for the entire program?
The Gastonia's Potters House is an 18 month residential program. The 18 month stay is split into two phases. The first 9 months signifies "First Phase".  In this phase clients are focused on building a relationship with Christ and addressing their addictions and life-altering issues. The second 9 months signifies "Second Phase". Once in second phase clients are encouraged to use the skills they have learned while in the program and in their walk with Christ to seek employment, save their earnings, and work towards graduation and re-integration into society. In order to get the full benefit of the program we advise all clients complete the full 18 months, clients are asked to sign an 18 month commitment upon admission. 


How do I obtain a application for admission?
You may fill out our Application Request Form on the Client Application page and a staff member will email you the full application within three business days. You may also call our office directly at (704).824.3698 to request an application immediately. 


What are your requirements for detoxing?
We require all clients to be detoxed for at least 72 hours prior to coming to our facility. Detox centers can be recommended by our office staff if needed. A drug test will be given to each applicant upon entry.


What is your policy regarding home visitation?
There are no home visit's in the first 30 days after entry. Once a client has been at the facility for 30+ days, they are permitted one visit home per month. This visit is generally the first weekend of every month. The visit is overnight from Saturday morning at 9am to Sunday afternoon at 5pm. Your visit  must be approved by staff prior to visitation, and a signed release form must be turned in before leaving the premises. Home visit's are permitted on a more frequent basis during second phase. Clients receive extended visits during Christmas and 4th of July holidays.


Is smoking permitted?
The Potters House is a non-smoking facility. Clients are allowed to purchase and use tobacco-less vaporizers. 


What items will I need to bring?
A Christian Bible, if possible.  Appropriate clothing to wear to church, and classes. Four towels and washcloths. Soap, Toothpaste, and personal needs products. Clients are generally eligible to receive food stamps through Gaston County upon program entry if needed. This process can take up to two weeks, clients are encouraged to purchase or bring in groceries if possible during this time. 

What items are NOT allowed?
Students are not permitted to have cars, radios, T.V's, computers or cell phones during first phase.  Narcotic medications are not permitted and all other medications  including over the counter medicines must receive prior approval from staff.


Requirements:
You must come willingly, desiring a Christian life and victory. You must fill out and return a Gastonia's Potters House application before being accepted. Also, we require an entry donation of $1000.00, and monthly donation of $400.00 for housing. We cannot give medical care.