RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
BC Teen Challenge is a one-year residential program where drug addicts, alcoholics, victims of abuse, dysfunctional families, and people dealing with other life-controlling problems are given a second chance at life.
Lives are transformed as they are touched by the love and power of God that is stronger than any addiction that has held them in bondage. Holistic in approach, BC Teen Challenge helps the total person in spiritual, emotional, physical, social, and educational perspectives, initiating a change of values in the lives of our students.
Spiritually
BC Teen Challenge deals with the students’ problems as symptoms that relate to deeper problems and conflicts. Instead of escaping their problems they find, through a new life in Jesus Christ, the changing power that gives them the ability to overcome problems and live a more effective life.
Emotionally
The rebuilding of abused minds and emotions is of key importance. The study of the Bible enhances mental growth by serving as the foundation for the restructuring of broken-down thought patterns, creating new, more stable ways of life. Spiritual guidance with experienced staff members help individuals resolve questions and conflicts that they are facing.
Physically
BC Teen Challenge cares for all of our students’ needs over the course of the year program including shelter, food, clothing, and recreation in a drug-free environment.
Socially
Through the benefits of a group living situation, students are encouraged to work out relationship problems to successfully relate to family and peers once they complete the program. Such interaction promotes a strong character of moral fiber, right attitudes and desires.
Educationally
BC Teen Challenge uses the curriculum provided by Global Teen Challenge and is specifically designed to teach students more about God and who they are meant to be.
The 12-month program is divided into two stages:
Phase 1 includes group classes, character development, relational guidance, social skills and recreation. To emphasize the educational aspects of the program, BC Teen Challenge refers to its residents as “students.”
Phase 2 concentrates on academic and vocational advancement. The student is tutored in developing positive attitudes, trustworthiness, concern for others and a strong sense of responsibility.
Eligibility Requirements
- History of substance abuse
- Minimum age of 19 years of age
- Commitment to the 12 month program
- Evidence of a sincere desire for help
- Willingness to consider a faith-based approach
