Helping make Long Beach A Better Place for All

Our New Life Program offers the education and spiritual training many need to overcome the challenges and addictions that keep them in bondage, with the aim of returning as productive members of their homes, families and communities.

In this year-long residential program participants build a lasting relationship with Jesus Christ, becoming:

Reconciled to God
Developing a relationship with the One who created and loves them

Reconciled to Themselves
Overcoming issues in their own lives

Reconciled to Society
Becoming fully-functioning, prosperous members of society

Our New Life Program encompasses five important phases:

Phase One - 60-day probationary period

• Gaining clarity on their situation and addiction
• Identifying physical, mental and academic needs
• Setting personal, academic and program goals
• Learning positive life skills and techniques

Phase Two - Three months

• Realizing God’s purpose for their life
• Developing academic, social and communication skills
• Working on self-esteem and identity
• Addressing any legal concerns
• Learning relapse prevention

Phase Three - Four months

• Accepting God’s grace and transforming power
• Releasing the shame, guilt, anger and sorrow of the past
• Continuing work on academic goals
• Learning their inherent strengths and abilities

Phase Four - Three months

• Practicing self-sufficiency
• Acquiring employment and financial management skills
• Completing academic goals

Bridge - After-care for up to one year

• Practicing independent living, budgeting and savings
• Mentoring other program participants
• Continuing formal education and training
• Exploring internship opportunities at LBRM and in the community

The New Life Program is the focal point of our ministry at Long Beach Rescue Mission.  And support from the Greater Long Beach community is crucial to our success.  For more information, contact our Program Director, Robert Probst, rprobst@lbrm.org or (562) 591-1292 ext. 209.