Great Lakes Adult and Teen Challenge - Robby Dawson Home for Women
Overview
Set in a beautiful, early-20th-century house in a peaceful neighborhood, Great Lakes Adult and Teen Challenge’s Robby Dawson Home for Women provides non-profit substance use treatment exclusively for female clients. Specialized care is offered for pregnant and postpartum women. The program is built around a Christian foundation, with an emphasis on spiritual guidance, trauma-informed care, and 12-step support.
Ages Served
- Seniors (Ages 65+)
- Adults (Ages 26-64)
- Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Genders Accepted
- Female
Languages Served
- English
Treatment
- Long-term residential
Special Programs
- Adult women
- Pregnant/postpartum
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Christian-Based Healing Philosophy
The center encompasses a deeply rooted, faith-based approach to recovery. The program centers on biblical principles, daily worship, and 12-step facilitation, offering clients spiritual grounding as a path to long-term healing. This model helps many women find new meaning and direction while addressing the root causes of substance use in a supportive setting.
Dedicated Care for Pregnant and Postpartum Women
Specialized residential care is provided for adult women, including those who are pregnant or have recently given birth. The program integrates trauma-related counseling with recovery support adapted to the emotional and physical needs of motherhood, helping women heal and develop positive habits while preparing to care for themselves and their children.
Structured Living and Life Skills Education
Clients follow a disciplined daily schedule that promotes stability and accountability, including set times for group sessions, personal reflection, chores, and spiritual study. Life skills training focuses on real-world readiness and covers topics like job search strategies, workplace conduct, and budgeting. Employment counseling and mentorship help women build confidence and prepare for long-term independence, making the transition out of residential care more sustainable.
Strong Community and Peer Support
The program fosters a close-knit, faith-based community where women support one another through shared experiences and structured group activities. Daily group counseling and peer mentoring sessions encourage openness and mutual encouragement. Living in a communal setting, residents build relationships rooted in trust and shared commitment to recovery, creating a meaningful network that reinforces healthy routines and spiritual growth.
What Clients Say
Women who complete the program consistently highlight personal transformation and renewed hope. Testimonials reflect profound change, and many speak of emotional healing, spiritual renewal, and the strength found in community. As one former client noted, “I now live clean and sober and with joy.”
Cost and Insurance
Insurance Accepted
Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.
Cost
$$ - Moderate Cost Facility
Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.
Financial Assistance
- Does not offer Free
- Does offer Payment assistance
- Does offer Sliding fee scale
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Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Long-term residential
Treatment Approaches
- 12-step program support
- Anger control support
- Incentive-based therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Additional Support and Services
- Social skills training
Counseling and Education
- Group therapy
- One-on-one counseling
- Substance use education
Transition Support
- Discharge and next steps planning
- Ongoing recovery care
Testing & Pre-Treatment
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Comprehensive health checkup
- Mental health screening
- Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
- Temporary support for clients
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Amenities and Experiences
Amenities
- Fitness center
- Airport pickup & drop-off
- Library or reading room
Room Amenities
- Laundry service
- Private rooms
Activities
- Job training
- Spiritual or faith-based services
Settings
- City
Policies
- No smoking allowed
- No vaping allowed
Ownership Type
- Non-profit
Reviews and Ratings
- Participants often describe the program as life-changing and filled with love and support.
- The program emphasizes a strong relationship with Jesus Christ as a key to recovery.
- Graduates frequently highlight the dedication and compassion of the staff in helping individuals overcome addiction.
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