Beacon House Association of San Pedro
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August 31, 2011
I went to the Beacon House in 2008. It was a very depressing and difficult situation to deal with. Even though I was willing and worked hard I felt as though the members who had been there longer singled me out and would really make things hard on the newer individuals that were there voluntarily. Also most were there through drug court and had a lot to lose if removed from the program those people would make it hard on the ones who were there on their own free will. Overall I was very depressed while at the BH and really could not confide with anybody without total beratement. On more than one occasion my medication was being withheld by the other patients or staff. After a long weekend [Christmas] my meds were withheld and on Sunday night while at a meeting another program person was very derogatory after I received a 90 day chip and I had an emotional meltdown already in a depressive state I seriously was at an end. Subsequently the next day I was removed from the program. It was a very cult like atmosphere that is geared toward the courts approval so they can have a continuous supply of addicts whom are not very motivated to change but very motivated to program and play the game which most are very good at playing since they spent plenty of time in prison. I have been sober two years now thank God and no thanks to beacon house. They have far more dropouts than success story's. The numbers are fudged and the successes are few. Overall I would say this program works if you are afraid to go back to the pen.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
finding my own path
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
fire bill and the rest of the cult leaders.
July 9, 2010
The Beacon House has save my life to say the least. I have been to and know of many other treatment facilities but none other compare.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The Beacon House is a drug and alcohol treatment facility, and I was addicted to meth. They provided me with sufficient counsiling, all my meals for at least a year,and a safe place to live.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
June 29, 2010
When I first came to the Beacon House I was suicidal and hopeless. I saw no way of getting out of my predicament. I needed something different and was willing to try the Beacon House program of action. The moment I arrived I was welcomed by men who were offering me clothes and food. For the first time in my life I felt safe. Through the process of the program I started to gain hope and see life in a different light. I was able to participate in community activities where I had a sense of purpose. The genuine care and love this house has demonstrated towards me is undeniable. I am now an intern at the house and attending Cal State Dominguez Hills this fall to pursue a career in counseling. I have found God and see his works daily. This house is nothing short of a miracle. I continuously see men recover from hopeless states and grow towards an active lifestyle where they help other men. I want to thank this house for the opportunity it has given me.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
In my life daily.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The kind loving atmosphere.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Excellent.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Help more people that are suffering.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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