Frequently Asked Questions
How long is your program?
We ask for a ninety day commitment, but you may stay up to two years as long as you are working towards a goal.
What is the process to become a resident?
- You will need to call the main number (815) 337-4566
- Complete a phone interview.
- The program director will call you to set up a face-to-face interview with you and possibly your counselor, spouse, significant other or family member and our House Manager.
What is expected of me?
- A sincere desire to change your life
- Accepting help from others
- Practice a 12 step program
- Attend a house of worship on Sundays
- Practice Gratitude and Acceptance
- Practice H.O.W. (honesty, openmindedness & williness)
- Follow all house rules
What does Rebekah's House offer?
We will offer you compassion and guidance to obtaining acceptance and gratitude in your new life in a structured environment. We will offer referrals to outside agencies that can help you with other life skills, and address your individual issues.
What Rebekah's House Isn't:We are not a babysitting service (for women not ready to change)
- We are not a homeless shelter
- We are not a bank
- We are not enablers
- We are not a hidout