Our Mission:
Progress Valley provides a continuum of recovery support services which encourages and guides individuals to lead responsible, fulfilling, chemical-free lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
˜For potential clients, parents/family of potential clients, referring agencies˜
Why choose Progress Valley? What's it like?
What is expected of me at Progress Valley?
How long will it take to get in?
How is my stay funded?
Are scholarship funds available?
How do I start the admission process?
How long do I stay?
What can I accomplish at Progress Valley?
Can I work?
What kind of groups do you have?
Are meals included in the cost?
What recovery philosophies are used at Progress Valley?
Are passes available?
What happens if I relapse?
Why choose Progress Valley? What's it like?
Progress Valley staff is dedicated to helping addicts and alcoholics learn living and recovery skills. We have two gender-specific halfway houses, aftercare services and sober housing services. We encourage personal responsibility and accountability within a 12-step based environment.
The residential facilities, located in safe, comfortable neighborhoods, have a capacity of 24 clients. They are shared rooms/apartments and offer easy access to local transportation. While maintaining employment or attending school, clients participate in a variety of comprehensive, intensive treatment services (groups, education lectures, one-to-one counseling sessions, recreational activities, etc.) during evenings and weekends. In working with staff and with peers, clients begin the process of working with others to develop strong, positive, sober relationships.
Come on by for a tour……..we'd love for you to visit!
What is expected of me at Progress Valley?
We trust that you have the ability to begin your journey back to a sober and successful life. Therefore we expect…..
• You want to recover,
• You will do your best to comply with the established rules and programming,
• You will treat others with the respect they deserve,
• You will treat yourself with the respect that you deserve,
We expect you to struggle…..it's ok, it's normal. We need you to ask for help!
How long will it take to get in?
Progress Valley occasionally has a waiting list; however, there are usually available openings within one week. The sooner that a referral is made during the client's primary treatment, the more likely a bed will be available on their discharge date.
How is my stay funded?
Programming costs are often funded through State of Minnesota Chemical Dependency Consolidated funding. The Consolidated Treatment Fund is available to eligible Minnesota residents. In order to access this treatment fund, Minnesota Residents need to contact the Social Service department of their county of residence for more information and to schedule an assessment. The county assessor will discuss appropriate programming referrals at the time of assessment.
In addition, we receive payment through private pay- please contact Program Manager or Controller for additional information.
Are scholarship funds available?
Scholarship monies are available on an as-needed basis if funds are currently available. Contact Program Manager (at men's or women's facilities) for additional information regarding eligibility.
How do I start the admission process?
The Program Managers will be happy to assist you in making a referral to one of our programs. They will answer any questions that you may have, determine eligibility in relation to admission criteria, and schedule an interview.
How long do I stay?
Progress Valley residential programs are designed to be 90-day programs. Depending upon each resident's clinical needs and service contracts with referring agencies, the length of stay may be modified.
What can I accomplish at Progress Valley?
At Progress Valley we strive to encourage residents to assume personal responsibility and continue working on their personal growth. Residents will gain an increased understanding and working knowledge of the 12 steps, develop a daily routine to include work, school, or volunteer work, and work closely with the clinical team to advance on their individual goals.
Much depends upon YOU! We are here to help, to assist, to provide you the tools and resources necessary to remain sober, build a sober support system, obtain and maintain employment or attend schooling, obtain suitable housing and plan for eventual return to the community. We provide the tools for you to learn how to live life on life's terms.
Can I work?
All Progress Valley residents are required to work or participate in educational or volunteer opportunities. There are limitations to the hours that residents are able to work so that residents can fully participate in the therapeutic programming offered at Progress Valley.
What kind of groups do you have?
Progress Valley offers a full-range of chemical health programs and services. Residents regularly meet (individually) with a licensed counselor. In addition, we provide groups and educational lectures on relapse prevention, health issues, mental health issues, eating disorders, living skills, emotional issues and other topics relevant to recovering people.
Fellowship is an important component of programming at Progress Valley. Residents are encouraged to spend time with their peers in groups, socializing during meal times and free time. Recreational activities for residents are made available on a regular basis.
Are meals included in the cost?
All meals are included in the cost of the program.
What recovery philosophies are used at Progress Valley?
Progress Valley uses the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous as one of our guiding principles. All residents are required to attend regular community support groups and obtain a sponsor.
Are passes available?
Yes, residents may discuss pass requests with their counselor on an individual basis. Progress Valley is a highly structured residential program and overnight passes must be earned and determined to be therapeutically appropriate based on the resident's treatment plans.
What happens if I relapse?
Relapse is taken very seriously at Progress Valley and if it happens it is dealt with clinically on an individual basis. Some clients will not be permitted to remain in the program and clinical staff would assist those clients in transferring to more appropriate programming.