Program Services for Men

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H.E.A.T is a holistic strengths-based trauma-informed model that emphasizes a positive and engaging approach to treatment for men of color. The holistic approach of H.E.A.T. focuses on treating the complete person by addressing spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, environmental and experiential factors that influence one’s sense of self, behaviors and choices. The curriculum seeks to validate life experiences and to help the client address and resolve emotional and psychological issues that have shaped his self-image, behavior and lifestyle choices. 

 Intake Required*

Helping Men Recover curriculum addresses what is often missing in prevailing treatment modes: a clear understanding of the impact of male socialization on the recovery process, a consideration of the relational needs of men, and a focus on the issues of abuse and trauma. Existing models often provide little direction in helping men to establish a healthy sense of self outside of stereotypical masculine scripts. In contrast, this is one of the primary goals of Helping Men Recover. It is suitable for men, transmen, and nonbinary people who have a masculine experience of the world. 

 Intake Required*

Acknowledging that recovery raises special issues for men--from questions about sexuality, relationships and everyday life to anxieties about speaking up at mixed-gender meetings--A Man's Way through the Twelve Steps focuses directly on the masculine experience of addiction and healing. This new perspective takes into account the psychological development of men as it relates to addiction and recovery, as well as the social and cultural factors that affect men in particular.

A Life Skills Curriculum 

***Only offered to program residents in DLBC's Men's Sober Living Home

 How To Escape Your Prison  

Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) is a type of behavioral therapy that aims to reduce the likelihood of someone returning to substance/alcohol abuse. It's often used with people in the criminal justice system who have a history of substance abuse. MRT's goal is to prevent drug-related crimes from being re-offended. 

MRT is based on Erikson's Theory of Personality Development and Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Reasoning. It uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to help people make better decisions for themselves and others, and to promote a positive self-identity.

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W.A.G.E.E.S.

 Work and Gain Education & Employment Skills (WAGEES) is a successful community-based program that facilitates reentry for people under the Colorado Department of Corrections supervision (i.e. parole, transition in Community Corrections) or within in one year from their discharge date. WAGEES Community Partners work in partnership with the Colorado Department of Corrections to help coordinate services and provide opportunities and support for successful reentry. Whether already out on parole or getting ready to come back home, WAGEES Community Partners can help. 

Intake Required*

 The Don’t Look Back Center, in collaboration with Second Chance Center in the City, coordinates with the Denver Sheriff Department to provide the maximum amount of wrap around services to pre-release and post-release clients released from Denver City & County Jail. The goal is to improve the quality of life for every person who comes to us for help. Success is different for every person and each individual has a different timeline. 

Intake Required*