Coming soon! Expected opening early 2026!
We’re excited to share progress on the Westminster Rescue Mission’s newest initiative—a safe space for women in recovery and their children! With support from our amazing partners and community, we’re creating a program that fosters growth, healing, and empowers families to achieve independence.
A Healing Environment
We will provide a stable, structured environment where mothers can live together with their children as they work at maintaining recovery. Our rural farmette environment provides a peaceful respite where our women and children are welcome to participate in the care of the sheep, goats, and chickens.
The program is a supportive recovery residence, not a healthcare facility. It provides a safe and nurturing environment for women to focus on their recovery and build long-term independence while maintaining and strengthening their bond with their child(ren).
Key features include:
Dedicated staffing: The program will be staffed by a Caretaker, House Manager, and Recovery Coordinator/Case Manager.
Small and Family-Oriented: The residence will house two-four mothers and their children with a maximum capacity of eight individuals (including staff) in compliance with zoning regulations.
Localized Support Services: The program will leverage services at the nearby Westminster Rescue Mission, reducing the need for additional traffic or activity in the neighborhood.
RECOVERY GOALS
The recovery residence is designed to equip mothers with the skills, support, and resources they need to rebuild their lives and achieve long-term independence.
Key goals include:
Employment and Continuing Education: Supporting mothers in securing employment or pursuing educational opportunities to enhance their career prospects.
Life Skills Development: Providing training in essential skills such as budgeting, parenting, and healthy living to promote personal and family well-being.
Independent Living Preparation: Guiding mothers to develop the skills necessary for eventual transition to fully independent living outside the recovery residence.
Sober Living Skills: Encouraging and supporting mothers in maintaining sobriety as they navigate daily life and responsibilities.
These goals focus on empowering mothers to create stable, fulfilling lives for themselves and their children.
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
The program will operate under the Maryland Certification of Recovery Residences (MCORR) – Level 3: Supervised, adhering to the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) Quality Standards. These rigorous standards ensure the program maintains a structured, supportive environment for residents.
In addition to meeting state certification requirements, the program will benefit from collaboration with a network of local partners who are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for recovery. These partners include:
- Health systems,
- Government agencies,
- Law enforcement, and
- Mental health organizations.
This combination of certification and community partnership ensures the program operates with accountability, professionalism, and a focus on the well-being of its residents.
Please contact us at WomensRecovery@westminsterrescuemission.org with any questions about the program. We’d love to hear from you! Your insights and collaboration are invaluable as we move forward.
Once again, thank you for your support and for being part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference.
