Dec. 21 -- GREENSBURG -- The Decatur County United Fund Board of Directors recently approved $7,200 towards the Speranza House Broadway location to help cover expenses until state funding is received. This is a one-time gift.
United Fund and Speranza House believe every woman deserves the opportunity to begin her recovery journey without financial hardship as a barrier. Speranza's short-term scholarship program helps cover the cost of five women housed in their newly opened facility.
Speranza House has currently applied for certification by the state to receive state funding. Due to the timeline and waiting period for state funding, this support is pivotal to help these women take their first step to a healthier, sober and fulfilling life.
This partnership demonstrates how working together the two organizations can provide the tools to rebuild individuals lives and for them to contribute positively to our community.
The latest statistics show 137 women have improved their lives and worked to overcome their addiction and seek recovery with the help from Speranza House; 87% are in active recovery with their average length of stay at 126 days, and 83 women are employed.
Decatur County United Fund Executive Director Joane Cunningham said, "As a community and with the help of United Fund, we support 16 funded partners, providing valuable resources in keeping families healthy, supporting educational programs and financial stability for all. Speranza House is one of these 16 partners and continues to expand and provide valuable services to those in our community. It is amazing to see Speranza House work with women in recovery. This expansion is a perfect example of the high priority to meet these specific recovery needs. I am very proud of the funded partner, their strong board, and due diligence to provide valuable resources."
Speranza House is a women's faith-based sober living home whose mission is to provide a nurturing, sober, home-like environment to women who are struggling with addiction.
Founded in 2018, Speranza House provides a structured 9 to 12 month program including individual and group counseling and covers critical areas such as life skills, financial literacy, women's trauma, healthy relationships, 12-step programming, nutritional planning, time management, money management and stress management.
They currently have two homes, Speranza Central and the newly opened Speranza Broadway.
If you or someone you know is in need of support addressing substance abuse recovery, contact Speranza House at 812-222-0079 option 3 or email [email protected].
Decatur County United Fund's 16 supported partners are listed at www.dcuf.com.