Esther Residence Women helping Women 27 Thornton Avenue, Saco 04072 207-283-0323 estherres@gwi.net
What is Esther Residence?
A transitional program for women who are leaving incarceration and/or treatment program. Esther Residence provides a safe, nurturing community that is based on safety, respect and dignity. It focuses on assisting each woman in identifying and celebrating her strengths and gifts.
The home is a bridge that promotes healthy connections to family (when appropriate) and to the larger community. Esther Residence also provides short-term housing for women who are awaiting admission to another level of substance abuse treatment.
What are the Benefits?
Support, encouragement and assistance in adjusting to one's new reality.
Help in contacting community resources.
Assistance in securing employment or schooling.
Development of healthy leisure skills and activities.
Safe and sober home.
Opportunity to plan for independent living.
Spacious private rooms.
On the bus line.
Duration can be up to two years.
What are the Requirements?
Age 20 or older
Be drug and alcohol free and submit to random testing.
Attend support groups in the local community.
Participate in household responsibilities.
Live with two other residents and three staff members.
Participate in daily reflection sessions that are non-denominational.