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FAQ'S

Q: WHAT SHOULD I BRING INTO THE PROGRAM WITH ME?

A: Clothing, toiletries, and any personal items you wish to bring with you. Keep in mind you will have to store all personal items in your space so please do not overpack. All belongs should be able to fit into two 68L totes.

Q: DO YOU ACCEPT CLIENTS ON OPIOID AGONIST (OAT) TREATMENT I.E.
Methadone, Suboxone etc?

A: Generally, “no” but we may make exceptions on a case-by-case basis
providing the participant agrees to the following,
       1) actively pursue “weaning off” the OAT program during their stay at RAFSJ
           under the supervision of their physician.
       2) fully participate in all aspects of the program.

Q: HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE HOUSED IN THE PROGRAM?

A. At this time we can house up to six (6) women in our program.

Q: IS THERE A WAITLIST TO GET INTO THE PROGRAM?

A. Yes, you can complete a Request for Admission application form on our
website. Our office will usually contact you within a couple of days time.

Q: DO YOU ACCEPT APPLICANTS THAT IDENTIFY AS TRANSGENDER IN YOUR
PROGRAM?

A: No, our current program is designed to serve biological females only.

Q: DO I HAVE TO EITHER BE OR BECOME A CHRISTIAN TO PARTICIPATE IN
YOUR PROGRAM?

A: No, our current program is designed to serve those seeking freedom from their
“cycles of defeat”.

Q: DO WE HAVE MANY FREEDOMS WHILE IN THE PROGRAM?

A: Outside of scheduled programming, you will eventually have freedom to go about your
life as you see fit so long as it does not violate program requirements and rules after a transitional period. After the transitional period, you will be able to leave the facility with pre-approved people that support what you are accomplishing at RAFSJ. We strictly enforce a daily curfew to ensure the safety of all our program participants.

Q: HOW MUCH DOES THE PROGRAM COST?

A: $1800 a month + a one-time $350.00 damage deposit and $100 supplies fee.
This excludes items such as transportation including cabs and bus
fares, cigarettes, toiletries and personal items.

Q: IS THERE FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE TO COVER THE COST OF THE
PROGRAM?

A: Eventually, yes. Income Assistance through the Province of BC should you meet the
prerequisites. A staff member can assist you with the process of receiving
financial aid if you haven't already done so before being admitted into the
program.

Q: ARE THERE RESTRICTIONS ON WHAT I CAN BRING WITH ME?

A: No cooking items (toasters, coffee makers, air fryers, etc.), heaters, heated blankets, candles, wax warmers, incense burners, microwavable heat packs, heat lamps, animals, weapons (pocket knives, etc.), mouthwash with alcohol, pornography, marijuana-related medications including CBD oil and THC, steroids, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or drugs, etc.

Q: CAN I KEEP MY PHONE?

A: Yes, but you will have to follow the rules regarding cellphone usage.

Q: CAN I BRING MY OWN VEHICLE?

A: Yes, but you must park it in a designated parking area. No fluid i.e oil leaks
allowed. Broken down vehicles must be removed as soon as they become non-
operational or it will be towed at the owners expense.
No speeding on the property. Maximum speed allowed is 20km/hr.

Q: CAN I SMOKE/VAPE?

A: Yes, not in the facility but in the designated smoking area.

Q: AM I ALLOWED TO VISIT FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHILE IN THE PROGRAM?

A: You may visit pre-approved friends and family offsite, if it doesn't interfere with your program.
All visits must be pre-approved through your Case Worker.

Q: WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION?

A: 10-days clean time, successful application and interview process, and clean
drug and breathalyzer tests upon admission.

Q: WHAT DOES RISING ABOVE PROVIDE FOR THE RESIDENT ROOMS?

A: We provide a pillow, bedding, a towel set (1 bath towel, 1 hand towel, 1 face cloth), a laundry basket, hand soap, cleaning supplies, a small safe for keeping valuables and medications, furniture (desk, chair, vanity, bed, mattress), 16 hangers (if you need more than that you can bring more).

If there's a question you have that's not listed above, please submit it by filling out the below form and we would be happy to answer it for you!

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