Residential Program Center
The format and structure of the Residential Program Center (RPC) in Arlington, Virginia reflects the innovative thinking of Arlington County government and Volunteers of America Chesapeake. Combining three crucial services – non-medical detoxification, recovery and homeless services for single adults – RPC provides much needed substance abuse support and shelter all under one roof.
Within this unique program, a 12-bed Detoxification Unit provides social model detoxification services for up to 14 days; a 12-bed Early Recovery Unit provides intensive post-detoxification treatment services for up to three months; and a 44-bed shelter which provides hi-intensity case management, education, training and referral services for single adults. Because of the Shelter’s residential nature and since there are no time limits for clients, case managers and staff members have the capacity to build strong relationships with clients.
RPC is the only 24-hour program of this caliber in Arlington County and often runs at 99% utilization. Volunteer of America Chesapeake is also the only nonprofit to hold this contract with Arlington County Department of Human Services since the program’s inception in 1994.
One of the program’s greatest strengths is its rich volunteer base. Last year, more than 500 volunteers shared 1600+ hours of service within the three programs. In addition to community neighbors extending a helping hand, student interns from Marymount University in Arlington assist with services for the mentally challenged.
Most recently, RPC took the position of home base to support Volunteers of America’s Action Team in the Chesapeake Region, a national program that brings together Major League Baseball Players and local high school students to promote volunteerism among youth.
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1554 Columbia Pike : Arlington, Virginia 22204 : 703-228-0022
Want to help - here are our immediate needs!
Towels
Soap
Shampoo
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Shower Shoes
Volunteers can help by facilitating:
Game/Bingo Night
Movie Night - Must be redemption themes
Arts/Crafts
Organize our clothing closet and prepare hygeine bags