1. Do I qualify?

To qualify for the program you need to:

1. Be aged between 18-40.
2. Be a British citizen and able to receive state benefits.
3. Have a drug or alcohol problem.
4. Be able to stop all medication, such as: illegal drugs, substitutes, sleeping tablets, anti-psychotics or anti-depressants.
5. Be willing to consider the Christian faith.
6. Be able to take part in all aspects of the program.

2. How do I pay?

The cost of your stay with Teen Challenge is covered by a variety of different sources. Applications are made on your behalf for Income Support and Housing Benefit upon entry to Teen Challenge.

3. How do I get in?

After you complete an application form bring it to the office in Newport or send it direct to Teen Challenge UK at the address on the form. Your form will be assessed by staff who will contact you to arrange an interview if our program is suited to your needs. The length of time it takes to get on the program varies according to availability of places. We understand that some may feel their need is great, however everyone who comes to Teen Challenge is in desperate need of help. Once your name is on the waiting list you will be required to phone in every day Mon-Fri to confirm that you are still interested in coming on the program. If you fail to call in your place may be given to the next person on the waiting list.

Teen Challenge Newport can provide transport to and from the rehab centres for interviews and admissions for local clients.

4. What will I need?

Upon entry you will need the following:

1. A travel deposit of £50 to be used should you leave the program.
2. Any official documents: i.e. driving licence, passport, birth certificate, or any other paperwork.
3. A benefit book or standard computer letter stating which benefit you are in receipt of or a personal letter from the local DWP office stating you are in receipt of benefit.
4. Your National Insurance number.
5. We will need also to notify the local DWP office or Jobcentre of your new address.

5. Anything Else?

There are a few things to consider before coming to Teen Challenge:

1. Drugs and Alcohol are strictly forbidden. Cigarettes are also not allowed.
2. Health and safety issues are considered very important throughout the whole service of Teen Challenge.
3. There is a dress code at the centres and we ask that you do not bring any clothing depicting or advertising alcohol or drugs. We also ask that men remove any earings and studs.
4. Long hair is not permitted in the male centre.
5. If offered a place you will be searched and you belongings checked by staff upon arrival.
6. During the course of your stay on the program, you will be required to complete a course of studies that involve reading and writing skills, however help will be provided if you have difficulty in this area.

Please call in the office and someone will talk with you and fill in an Application Form - there is no guarantee that you will be put or refered to Teen Challenge UK, as spaces are limited at all rehab locations - but we will do our best.