Extension Inc - Mens Campus
Overview
The Extension Inc. - Men's Campus offers a structured, no-cost residential recovery program for men facing homelessness and substance use disorders. The 9-12 month program requires full-time employment while providing 33 hours of therapy per week in the orientation phase. Treatments include CBT, DBT, relapse prevention, and life skills training. The 80-bed facility features a fitness center, multipurpose classrooms, and a strong alumni network for long-term support. Priority is given to individuals using substances intravenously. Admission requires a pre-screen assessment and interview.
Ages Served
- Adults (Ages 26-64)
- Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Genders Accepted
- Male
Languages Served
- English
Treatment
- Long-term residential
Special Programs
- Service members
- Adult men
- Court referrals
- Military families
- Past domestic violence
- Past sexual abuse
- Past trauma
- HIV/AIDS
- Veterans
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Comprehensive, No-Cost Entry with Work Requirement
- No upfront cost for entry
- Residents contribute a portion of income after securing employment
- Structured savings and financial management program to encourage independence
Structured, Evidence-Based Treatment Approach
- 9-12 month residential program
- 33 hours of therapy per week on the orientation phase
- Evidence-based treatment methods:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Gorski Relapse Prevention
- 12-Step Facilitation
Strong Focus on Long-Term Stability & Community Support
- Active Alumni Association for mentorship and community reintegration
- Residents must maintain full-time employment during treatment
Amenities, Activities & Experience
- 80-bed men's campus
- Newly expanded facility (Completed in 2023)
- 22,000 sqft
- Commercial-grade kitchen
- Fitness center
- Multipurpose classrooms
- Common areas for meetings and social activities
- Social & Recreational Activities:
- Yoga, sober retreats, sports leagues
- Community service opportunities
- Structured alumni mentoring program
Treatments Offered
- Primary Focus: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment
- Treatment Components:
- Individual Therapy (weekly)
- Group Therapy (daily)
- Family Counseling
- Relapse Prevention Therapy
- Co-Dependence & Boundaries Therapy
- Anger Management for SUD Clients
- Life Skills & Financial Literacy
- Recovery 101 & 102 Psychoeducation
- Meditation & Mindfulness Practices
- Medical & Psychiatric Support:
- Access to medical doctors and chiropractic care
- Psychiatric evaluations available
- Employment & Financial Coaching:
- Residents must work full-time while in treatment
- Structured financial management with mandatory savings
Target Audience
- Men (age 25 and older)
- Experiencing homelessness
- Diagnosed with a substance use disorder
- Medically stable & able to work full-time
- Seeking a long-term, structured recovery program
- Priority given to individuals who use substances intravenously
Exclusions: - Requires detoxification (must be medically stable before admission)
- Severe mental illness requiring 24/7 supervision
- Registered sex offenders not accepted
Insurance & Payment Information
- No insurance required; self-pay program
- Sliding scale payment options available
- Residents contribute 20%-30% of income toward program costs
- Referrals provided for those needing insurance-based treatment
Key Staff Members
- Tyler M. Driver – Executive Director (30+ years in service)
- Denise Jones, CACI, NCAC, SAP, MATS – Men’s Program Director (19+ years in addiction treatment)
- Christina Kight, LCSW, CAMS-II, MATS – Clinical Director (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 10+ years in behavioral health)
- Mary Jean Millikan, RN, CARN, MATS – Nurse Manager (35+ years in nursing, Certified Addiction Nurse)
- Kenneth Adams, CACI – Addiction Counselor (Extension alumnus, Certified Addiction Counselor)
Admissions Process
- Pre-Screen Assessment (valid for 30 days)
- Face-to-face interview with two counselors
- Waiting list placement if no immediate bed availability
- Referrals provided for those not meeting eligibility
Cost and Insurance
Cost
$ - Low Cost Facility
Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.
Financial Assistance
- Does not offer Free
- Does offer Payment assistance
- Does not offer Sliding fee scale
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Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Long-term residential
Treatment Approaches
- 12-step program support
- Anger control support
- Brief intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Incentive-based therapy
- Matrix Model program
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Counseling and Education
- Couples counseling
- Family therapy
- General health education services
- Group therapy
- Hepatitis education and support
- HIV/AIDS education and support
- One-on-one counseling
- Substance use education
- Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling
Transition Support
- Discharge and next steps planning
- Ongoing recovery care
- Overdose prevention and naloxone education
- Post-discharge follow-up
Testing & Pre-Treatment
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Comprehensive health checkup
- Mental health screening
- Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use assessment
- Temporary support for clients
- Tobacco use assessment
- Tuberculosis screening
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Medication-Based Treatments
- Acamprosate (Campral)
- Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
- Medication for mental disorders
- Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
- Naltrexone (oral)
- Nicotine replacement
- Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Amenities and Experiences
Amenities
- Fitness center
- Access to nature
Room Amenities
- Air conditioned rooms
- Outdoor space
- Private rooms
- Shared bathroom
- Shared room options
Activities
- AA/NA Meetings
- Yoga
- Fitness activities
- Gender-specific support groups
- Job training
- Life skills workshops
- Volunteering opportunities
Settings
- City
Policies
- No vaping allowed
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
Ownership Type
- Non-profit
Quality and Trust
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
CARF reviews rehab programs to make sure they provide respectful, effective, and personalized care. For addiction treatment, CARF uses standards developed with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), so this accreditation shows the program follows trusted, evidence-based guidelines for treating substance use.
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