VOA Recovery - Shelby Mens Recovery Center

Men-Only Residential Recovery

The center provides a men-only residential setting where recovery is built on shared experience and support from peers facing similar challenges. Living alongside other men is designed to create a sense of brotherhood that helps reduce isolation and creates a safe space to be open about struggles. Clients participate in therapy, daily routines, and community activities together, learning to rebuild trust and responsibility in an environment free from stigma. This focused approach allows men to strengthen bonds and develop the tools needed to return to their families and communities with confidence.

Treatment for Opioid Addiction

Specialized care is offered for men recovering from opioid addiction. This involves a combination of medications for addiction treatment (MAT) and focused counseling. Medications such as buprenorphine and naltrexone are available to reduce cravings, prevent relapse, and support long-term stability. These evidence-based treatments are delivered alongside individual and group therapy, where clients address the root causes of substance use and learn healthy coping skills. Peer Support Specialists, many with lived experience in recovery, help men stay engaged and motivated to stay on the path to sustained recovery.

12-Step and Spiritual Care

The center integrates 12-step facilitation and optional spiritual support into its treatment model, recognizing the role that faith and fellowship can play in recovery. Clients participate in on-site Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings, where they can build strong, ongoing connections with others. For those who choose, spiritual services and values-based discussions are available. This approach allows men to explore both practical recovery tools and personal beliefs in a respectful, nonjudgmental environment.

Practical Long-Term Support

Discharge planning begins on the first day a client enters the program. Staff work closely with men to create an aftercare plan that works for their individual needs and goals. This can include sober housing, referrals to outpatient care, and connection to recovery groups in the community. Ongoing supports such as alumni meetings, mentoring, and recovery coaching, are available to help clients stay engaged after they transition out of residential care. Vocational training, employment counseling, and workshops focused on practical life skills further prepare clients for success after leaving treatment.

Two-Phase, Outcome-Driven Program

The program follows a two-phase approach rooted in the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) standards. In the first phase, men participate in intensive residential care focused on establishing a foundation for recovery. The second phase supports reintegration, with greater independence and preparation for community living. Stays are not limited to a set number of days. Instead, progress determines the length of treatment, allowing each client to move forward at their own pace.

Client Reviews

Many clients highlight supportive staff and meaningful recovery experiences, while a few raise concerns about structure and consistency.

• Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Clients often describe the staff as kind, knowledgeable, and deeply committed, with several noting that many team members are in recovery themselves. "The staff at VOA was very instrumental in my recovery."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (80% positive): Reviews frequently mention lasting progress, from gaining tools for sobriety to celebrating months of recovery. Some report negative experiences with program rules or inconsistent schedules. "I was in this program for 90 days, I loved it."
• Support & Community: Many note the sense of connection with peers and encouragement that continues after discharge. "Made a lot of great friends there. Fun times!"
• Facility & Environment: A number of clients comment on cleanliness and a safe environment, though occasional concerns were raised about incidents during stays.
• Access & Process: Some highlight helpful admissions staff and clear communication, while a few express frustration about unexpected rule enforcement or disciplinary actions.