Our Joining Criteria

We welcome referrals from men anywhere in the UK who are ready to engage with an abstinence based residential programme and who want to make positive changes in their lives.

We can help if you answer yes to the following:

• You are a man aged 18 or over

• You have problems with substance misuse or addiction

• You are eligible to claim Housing Benefit

• You are willing to remain abstinent from drugs and alcohol

• You are being referred from the community or in preparation for release from prison

We are unable to accept referrals where there is:

• A history of sexual offences

• A history of arson

• No entitlement to Housing Benefit

• Severe mental health difficulties such as active psychosis

• A recent history of serious violence

These criteria are in place to protect the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff and the wider community. If you are unsure about any aspect of eligibility, our team is happy to discuss individual circumstances.

If you would like to join Nehemiah, the first step is to complete an application form. You can find out how below.