Tyrone Rhabb, Program Administrator
Email: trhabb@svdpli.org

About Dismas House

For the formerly incarcerated, the process of returning to society can be deeply challenging. Understanding that community level support is crucial to community re-integration and societal transition, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul created the Dismas House Transitional Program. Dismas House is a departure from a traditional institutional setting and is a safe and supportive environment that is structured to address the needs of this marginalized population.

“Jesus … comes to save us from the lie that says no one can change” – Pope Francis

Through a compilation of on-site and outsourced rehabilitation and techniques, including addiction/alcoholism recovery, sobriety maintenance and spiritual guidance, our residents develop the skills required to achieve independence, while acclimating into society. To augment their developing core skills, daily life skills are also taught. Residents are guided through budgeting, time management, conflict resolution and when necessary, table and attire etiquette. Housing assistance is facilitated as the final step toward stabilization and independence for Dismas Houses’ graduating residents.

Though non-sectarian, Dismas House encourages voluntary scripture reading, prayer and the inclusion of other spiritual aspects of recovery. The length of stay to achieve stability and independence depends on individual needs.