# The Refuge Ohio

> A Christian addiction recovery program for men in Columbus, Ohio. No upfront cost to enter. Certified by the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, Ohio Recovery Housing, and ECFA. Serving Ohio since 1999.

The Refuge Ohio is a faith-based, non-profit residential recovery ministry for men
struggling with addiction. The program moves through four phases; length is
determined case by case. Medicaid is billed, with limited pro bono support when
needed. Intake line: 614-991-0131.

## For men seeking help

- [I Need Help](/i-need-help): How to start recovery at The Refuge.
- [What to Expect](/i-need-help/what-to-expect): Daily life, rules, and arrival.
- [The Program](/i-need-help/program): The four phases of recovery.
- [Stages of Addiction](/i-need-help/stages-of-addiction): Understanding where you are.
- [Am I Ready?](/i-need-help/am-i-ready): A short self-reflection.
- [Prescreen](/i-need-help/prescreen): Begin the intake prescreen.

## For families

- [For Family](/family): Support for loved ones of men in addiction.
- [Starter Kit](/family/starter-kit): First steps for families.
- [How to Talk](/family/how-to-talk): Conversations that help.
- [Recognizing the Signs](/family/recognizing-the-signs): Warning signs of addiction.
- [While He Is Here](/family/while-he-is-here): Visits, calls, and expectations.
- [Family Day](/family/family-day): What Family Day looks like.
- [Support for You](/family/support-for-you): Care for the family.
- [Book a Call](/family/book-a-call): Talk with our team.

## For providers and referral partners

- [For Providers](/providers): Referral information for clinicians and case workers.
- [Eligibility](/providers/eligibility): Who we can accept.
- [Refer a Client](/providers/refer-a-client): Submit a referral.
- [After Referral](/providers/after-referral): What happens next.
- [Provider FAQ](/providers/faq): Common referral questions.

## For churches and ministries

- [For Churches](/ministries): Partnering with The Refuge.
- [Partnership](/ministries/partnership): Ministry, prayer, and financial support.
- [Speakers](/ministries/speakers): Request a speaker or testimony.
- [Help for Your Congregation](/ministries/congregation-help): Guidance for referring someone.

## About

- [About The Refuge](/about): Mission, history, and approach.
- [Our Team](/team): Leadership and staff.
- [Stories](/stories): Alumni testimonies.
- [Transparency](/transparency): Outcomes, governance, and financials.
- [FAQ](/faq): Common questions.
- [Contact](/contact): Get in touch.
- [Donate](/donate): Support the ministry.

## Optional

- [Blog](/blog): News and updates.
- [Teaching](/teaching): Teaching videos.
- [Resources](/resources): Recovery resources.
- [Accessibility](/accessibility): Accessibility statement.