Omega House : Residential

About Omega House

Omega House offers the following:

  • Safe and supportive housing a drug and alcohol free environment
  • Case management and supportive services
  • Referrals to substance abuse and HIV related counseling
  • Staff with experience and knowledge of HIV/AIDS and recovery issues

Guidelines for Omega House

Omega House is a clean and sober residence for 10 men and women living with HIV/AIDS.  A resident may stay indefinitely, unless s/he chooses to leave, does not comply with program rules or is in need of a higher level of medical care than Omega House can provide.

Criteria for Acceptance:

  • Residents must be ambulatory and have documentation from a primary care of HIV-positive and TB status.
  • Residents must be at least 18 years old (16 if emancipated) and willing to make a commitment to staying clean and sober while living at the residence.

Upon Admission:

  • Residents must complete 90 meetings (AA/NA) in 90 days, and 3 a week thereafter.  AA/NA attendance is mandatory.
  • Each month, residents pay 30% of their income, plus a $50 “living expense” fee which covers utilities, cable TV, etc.  Residents are given an equal share of all Connecticut Food Bank groceries.
  • Residents are responsible for paying for their personal care needs.
  • Residents must complete 20 hours a week of “gainful activity.”   This could mean: employment, volunteering, taking classes, etc.
  • Residents are subject to random urinalysis.
  • Residents must attend a weekly “house” meeting and be able to live cooperatively with others.

Individuals who will not be accepted for admission are:

  • Individuals in need of emergency psychiatric care or detoxification.
  • Individuals who are at a high risk of responding with physical violence.
  • Individuals with needs beyond the capacity of the staff and program.
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