Magdalene House of Charleston

THE PHASES OF MAGDALENE HOUSE of Charleston

The phases of Magdalene House of Charleston are based on spiritual concepts that refer to the various life stages that an individual will experience while living within the recovery community. Participants in the Magdalene House program move through five phases: Initiate, Postulant, Novitiate, Candidate, and Sister of Magdalene.

A resident may participate in the program for up to two years from the time she first enters as an Initiate. Successful completion of each phase is required for a resident to progress to the next phase. Progression through the phases is determined by each resident’s longevity in the program, adherence to program policies and procedures, active participation in community life, and movement through those steps required to reach her personal growth, education and employment goals.

Magdalene’s phases are adapted from the Benedictine monastic community. The model is based on the belief that as we learn to live under a common rule with a spiritual emphasis, we all grow.

CURRENT SERVICES AND GOALS FOR THE FUTURE

Case Management
Educational Opportunities
Inpatient/outpatient treatment referral
Housing and security deposit assistance
Spiritual direction

Housing
Referral Support
Legal support/intervention
Medical dental and vision assistance
Life-skills and building and maintenance
Career direction and job retention

Food Bank
Transportation
Group Sessions
Therapy
Money management
Health and wellness plan

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church • 67 Anson Street • Charleston, SC 29401 • Phone: 843-406-6454 • Email Us