Harm reduction camp
The camp will include essential amenities such as heating and cooling stations, restrooms, laundry facilities, and recycling options. We will utilize a combination of solar, wind, and traditional electrical power to promote sustainability and responsible resource use. Similar encampments are appearing across the nation, often raising concerns within communities. Our model seeks to address these concerns by providing structure, support, and humane alternatives that prioritize both safety and dignity.
During extreme weather, sleeping will not be permitted in the heating or cooling stations or restrooms. Instead, guests will be encouraged—and supported—to transition into our wet shelter, where they may stay as often as needed. We view this not as enabling, but as empowering: offering a safe option while building trust with individuals who may have experienced stigma, trauma, or fear associated with traditional shelters.
Our approach centers on recognizing each person’s potential and validating their experiences. By providing consistent compassion, respect, and nonjudgmental engagement, we believe meaningful breakthroughs are possible. The camp will be staffed by professionals from a variety of disciplines who will regularly walk the grounds, build relationships, and lead with humility and example—demonstrating that hope and change are always within reach.
Wet-shelter
Our wet shelter will provide secure lockers so guests can safely store their belongings, including backpacks and personal items. Our goal is not to police individuals, but to offer a safe, welcoming environment where guests can shower, change into clean clothing, rest, eat, and experience a sense of dignity and security.
All staff members will receive training in detox support, overdose awareness, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed care, and language-appropriate communication. Our approach is grounded in the belief that every person is inherently valuable—long before any struggle or circumstance they may be facing. We recognize that individuals are often made to feel like they are the problem, rather than that they have a problem. This mindset has caused deep harm, and we are committed to changing that narrative.
We also believe in keeping families together whenever possible, regardless of marital status. Separation does not address the underlying issues; however, meeting individuals and families with compassion, safety, and respect opens the door to new possibilities and healthier long-term outcomes.
For those who choose to pursue longer-term stability and growth, our Rescue Story Ranches will offer the next step—providing a supportive, structured environment designed for continued healing, empowerment, and transformation.
Rescue Story Ranches
Our Rescue Story Ranches will provide a longer-term residential environment designed to support healing, growth, and purposeful living. Located in natural settings and shared with rescued, formerly abused, or neglected animals, the ranches will offer a restorative atmosphere that encourages connection, responsibility, and renewed hope. The ranch model is built on Four Pillars: provision, placement with purpose, partnership & preparation, and purposeful living.
Preparation, ultimately, is our goal. We aim to help each individual cultivate a meaningful, sustainable life by exploring personal interests and potential career pathways—whether in trades such as mechanics or cosmetology, or in other fields that spark passion and purpose. We believe that purpose is essential to a fulfilling life.
Through volunteer-led instruction, skill-building opportunities, and hands-on field training, participants will have opportunities to develop competencies that can generate income and foster long-term stability. This approach also supports successful community reintegration by helping individuals gain confidence, identify their strengths, and use their gifts in meaningful ways.
Utilizing the Four Pillars
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Provision – Ensuring all basic needs are met: safety, food, water, clothing, and access to clean facilities.
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Placement with Purpose – Helping individuals reconnect with their identity and sense of meaning after trauma or prolonged survival.
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Partnership and Preparation – Providing support, mentorship, and guidance; long-term sustainability requires community and preparation.
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Purposeful Living – Supporting individuals in discovering a life worth living by identifying passions and talents.
Residents can explore interests such as music, mechanics, cosmetology, gardening, welding, and more. We will partner with skilled volunteers and professionals to offer training opportunities that lead to practical skills, income potential, and long-term independence.
This process helps individuals reintegrate into their communities with confidence—no longer seeing themselves as a burden, but as valued contributors with meaningful gifts to offer.
Connecting with other non-profits for longer-term housing
Once an individual or family has completed their stay—recognizing that the duration will vary based on each person’s unique needs—we will support their transition into stable housing, meaningful employment, and ongoing community connection. Our commitment does not end when they leave our program; continued support is essential to long-term success.
Too often, traditional approaches have prioritized housing before addressing the underlying issues that contribute to instability. This backward sequence can result in the rapid depletion of resources without achieving lasting change. By first focusing on healing, purpose, and preparation, we ensure that when individuals are housed, they are truly equipped to maintain stability and thrive.
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