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Harvest House was founded with the goal of preparing residents to re-enter society – a task that requires more than addiction treatment alone. In 1985, Harvest House started the Re-Entry program, which was designed to provide graduates with housing and a continued support system. The distance from the city provided by this location removed a great part of the temptation that residents face to return to the street and their former ways of life. In 1980, Harvest House moved to a more rural setting located on River Road, where the program was able to begin housing 24 residents. Many Harvest House graduates remain embedded in the community by volunteering and offering support to newer residents. This strong tradition of volunteering continues, with volunteers coming in to teach courses, contribute as board members, and assist with fundraising events. Harvest House began with only an Executive Director and two senior residents – all working on a volunteer basis. The first house was an 8-bed residence located on Belmont Avenue in Ottawa South. To rehabilitate young men who are chemically dependent, to instill in them self-discipline, and to reintegrate them into society by an inner change brought about by faith in Jesus Christ. Carrying on this vision, the mission of Harvest House is:
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Harvest House Ministries was founded on Decemby three Christian businessmen, who recognized the need to provide a Christ-centered home for young men struggling with addiction to alcohol and drugs.