Em’s House Foundation was inspired by the life and untimely death of the youngest daughter of our founder, Beckie Watson. Em struggled with mental health and addiction issues through much of her teen years. Despite these challenges, she selflessly gave her time and meager resources to those in need. When Em died tragically of an accidental drug overdose at the age of 20, our founder was determined to find a way to honor her giving spirit and to help the community.
Em's House Foundation was formed to give a hand up to those in recovery who are dedicated to reclaiming their lives.
The road to recovery can be a bumpy one, but stable housing can smooth the way. We provide housing that exceeds national standards for those in recovery. We are certified by the Colorado Agency for Recovery Residences as a Level II recovery residence. Em's House provides a safe, comfortable, and peaceful housing and recovery environment for people who are working to reclaim their lives.
Our houses are located to provide ready access to medical, psychosocial and educational services. All the homes are near public transportation and shopping to help broaden the scope of access.
We believe that finances should never stand in the way of recovery. Most of the clients who move into Em's House rely on public transportation to get to work, to shop for food and essential items, to go to medical and dental appointments, and to attend crucial recovery meetings. They are literally starting over and have little to no financial resources available to them.
We want to provide monthly transit passes for their first 3 months in our recovery/sober living residence to help our clients focus more on their recovery and less on the financial burden recovery can cause. Our residents pay a modest program fee of $850 per month, which includes all furnishings and utilities. Your generous donations help us bridge the gap, ensuring that everyone has access to the transformative power of our program.
Em's House provides the ideal home for healing and gives our residents a second chance. Join us in creating a place where people can recover and create a new life of success and fulfillment.
Our mission is to end housing insecurity for people in recovery by providing safe, affordable, and compassionate transition homes and a program that focuses on the 8 essential skills for adults in recovery.
VISION STATEMENT:
Sometimes people need a second chance. Em’s House Foundation was formed to give a hand up to those who are dedicated to reclaiming their lives. Having a safe, stable place to live —something many of us take for granted—allows our residents to focus on the 8 essential skills for recovery and moving forward. It is a powerful gift.
Founded in 2021, Em's House Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that provides recovery housing and individualized recovery programs to help improve the lives of people in recovery who are committed to staying sober and reclaiming their lives.
Our work is based on a commitment to providing a safe, affordable and compassionate environment for all men.
We are certified by Colorado Recovery Housing as a Level M recovery home.
Since opening in 2021 we have provided over 8,000 recovery residence nights to over 58 residents. During that period 60% have moved on to permanent housing, a crucial step on their path to self-sufficiency and continued sobriety.
Organization name
Em's House Foundation
2021
Tax id (EIN)
87-2115885
Category
Housing & Shelter, Human Services, Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, Public & Societal Benefit
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
121 S Tejon STDenver, CO, US
Aurora, CO, US
Centennial, CO, US