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Who Are We?
Mission Unity is a 501(c)3
tax exempt organization that operates residential facilities for single
adults who have become homeless as a result of substance abuse and
addiction.
What Do We Provide?
A safe, stable, sober,
supportive group setting for persons who express a commitment to complete
abstinence from substance abuse and recovery from addiction. Mission Unity
does not attempt to directly provide professional substance abuse
counseling.
Why Does It Work?
An abuse free family group home provides the stability
needed for an addict to begin rebuilding their life. When the basic human
needs for food, shelter, and companionship are provided, then the afflicted
can focus on the spiritual and emotional aspects of recovery.
How Did It Start?
Mission Unity was
incorporated as a Florida not-for-profit corporation in May of 2002. Since
that time it has successfully operated a residential facility in Port
Charlotte, Florida, facilitating a significant number of persons
back into substance free independent living. The program was begun with a
small amount of seed money from concerned and committed community citizens
and nominal contributions from residents to cover the cost of food,
utilities and housing maintenance. Mission Unity has been gratified by the
support of the United Way of Charlotte County, The Charlotte County
Homeless Coalition, related Departments of the Charlotte County
Government, the Florida Department of Children and Families and numerous
area churches and private individuals. On
April, 2004, Mission Unity was granted 501(c)3 status by the Internal Revenue
Service as a tax exempt organization, whereby grantors and contributors
may deduct contributions to our organization. In May of 2004, with the
assistance of a grant from the Florida Department of Children and
Families, Mission Unity completed construction and dedication of a new 16
bed facility in nearby Murdock, Florida to serve more of those in need. A
third house is now operational to enable us to better serve the currenlty
underserved female population in our area. About
Our Founder The
program was founded and is directed by James O. Byrom, a Certified
Associate Addictions Professional. Mr. Byrom is a former United States
Marine and a former addict with thirteen years of sobriety and more than
2000 hours of experience in substance abuse counseling. He has dedicated
his life to helping people through the recovery process. His past experience
with his own addiction provides both a common bond with residents, and in
the face of hopelessness, serves to say that recovery is indeed possible. How
Are We Supported? Support
is provided in part by the residents of Mission Unity, by community
organizations, and by part county and state organizations. This support,
however, does not cover the total costs of our operation and the
charitable services that must be provided to meet the needs of those who
have committed to their recovery from addiction. Your support is much
needed to continue and to expand our work. Tax deductable donations may be
sent to: Mission
Unity
3512 Depew Circle
Port
Charlotte, Fl 33952 Thank
you and God Bless you ! |