Windsor Life Centre Ministries is a registered Canadian charity (Business Registration Number: 815465851RR0001) providing long-term residential addiction recovery programs for women. Established to address substance abuse and trauma, the organization employs a holistic, phase-oriented treatment model focused on individualized care.

Overview

The centre operates as a faith-based therapeutic environment, emphasizing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Its mission centers on equipping residents with tools to achieve sustainable recovery and reintegration into their communities.

Program Structure

The recovery program consists of three phases:

1. Stability: Initial stabilization and assessment of individual needs.
2. Working: Intensive therapy, education on boundaries, codependency, and relapse prevention, alongside faith-based counseling.
3. Transition: Graduates may access extended housing with accountability support for up to 12 months post-program to reinforce independent living skills.

Methodology

Using a biopsychosocial framework, the centre addresses root causes of addiction through trauma-informed care, combining clinical practices with spiritual guidance. Educational components focus on mental health, life skills, and relapse prevention.

Governance and Funding

As a registered charity, Windsor Life Centre relies on donor support to fund its operations. It offers tax-deductible donation options through platforms like CanadaHelps and Benevity, emphasizing transparency and compliance with Canada Revenue Agency standards.

History

Founded by Catherine Ciaramitaro, whose personal experiences with addiction’s impacts influenced the centre’s creation, the organization has prioritized tailored, long-term recovery solutions since its inception. Programs aim to break generational cycles of addiction through comprehensive care.