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Founded in 2003 by Dennis Haut in Davenport, Iowa, Unity House of Davenport is a sober living community for men. Haut, who got clean and sober in 2000, was inspired to open Unity House after he volunteered to go over to Iraq as a Department of Defense civilian. While he was in the Middle East, he helped install armor and fix air conditioning on the military Humvees. Ultimately, after experiencing such oppressive living conditions, he felt an overwhelming sense of appreciation for what he had back home. When he returned to the States, he was inspired to open Unity House, so that he could help other men find the gratitude and serenity he had discovered. The first house that opened was filled in one day, and Unity House has expanded to include seven houses, with a 65-bed capacity. Recently, Unity House was granted a non-profit status.

Accommodations and Amenities

The houses all have different exteriors, ranging from bungalow to Colonial-style influences. At Unity House, there is a firm belief that isolation is detrimental and can potentially cause relapse. With this in mind, clients share double or triple occupancy rooms. Bedrooms include bunk beds, dressers and nightstands.

While residents are responsible for their own groceries, no one goes without food. Unity House receives ample donations of meat from a local market on a weekly basis. Some clients qualify for food stamps, and assistance is provided with the application process. Those in need of clothing are also provided donations. Amenities include a washer, dryer, bedding and all utilities. Each house has a live-in residential manager.

Rules and Regulations

Prior to admittance, clients must have completed a medical detox, if necessary. They undergo a comprehensive interview with staff to ensure that Unity House is a good fit. Average length of stay is between three and five months, but some clients have stayed at Unity House for longer than a year.

Requirements include attending a minimum of three weekly 12-step meetings, getting a sponsor, working the steps and performing assigned household chores. Clients are expected to be out of the house during the weekdays, between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm, looking for work, going to meetings, volunteering and getting actively involved in a 12-step fellowship.

During the first 30 days, which is known as the transitional period, clients have a 10:30 pm curfew seven days a week. This is enforced so that the men can build friendships. After that time, the curfew is midnight seven days a week. Residents must also attend a weekly house meeting, where they share among peers. At Unity House, a zero tolerance policy is enforced. Random drug and alcohol screenings are conducted. Residents who relapse are dismissed from the premises.

Extras

As a non-profit organization, Unity House accepts donations to offset costs, and to help residents.

In Summary

With Haut at the helm, Unity House has an old school AA charm. He truly believes that with a sense of unity, men will find purpose and meaning in their lives in recovery. There is a strong sense of empathy at Unity House. For clients seeking affordable sober living that provides solid fellowship, Unity House is the perfect match.

Unity House of Davenport
2341 E Pleasant St
Davenport, IA 52803

Unity House of Davenport: $365 (30 days). Reach Unity House of Davenport by phone at (563) 210-1513 or by email at dennis.haut@unityhouseofdavenport.org. Find Unity House on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter

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