History
Project Transition began in 1982 as an effort to help one person with serious and mental illness (SMI) get his life back - more accurately, to find a way for life to have a more favorable meaning to him in the wake of many psychiatric hospitalizations. At the time, long-term hospital care for persons with SMI was the norm. Often, discharged patients were still symptomatic and vulnerable to psychiatric and addictive relapse. They (and their family members) were demoralized. Additionally, many of these patients seemed unable - without significant support - to generate essential relationships, belonging, membership in social networks, and to participate in work, school, and play.
Specialties
Community-Based Treatment for Adults with Mental Illness For over thirty-two years, Project Transition has provided hope and healing to those with serious mental illness. Our residential programs promote sustainable recovery for adults 18 and older who come from diverse backgrounds. Each of our locations are situated in an open apartment setting which helps to promote the process of community re-integration. We work with individuals diagnosed with various psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders who have often felt failed by more traditional treatment interventions. Project Transition holds a strong belief in the core tenants of Recovery. Our value of