Posted by krazy kat on June 25, 2002, at 13:47:51
In reply to http://www.newhopefoundationinc.org/, posted by krazy kat on June 24, 2002, at 18:40:17
I think that's what bothered me about it when i first glanced at it - looks like a place called "charter" school or housing, that was advertised in the 80's in the SW. It was a place parents sent their kids (phil hit it on the head) when they were being troublesome in their teens. that always freaked me out.
term there: yes, "Residents will participate in three graduated 4-month stages" - ahhh!!!!
odd comment on the site: "Tests for biochemical deficiencies and imbalances will be administered" - this can't be done yet, can it?
it's not Catholic, the picture of the Pope is there because the founders attended the "Congress on the Family and Integration of the Disabled, at the Vatican" - that seems a little misleading.
This comment also bothered me: "Son Could Benefit from New Hope -- My 26 year old son is diagnosed schizophrenic, has been in and out of hospitals for 14 years. Currently in state-supported halfway house near mother (divorced). Modest "life skills" program, but over-medicated, smoking environment with no nutritional component. I heartily agree that the first step toward recovery is to remove factors (smoking, etc.) known to make things worse.
Father, Silver Spring, MD"Hold on here. We mentally ill are adults despite our diseases. Can you imagine what that son might feel when he goes into that sterile environment? Perhaps smoking helps his tremors. Perhaps it's a social thing. Perhaps it's something to look forward to.
I guess the hair on the back of my neck was raised because it seems like a prison (you have to live on-campus). Once they get you in there, you're there to stay. And no chocolate cake for dessert! ;)
Thanks for the replies - they were insightful.
- kk
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