Stepping Stones to Recovery is a structured, faith-based residential addiction treatment program for men located in Great Bend, Kansas, proudly serving individuals across Barton County and Central Kansas. We specialize in court-referred and Senate Bill 123 (SB 123) treatment, providing a safe, supportive, and highly structured environment where men can rebuild their lives, develop accountability, and achieve lasting recovery.

Our program is:

• KDADS approved treatment center in Kansas
• KSSC approved substance abuse program
• Designed specifically for men in recovery
• Focused on long-term behavioral change and life skills

Located at 2219 16th Street in Great Bend, our eight-man residential recovery program offers a focused, distraction-free setting where individuals can commit fully to the recovery process.

Our Philosophy

We believe that substance use disorder is treatable, and that every individual has the ability to change, grow, and reclaim their life. Our approach includes:

• Evidence-based recovery curriculum
• Cognitive and behavioral change strategies
• Individualized support based on readiness
• A full continuum of care (Level I, II, III.3)

We address the whole person, including:

• Emotional health
• Cognitive function
• Physical well-being
• Behavioral patterns

We also connect residents to:

• Behavioral Health
• Healthcare providers
• Social services
• Faith and community support systems

Through structure, consistency, and support, we help individuals:

✔ Build resilience
✔ Develop life skills
✔ Reduce substance use harm
✔ Improve quality of life

A Structured Residential Recovery Program

At Stepping Stones to Recovery, we provide a Level III.3 intermediate residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment program designed for men requiring a higher level of care and accountability.

This program is ideal for individuals seeking:

• Residential substance abuse treatment in Kansas
• A faith-based recovery program for men
• A structured residential treatment program
• Court-ordered addiction treatment (SB 123)
• Residents must have prior authorization under Senate Bill 123 to participate.

Program Expectations

Recovery requires commitment, and our program is built to support real behavioral change through structure and consistency. Residents participate in a daily structured schedule that includes:

Cognitive-based addiction treatment sessions
Evidence-based recovery curriculum
Group discussions and lectures
Workbook exercises and guided assignments
Behavioral change programming tailored to men

Our approach supports:
✔ Accountability-based recovery
✔ Cognitive and behavioral development
✔ Long-term relapse prevention skills

Residential Responsibilities & Life Skills

We believe that personal responsibility is essential to recovery. Residents actively participate in daily living activities that promote independence and stability, including:

• Meal preparation and kitchen cleanup
• Housekeeping for personal and shared spaces
• Laundry responsibilities (supplies provided)
• Participation in all scheduled programming

This life skills and responsibility recovery program helps individuals transition successfully back into their communities.

A Faith-Based Approach to Recovery

As a faith-based addiction treatment program in Kansas, we integrate spiritual growth alongside clinical best practices.
Our program emphasizes:

• Personal accountability
• Purpose and identity rebuilding
• Community connection
• Hope and long-term transformation

We offer a Christian addiction recovery approach that complements evidence-based treatment—never replacing it.