Transitional Housing & Healing Program

Returning Home: Phase II – Building Foundations for Life, Culture, and Connection

R.O.A.R. is developing a Second- and Third-Stage Transitional Housing program to support Indigenous adults who are completing detox, treatment, or early recovery and are ready for stable, sober, culturally grounded housing. This project bridges our land-based healing model with long-term independent living, ensuring continuity, safety, and community connection.

The program will secure a townhouse-style or motel-style property — such as the Bulkley Motel in New Hazelton — to create a healing-centered residence offering:

• 10–14 self-contained suites
 • Safe, sober, culturally grounded housing
 • Trauma-informed counselling
 • Case management & peer navigation
 • Life skills, budgeting & employment readiness
 • Cultural activities, ceremony, and on-the-land learning
 • Monthly harvesting trips with Elders
 • Support transitioning into permanent housing

Residents commit to sobriety, wellness planning, and active participation in cultural and healing programs. Stays range from 6–12 months.