Empowerment Campus
Addressing Treatment, Healthcare, and Vulnerable Young Adults
Life is a journey.
Life is a journey, especially for those battling addiction. At Art House Pasadena, we provide essential support beyond housing, fostering lasting recovery and creative potential through community connections, employment assistance, and partnership with the 12-Step Institute for nearly 40 years.
“Recovery is not just about healing wounds; it’s about discovering the masterpiece within.”
Our Story
Art House Pasadena (AHP) stands as a cornerstone in its community, adapting to evolving needs while addressing historical challenges like redlining, displacement, and various forms of prejudice. Led by Korey Wyatt, offering innovating solutions, and becoming California’s first sober living facility to secore Recovery Bridge Housing funding.
Nestled in North Pasadena’s serene Monk Hill neighborhood, Art House provides trauma-informed housing or LGBTQ individuals with SUD, fostering diverse identities and artistic expression. The facility spans 4,000 square feet, offering 64 beds for recovery bridge housing and undergoing development over three phases.
A Tool For Healing
At Art House Pasadena, we utilize art and culinary expression to address relapse and homelessness challenges. Our tailored solutions offer support and specialized programs, empowering individuals on their recovery journey. From recovery programs to vocational training and affordable housing, we provide essential tools for success.
WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS: ART HOUSE PASADENA‘S BOLD, NEW APPROACH
Art House Pasadena and our partners have invested a $191,000 California state grant toward our Empowerment Campus for the Arts. With a fresh approach to recovery housing emphasizing arts exploration through, digital studios, a culinary teaching kitchen, traditional arts mentorship and amenities like job and financial services centers. Housing up to 64 residents includes Recovery Bridge and Permanent Supportive Housing units, an empowerment garden, and eco-friendly features. The expansion seeks to double service capacity, pending feasibility, and funding, in collaboration with city officials.
Phase 1:
ART HOUSE PASADENA COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT
- USFZ 12-Step Institute: Creating integrated resources for resident participation and community collaborations.
- Community Partnerships: Seeking support to enhance accessibility and sustainability of recovery principles.
Phase 2:
PHASE 2: ART HOUSE PASADENA CAMPUS LOFTS
- Construction of 12 additional 1-bedroom lofts: Transition housing for substance abuse treatment graduates, doubling as social enterprises.
Phase 3:
PHASE 3: ART HOUSE PASADENA PROGRAM EXPANSION
- Main campus construction: Integrating natural elements into modern facilities for affordable housing.
- State-of-the-art Theater/Conference room: Flexible space for training and events.
- On-site Vocational & Educational Supports: Partnering for resident development goals.
- On-site Health & Wellness Supports: Providing medical services and healthy living skills training.