Divine Mercy House

Address

4118 Loretto Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32223

(904) 268-6282

www.divinemercyhouse.org

Description:

*Christian maternity home (4 beds) for women off all faiths 18 years or older facing a crisis pregnancy and carrying their baby to term to raise or place for adoption; residency available to women after their first trimester and usually continues until six to eight months postpartum; includes a private, furnished bedroom with shared bathroom, personal supplies for mom and baby, laundry room, electric, water, internet, kitchen, dining room and transportation
*Attendance is required at morning prayer and weekly worship; residents will attend and participate in all group activities such as life skill classes, nursing/parenting classes, Junior Achievement programs, counseling, weekly worship services, educational and recreational activities and any volunteer or special events offered; residents will earn a GED or and/or complete vocational coursework as well as participate in assigned household duties unless a resident has received an excused absence due to a medical or emergency situation
*Initial screening will include a drug screening and background check (free of charge), new residents will undergo a 30-day probation period, which includes surrender of personal cell phone and access to vehicle, abstinence from alcohol, drugs, sexual activity and tobacco, which will remain in effect throughout the program; and a drug test which can be repeated at any time during residency
*Residents must disclose and submit all financial information to the staff and will be required to submit all money which will be handled as follows: one-third will be used to support the house; one-third will be returned to the resident when she exits the program, and one-third will be retained by the resident for personal use; if it is determined a resident has withheld money or financial information during residency it will be considered cause for immediate dismissal

Intake Process:

Visit website

Program Fees:

Please see description for rule of thirds on how resident's income will be used

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Women of all faiths over the age of 18 facing a crisis pregnancy and carrying their baby to term to raise or place for adoption

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

August 14, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities:

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