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Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House Business Proposal

561 Eureka Avenue, San Bernardino, Ca 92410Stella A. Ampry 192 Golden Wy, San Bernardino, Ca 92410

Ronald Fitzpatrick 192 Golden Wy, San Bernardino, Ca 92410Tel. 909-763-2731

April 23, 2023/2010

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House for Women, Inc. is a not-for-profit organiza-

tion that provides a home-like setting for women recovering from alcohol and substance

abuse. It is our sole purpose to provide services through education, group therapy, and

both 12-step and spiritual activities to women in and around the greater Southern Califor-

nia areas. In our facility, we will facilitate mental, emotional, physical and spiritual heal-

ing.

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Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House Inc. will provide an intimate, clean and safe

environment to help individuals as they transition into being productive members of soci-

ety.

A peaceful and serene fellowship atmosphere in a drug and alcohol free environment that

provides the maximum opportunity for each individual to return to the mainstream of life

with a solid foundation and a new beginning are the primary objectives for Diamonds in

the Rough Settlement House for Women.

Our residents are referred from rehabilitation centers and treatment facilities. Our staff

members will provide the leadership and set the example for the women so they can see

firsthand how a good attitude, fellowship and the willingness to help others are vital to

serenity in sobriety.

MISSION STATEMENT

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House is dedicated to assisting the women that come

through our doors with loving and caring staff support and quality life skills, and training

that will enable them to lead a sober and productive life. At Diamonds in the Rough Set-

tlement House we will provide a safe environment for a small community of like-minded

persons who suffer from chemical dependency or alcoholism who are willing to maintain

sobriety and live together in a home atmosphere. The desire to contribute to the well-be-

ing of all involved through cooperation and sharing are essential elements to building

lasting foundations for continued long term sobriety. At Diamonds in the Rough Settle-

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ment House for Women, we will provide the love and supportive atmosphere that brings

out that desire.

Creating an environment that promotes the discovery, development and relationship to a

loving God or "Higher Power." Awaken in each client the awareness of their responsibil-

ity to the community; our planet and their fellow man. Gaining a respect for all people

and of life; which brings out the best in the client? Assisting the individual receive the

training that will provide "meaningful" employment. Teaching the importance and al-

lowing the individual the chance to help others as well as themselves.

COMPANY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

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Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House plans to provide professional services to our

clients with a caring and sincere approach to the recovery process of which the women

will encounter. It is our goal that every women that passes through our doors be given the

opportunity to receive the necessary tools that will enable them to continue their sobriety

once they have move on with their life.

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House plans to receive donations, clothes and other

gifts which will also provide a larger resource for the women. We will be linked to the

educational sector as well as resources for employment and housing.

Diamonds in the Rough offers a comprehensive range of additional services to support

the clients’ recovery including referrals to a vast network of community resources,

professional counseling, and a directory of services specific to each client assessment

and goals.

BUSINESS PHILIOSOPHYIn most sober living facilities, support is typically not provided on a level that benefits the

residents or delivered by professionals who are a part of a recovery community. It is im-

portant for the organization to provide resources that will enable our residents at Dia-

monds in the Rough Settlement House to elevate themselves to a level of self-sufficiency

and independence. The alcohol and substance abuse centers and treatment communities

are in dire need for more housing developments that will provide housing to those men

and women coming out of treatment programs and seeking temporary transitional hous-

ing to continue their sobriety in a safe environment. Diamonds in the Rough Settlement

House will provide such an environment.

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Transitional housing is a good idea for recovering women who have gone through detoxi-

fication and drug treatment but do not feel ready to enter the larger society yet. By pro-

viding a level of structure, support and accountability, sober living homes offer a way to

continue the sobriety work of rehab while reintegrating into work, family and life in gen-

eral. Transitional housing comes in as many varieties as rehabs, ranging from a group of

individuals who choose to live in a sober house to an organized business entity with rules

regulations and management.

Transitional housing typically refers to a stage of a recovering alcoholic/addict's sobriety

during which he or she lives in a community specifically set up for recovering alcoholic/

addicts. In general, the biggest distinction between transitional housing and drug rehab is

the level of professional and medical care the residents receive. In rehab, clients are pro-

vided with access to high levels of counseling from psychologists, psychiatrists and ad-

diction specialist doctors. As a community of women, Diamonds in the Rough Settlement

House helps women to avoid some of the common problems that occur in mixed transi-

tional housing.

For one thing, the non-distraction of romantic and sexual complications allows women to

focus on their sobriety during a critical and vulnerable point in their recovery process.

Second, an all female environment encourages the women to openly discuss issues and

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topics that they might otherwise not be willing to talk about in front of men. For many

women, substance abuse is closely linked with shame about body image, eating disorders

and sexual trauma. Being in an all female group allows these women to unashamedly dis-

cuss these feelings with an audience that will hear, understand and respect a woman's

voice.

MARKETING

From the desk and field market research carried out on 300 clients, it is clear that there is

considerable potential and need in the independent living/aftercare of alcohol and drug

treatment business. Research indicates that Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House

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targeted market finds it difficult to obtain safe alcohol and drug free environments in

which to continue their recovery process. Research also suggests that the clients in this

market are unlikely to relapse again due to the education, training provided at a level of

aftercare and the environment of which they are expose to for a length of time. Dia-

monds in the Rough will cater to the needs of our residents and develop a carefully assess

plan for each individual women.

Third, an all female environment continues the development of strong, supportive rela-

tionships between women. One of the key tenets of Diamonds in the Rough Settlement

House, approach to sobriety is based on Dr. Amprys’ insights into relational growth.

While researching female addicts, Dr. Ampry noticed that many female addicts tended to

be women who lacked close female friends and success in recovery was often associated

with a strong network of close female friends. Dr. Ampry theorized that developing a net-

work of supportive women committed to one another's health would create higher suc-

cess rates in drug rehab. This relational growth therapy model enforces the treatment at

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House.

As the saying goes, “getting sober is easy; staying sober is the hard part,”

and the first year of recovery is the most difficult. Research shows involvement in an ap-

propriate 12-step recovery program can be one of the most effective tools in achieving

and maintaining recovery. Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House supportive 12 Step

program is a mandatory part of our clients’ plans for ongoing sobriety.

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House chose to incorporate as a not-for-profit based

organization with the concept that it takes a village to raise a child, but it also takes a

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community to restore a person back to society; and it takes God’s grace and mercy to re-

store all of us back to sanity.

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House expects that by concentrating full-time on the

client’s needs, and the fundraising aspect. The clients’ base will increase from the

present level of 8 mothers with children per home to 16 residents per house measure.

To help achieve this growth, Dr. Ampry has identified three agencies she wishes to re-

source to and has begun negotiations with them. Housing between eight and sixteen

clients a day will allow the business to expand the organization and open a men transi-

tional house within a years’ timeframe.

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CAPITALIZATION

Dr. Ampry plans to use a portion of earned income and invest the proceeds in the new in-

dependent living business, Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House II.

In addition, Ms. Lyons (a long time friend) will be investing $10,000.000 of her own

money in the business, and seeking an additional fund amount of $83,500 from outside

sources. Return on shareholders’ capital by Year Five is projected to be close to 100 per-

cent.

The purpose of this non-profit business plan is to communicate this highly profitable op-

portunity to Dr. Amprys’ outside investors, and to attract interest in the venture.

PRICES AND FEES

· 12 Month Residential Program - $500 per month

· Primary and transitional programs

· Rental Assistant Resources Available

· Structured living environment

· Family like atmosphere

· Caring, available, qualified staff

· Marriage and Family Therapist

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· Certified Alcohol Treatment Counselor

· Weekly house meetings

· All meals, snacks and drinks provided

· Must participate in 12 Step program

· Drug and alcohol testing

· Computer access and wireless internet

· Digital cable television

· Free long distance telephone

· Gym passes to 24 Hour Fitness

· Beautiful upscale neighborhood

MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION

About the founders……Stella A. Ampry-Fitzpatrick-President, Program directorStella & Ronald Fitzpatrick opened their second home and hearts to alcoholics and ad-

dicts in 2003. Stella A. Fitzpatrick PhD is a clinical and forensic psychologist in Southern

California who specializes in the assessment and treatment of interpersonal violence,

traumatic stress and the anxiety disorders. She has been working with people with addic-

tions since March of 1994. Stella believes in a holistic approach to recovery. Their focus

is on treating the disease of addiction with a combination 12 Step work, therapy and

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counseling, and the rejuvenation of the body through healthful eating and exercise. They

have designed their program to foster a family-like atmosphere. They believe that people

in recovery are just beginning their lives. They encourage the people they

work with to learn to enjoy life in sobriety. They have 5 children and 4

grand-children.

Dr. Fitzpatrick maintains an independent practice in clinical psychology

in

San Bernardino, California. Additionally, she is a Clinical Instructor of Psychology in the

Department of Psychiatry at Linda Loma Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Medical College of

Cornell University where she supervises and conducts clinical trainings for psychology

interns and postdoctoral fellows.

Ronald Fitzpatrick, Licensed Construction Inspector

Ronald graduated from the University of California, Irvine in June of 2001 with a Bache-

lor’s degree in Construction Inspection. Ronald has been working with alcoholics and ad-

dicts as an advisor and has four years of sobriety. He is very focus when it comes to pro-

viding quality counseling and care to his spondees. His main focus is on integrating the

12 Steps and disease models of addiction with narrative therapeutic and Cognitive Behav-

ioral techniques. Ronald is married to Dr. Stella Fitzpatrick. They have five children and

four grand-children.

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HISTORY AND POSITION TO DATE

The program will fulfill its goals by providing case management; referrals for vocational

training and independent living skills training that will assist the participant in the transi-

tion to self-sufficiency. The business is will be located at 561 Eureka Avenue,

San Bernardino, Ca 92410. By capitalizing on our experience in the drug and alcohol

treatment industry, we will be able to both advice and direct our clients to the type of re-

sources that will best suit their needs.

OPERATING EXPENSES

1st year 2nd year 3rd year Totals

Salaries and wages 36,072 40,581 58,116 134,769 Employee benefits 18,036 20,291 29,058 67,385 Payroll taxes 6012 6764 9686 22,462 Rent 30,060 30,060 40,080 100,200 Utilities 5845 5845 6680 18,370 Repairs and maintenance 3340 3340 3340 10,020 Insurance 5845 9185 16,700 31,730 Travel 7,097 17,535 30,895 55,527 Telephone 5970 7933 10,855 24,758 Postage 2505 4175 8350 15,030 Office supplies 5428 8350 12,525 26,303 Marketing and advertising 39,700 38,410 50,100 128,210 Professional fees 31,125 16,550 16,500 64,175 Training and development 10,020 16,700 35,070 61,790 Bank charges 150 150 200 500 Depreciation 9185 9185 9185 27,555 Miscellaneous 0

Other 0

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Total Operating Expenses 216,390 235,054 337,340 788,784

Operating Income 52,393 389,264 649,506 1,091,163

Interest income (expense) (8350) (8350) (8350) (25,050)Other income (expense) 0

Total Non-operating Income (Expense)

(8350) (8350) (8350) (25,050)

Income (Loss) Before Taxes 44,043 380,914 641,156 1,066,113

Income Taxes 9142 76,184 145,751 231,077

Net Income (Loss) 34,901 304,730 495,405 835,036

Appendix I

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House for Women Front View

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Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House for WomenKitchen Area

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Appendix III

Diamonds In the Rough Settlement House for Women Sitting Room

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Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House for Women Dining Area

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and sober living environment for people suffering from alcohol and/or drug addiction.

Among the many aspects of early recovery from the disease of addiction, there are two

vitally important concepts to which Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House is commit-

ted.  These are:

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1. The need for the individual to begin to take personal responsibility for his/her life.

2.) The unparalleled therapeutic value of alcoholics and/or addicts working with and sup-

porting each other in recovery.

General House Rules

To provide and maintain a healthy environment with these principles in mind, Diamonds

in the Rough Settlement House has four cardinal rules: they are in the order of impor-

tance:

1. PARTICIPATION - Morning Meditation, Supper Blessings, Community Projects,

Fund Raisers and all house activities.

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2. DAILY MEETING ATTENDANCE - The following meetings will meet this require-

ment: AA (Alcoholics Anonymous), N.A. (Narcotics Anonymous), AL-ANON, CODA

(Co-dependents Anonymous), Church, Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House Meet-

ing, Big Book Seminars and other AA/NA related seminars, studies, field trips or work-

shops.  However, no less than two "home group" AA or NA meetings per week.

3. TOTAL ABSTENTION - Residents must abstain from the use of alcohol and all

mood-altering drugs (including prescription medications).  Residents may not bring any

of these substances onto the premises (exception would be under the care of a physician.)

4. HEALTHY EMPLOYMENT - Residents must seek and maintain healthy employ-

ment.  Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House will strive to make employment oppor-

tunities available through its various resources when available.

Residents are required to work, actively seek employment, or be a student enrolled in an

accredited academic or trade school. Those who are permanently disabled and on federal,

state or local assistance are required to become involved in service to Diamonds in the

Rough Settlement House or the community.

Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House is dedicated to helping its residents incorporate

these principles into their lives. The "one on one" of alcoholics and addicts helping each

other, and the group help that has been long established as the key to the "12 Step Pro-

gram of Recovery" can be found here.  Also of importance is the resident's sponsor, as

well as his/her participation in their individual 12 Step Group(s) and program(s).

All new residents will complete a 30-day probation/restriction to acclimate to the envi-

ronment and to maintain the safety for all Diamonds in the Rough Settlement House resi-

dents.

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Minimum six month commitment is required; however in most cases one year to 18

months will be required (to be determined by staff on an individual basis). 

A minimum of two weeks’ notice will be required before leaving. If a resident "goes out" (relapses), he will be asked to leave the house unless resident is willing to go back into treatment.

Any person who drinks, uses, or possesses alcohol or any mood altering drugs on his/her person or on the premises will be automatically asked to leave the premises.

The following behaviors can also result in immediate request to vacate the house:

1. Any type of negative remarks or acts of disloyalty to Diamonds in the Rough Settle-

ment House, its staff, or its program(s).

2. Engaging in acts of violence or threats of violence.

3. Theft.

4. Willful destruction of property.

5. Failure to attend daily meetings, the required house meetings, and group or individual

counseling when required.

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6. Failure to report another resident who is drinking or using.

7. Failure to get along with others.

8. Failure to maintain a positive attitude at all times.

9. Failure to do chores willingly.

10. Failure to demonstrate politeness to others or a lack of any of the social skills needed

to live in a family setting.

11. Failure to get up and stay up for morning meditation.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY RESIDENT TO ENFORCE THIS POL-ICY

MEALS   the "house" will provide the last meal (dinner).  Most clients are eligible for

food stamps that are applied for upon admission.   Any food or drink items purchased by

a resident for their personal use must be marked clearly with their name before putting in

the refrigerator.  Marked items in the refrigerator are not to be eaten without the permis-

sion of the person the item belongs to.

CHORES   All residents will participate in the general maintenance and care of the

house and its property. Chores will be assigned each week and must be completed before

going to work. Each resident will provide his/her own sheets, pillow, towels and wash

clothes.  Sleeping areas must be kept neat and all personal items kept in their assigned

place.  Beds must be made each morning before meditation and prayer.  Sheets and tow-

els must be washed weekly.  In addition, each client will wash whatever dishtowels, table

clothes, etc., that are dirty at the time he goes to the laundry.

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PERSONAL HYGIENE - All clients must bathe each day.  Shirts, pants/skirts, shoes,

etc., are to be worn in all public areas.