New Hope CORPS, located in Homestead, Florida, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive substance abuse treatment and behavioral health services. Established in 1993 by founder Manuel A. Alvarez, the agency has been serving the South Miami-Dade community with a focus on assisting low-income and indigent populations.
The organization’s mission is to help individuals struggling with substance use and mental health disorders reintegrate into society through a combination of faith-based and evidence-based treatment approaches. Their vision emphasizes a commitment to compassionate, client-centered services aimed at overcoming substance use, co-occurring disorders, and chronic homelessness.
New Hope CORPS offers a range of programs tailored to meet diverse needs. Their residential treatment program serves adult males, particularly those who are uninsured, underinsured, or indigent, from Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. The typical duration of stay is approximately 90 days, with extensions based on individual requirements. Services include comprehensive assessments, personalized treatment plans, weekly individual therapy, daily group therapy, case management, medication management, and access to both on-site and off-site 12-step meetings.
In addition to residential care, New Hope CORPS provides outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), street outreach, peer support, and specialized programs for child-welfare-involved parents. The MAT program offers medications such as Buprenorphine and Naltrexone to manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with opioid cessation.
Recognizing the importance of community and peer support in recovery, the organization employs Certified Recovery Peer Specialists who share their experiences to inspire and guide participants. Furthermore, in early 2024, New Hope CORPS announced the opening of the New Hope Recovery Drop-In Center in South Miami-Dade County. This center provides individuals with mental health and substance use disorders a space to access resources, socialize with peers, and enhance overall wellness
