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AIMHouseNotebookV01

AIMHouseNotebookV01

WELCOME TO AIM HOUSE! 

As a team we create opportunities for young adults to discover
independence, personal responsibility and fulfillment, in an
environment that cultivates integrity, purposeful action, and
rewarding, empowered relationships with self, family
and community. We create opportunities by. . .

Building a foundation for independent living by providing guidance
in life skills, vocational goals, and academic interests.

Supporting young men and women and their families through the
difficult stages of incremental change modeling collaborative and
meaningful relationships.
Working through resistances to change and intervening to disrupt
destructive repetition.
Creating, staff and participants together, a safe recovery
environment as reflected in the rules and commitments
of participants.
Pursuing a multifaceted, multi-disciplinary and research supported
approach to recovery, healing and growth, inviting open dialogue
amongst the staff.
Empowering staff to make decisions within a clear framework of
roles and responsibilities in a sustainable model.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:30am - 11:30am

Bus Ride From Evergreen to Boulder 

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12:15pm

Break Up Into Tour Groups

12:15pm - 1:00pm

Tour the Castle and The Shannon House

1:00pm

Collegiate Recovery Center

1:30pm

Drive by the Earl House (Office of IOP & Therapists Offices)

1:45pm

Arrive at madelife

Load Bus to Contin2u:e3C0oplomrado Programs Tour

WHO COMES TO AIM HOUSE

As unique individuals, AIM House participants have varied
backgrounds and stories. Many are bright and full of potential, but
feel trapped in negative patterns that inhibit their ability to live
independently and prevent them from achieving success in the
present. Often, AIM participants lack awareness of how the choices
they make impact their lives and those of the people closest to
them. They feel life is happening to them, not due to them, and
don’t know where they fit in. Our goal is to help AIM residents
find their unique place in the world. We create a nurturing yet
demanding environment where participants can grow to understand
their inner nature and come to take responsibility for their own
lives. By providing clear structure, realistic expectations, and the
dependable support of peers, AIM House gives individuals the
opportunity to discover how capable and resourceful they truly are.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

AIM House is an individualized, young adult transitional program.
Our program is designed for the individual who is transitioning
from residential treatment centers, primary treatment, wilderness
programs, and therapeutic boarding schools. We provide a
positively structured living environment and a supportive,
personalized program that includes:

Life Skills Coaching
Vocational Coaching and Internships
Academic Mentoring
Access to Academic Institutions
Group, Individual and Family Therapy
Health and Wellness Instruction
Creative Accelerator Program
Positive Peer Support
Relapse Prevention and Support
Integrative Psychiatry

THE CASTLE &
THE SHANNON HOUSE

The Castle is nestled in the foothills of the awe-inspiring Rocky
Mountains in enchanting Boulder, Colorado. Just a 30-minute car
ride from Denver and within an hour of Denver’s International
Airport, Boulder offers its residents a rich blend of cultural,
educational, professional and recreational opportunities. In addition,
this charming city is an outdoor mecca that boasts over 300 days
of sunshine a year, serene alpine surroundings, breathtaking scenery
and easy access to hiking, biking, camping, rock climbing, rafting,
skiing, and snow shoeing. 

Shannon House is located next door to the Castle Program. It is
where the our young women’s program is located. Please ask your
tour guide to explain more about the program.

GROUPS 

In addition to one on one therapy once a week, participants also
attend a variety of therapeutic groups. Groups at AIM House are
designed to meet the needs of the participants. Depending on
what needs arise in the house, therapists adjust the groups and ask
participants what they would like to focus on.

A few of our unique groups include:
Process Group
Validate This! Group
DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) Group
Human Sex and Relationships Group
Empowerment Group 
Real Talk Group
Equine Therapy Group 

ACTIVITIES 

Finding extracurricular activities and hobbies are a crucial part to
maintaining a healthy recovery. Weekend activities include paintball,
going to the movies, go-carting, hiking, golf, going to museums, and
any ideas the participants may come up with. These activities give
participants the opportunity to get out of the house and find new
hobbies and fun activities in and around the Boulder area. During
the week, our residents can take part in yoga, meditation, climbing,
and other activities. We also use the local recreation center and rock
climbing gym throughout the week to promote physical wellness. 

COMMUNITY SERVICE 

AIM House encourages all participants to donate time to endeavors
that enrich others’ lives and expand their own. Participants have
enjoyed volunteering with Habitat For Humanity, trail cleanups
around Boulder and surrounding cities, feeding the homeless
through the Boulder Food Share once a month, and giving time
toward an array of community service causes.

WHAT IS MADELIFE? 

madelife is the premier creative space in Boulder, CO dedicated
to connecting artists with their passions and providing them with
the tools to thrive. With a gallery space, theater, audio studio,
and an industry proven team of mentors, participants have the
opportunity to engage with their interests as well as learn from
tested professionals how to do what they love while building a
career doing it.

What is the Creative Accelerator Program? 
The Creative Accelerator Program is a twelve week program in
which participants are given the opportunity to work very closely
with mentors in the creative field of their choice.
Each week participants develop new skills and competencies that
build towards the wider scope of their program’s focus.
The program culminates in participants finishing projects that lead
to more opportunities outside of madelife, both educationally
and professionally.
The Creative Accelerator Program fee is $8,800 for interested
creators nationwide. AIM House participants are given access to the
Creative Accelerator program at no additional costs.

How does madelife interact with AIM house? 
AIM House participants are allowed access to the Creative
Accelerator Program at no additional cost. madelife and AIM House
share office space and also host the AIM Academic and Vocational
labs Monday through Friday for all AIM House participants.

MUSIC ACCELERATOR

Empowers musical creators by examining and developing personal
style as well as the technical aspects of music making. The program
covers topics such as recording, editing, mastering track, working in
production software, performance skills, and much more.
Creative Business Accelerator - Builds the skills and contacts for
particiapants to pursue anything from a creative talent agency to
running a clothing company. Past accelerantors include projects
such as an immersive dance theatre group, branding artists and
their projects, building nationwide exhibition platforms, and more. 
Graphic Design Accelerator - Builds on participant’s knowledge,
whether expert or beginner, pushing artists to work on both
personal and professional graphics projects. From learning design
software to pursuing commercial work for local businesses, the
Accelerator can bring graphic design to the next level for a creator. 
Film & Video Accelerator - Works with participants to
develop filming and editing skills using industry standard programs
and equipment. The perfect opportunity to develop personal
filming style as well as learn the ins and outs of creating videos of
an artists and professional level. 
Photography Accelerator - Pushes accelerants to be able to plan
and execute projects that capture their passion while learning
shooting techniques that capture the spirit of their work.
Each participant refines their shooting skills and work with their
mentor to achieve their professional goals. 

ACADEMICS

The Academic Program at AIM House is centered on helping
students of all different skill levels and interests to develop the
academic curiosity, organizational ability, and logistical skills to be
effective advocates for their educational goals. The Boulder area
offers a diverse array of academic institutions including the flagship
school for the state, the University of Colorado at Boulder, one of
the best community college systems, private universities such as
Naropa University, and other specialized educational programs.
Whether a student is working on finishing their high school
education, taking the GED, getting ready to apply for college, or
attending college classes; all students will have the opportunity to
learn the skills necessary to be successful in the long run both as
students and as aspiring professionals.

VOCATIONAL PROGRAM
AND INTERNSHIPS

The Vocational Program at AIM House focuses on building skill sets
and preparing participants for the professional world. Participants
will construct their own resume, identify and develop professional
references, craft a cover letter, and be taught how to use technology
and networking to source work in the future. For participants who
come to the program without a work history, or a history of struggle
with holding a job, AIM House offers an in-house internship program
where participants learn real life skills while being coached and
mentored on their learning and performance. In addition to learning
how to find a job, participants will also receive guidance and
support around how to hold a job, manage their time, discover their
passions, and live within a budget.

For more information on each internship, please check out the
Real Talk Zine which is located in your bag. It was solely created by
marketing interns to inform people about AIM House.

FAMILY WORKSHOP

Family Workshop is offered three times a year to participants and their
families and is held at Chautauqua Park at the base of the Flatirons in
Boulder. The workshop focuses on creating connection and building on
the principals that families have been working on with their AIM House
therapist. Some of the activities at the workshop include an intentions
group, early morning hiking mindful movements, and family sculpting.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
WAKE UP/UA/MEDS WAKE UP/UA/MEDS WAKE UP/UA/MEDS WAKE UP/UA/MEDS WAKE UP/UA/MEDS
8:00
8:30 8:30 - 9:30am  9:00-10:30am 9-9:30am 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am
9:00 Intentions DBT Group
Backhouse Group Process Group Recovery Group Process Group Recovery Group
9:30 9:30-10am Participant Meeting
10:00 9:45-10:45am 10-11am 10am-12pm
10:30 11:30am-12:30pm Deep Clean
11:00 Community Group Transitions Group Empowerment Group
11:30
12:00 2-5pm 11-11:45am Human Sexuality & Relationships 11am-12pm 10:30am-12pm
12:30 Factory Council 11am - 12pm Gym Gym/Gentle Yoga
1:00 3-5pm 12-1pm
1:30 Academic Gym ` 12:50 - 1:50pm 12:30-2pm 12-1pm
2:00 Life Skills Group Activity 1 Target Trip
2:30 Lab
3:00 1:45-3:45pm 2-5pm 1:45-3:45pm 1:45-3:45pm 2-5pm 1:45 - 3:45pm
3:30 Academic Lab Madelife Academic Academic Lab Madelife Academic
Lab
4:00 2-5pm 2-5pm Lab
4:30 Community Madelife
5:00 2:15- 5pm 2-5pm
5:30 Service Art Therapy Madelife
6:00
6:30 4-5pm
7:00 Acupuncture
7:30
5:30-6:00pm
8:00
6-7pm Community Dinner Activity 2
8:30 Rock Accountability Group Time: TBD
9:00 Climbing
9:30 7-8pm 6:45-9:15pm 6:15pm 7:00-9:00pm 7-8pm 7-10pm 7:30-8:20pm 7-8pm
10:00 Restorative Creative Rock NA Meeting Movie AA AA
7-8pm 7:30-8:30pm
Yoga (Amana) Recovery 7-7:45 - DBT Study Time
Life Ring AA Beginners Climbing
8:15-9:15pm
Meeting Literary Jewels

SCHEDULING

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CREATIVE RECOVERY

Creative Recovery is one of our longest standing therapeutic
groups that takes place every Tuesday at madelife. This group is
led by Paul and Cathy Stover and is open to anyone recovering
from anything in the community. This lively group allows people
to express themselves artistically and find creative alternatives
for unhealthy behaviors. Some popular activities that this group
facilitates are open mic nights, spoken word, DJ paint party,
and karaoke.















WWW.AIMHOUSE.COM
303.554.0011


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