Northeastern Center Residential Services provides a safe and supportive environment for adults living with mental health conditions and substance use disorders who need additional support with day-to-day functioning.  

In each home, residents receive education and training on "activities of daily living," also known as ADLs. This training includes tasks such as paying bills, making appointments, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning and more.  

Northeastern Center has four group homes, all of which provide private, single occupancy rooms; three are staffed 24/7, while one is staffed part-time to support more independent living.  

Group home overview 

Residents enter the program voluntarily and are placed in the home that best meets their needs. NEC's four group homes are:  

  • Promise House  
  • Pioneer Lodge I (also known as Supported Group Living I or SGLI)  
  • Pioneer Lodge II (also known as Supported Group Living II or SGLII)  
  • Stepping Stone  

Each home provides varying levels of support. No matter the location, all residents must be adults (age 18 and older) and are expected to participate in all aspects of their program, follow the rules of the home, and live cooperatively with others. All residents work on their ADL training and may have other activities or goals throughout the day.   

It's also important to note that Northeastern Center staffs Pioneer Lodge I and Pioneer Lodge II 24 hours a day, but those two homes are managed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This means HUD applications must be filled out and approved before residents can be admitted to these programs.  

Promise House  

Promise House is a short-term, crisis stabilization home for adults living with a mental health condition. Because this program is designed for short-term use, most stays are less than 90 days. Each resident sees a psychiatrist, who regularly evaluates their progress and readiness for discharge or transfer to a new group home.  

Pioneer Lodge I (Supported Group Living I)  

Also known as Supported Group Living I or SGLI, Pioneer Lodge I is a longer-term residential home for adults with mental health conditions who experience significant difficulties in their day-to-day lives. The program provides training in daily living skills and promotes community reintegration. Residents also attend New Hope Clubhouse.  

Pioneer Lodge II (SGLII) 

Also known as Supported Group Living II or SGLII, Pioneer Lodge II is a residence for adults with a substance use disorder in addition to a mental health condition. The six-to-nine-month program provides direct supervision in a drug-free environment, as well as transportation to recovery-oriented outpatient groups.  

Stepping Stone 

Stepping Stone is a transitional home that supports independent living. Residents have typically "graduated" from another residential program and require minimal support with daily tasks. The goal of this program is to give residents more autonomy as they prepare to live on their own. 

Independent Living: Opportunity Apartments 

Opportunity Apartments are owned and operated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and are not part of the Northeastern Center residential services program. Residents who are ready for completely independent living may apply to live in these apartments if they meet HUD requirements. 

From support to self-reliance 

For all residents in Northeastern Center's Residential Services program, the primary goal is to achieve permanent, independent living. With education and support, residents gain the life skills and confidence needed to thrive.  

If you think you or someone you know could benefit from residential services, contact your local Northeastern Center outpatient office for more information.