Set Free Center
In 1991, we came to Manila to set up a drug rehabilitation ministry. Statistics show that there are approximately 3.4 million addicts in the Philippines. They are often placed in prison or government rehabilitation centers which are overcrowded and run by the military. Private centers cost approximately US$1000, only affordable to the rich.
Since our Set Free center opened in December 1992, we have taken in a total of 217 drug dependents. Healing and restoration are available for everyone who come. Seventy percent of all those who have completed the therapy are drug free. Seven of them are now working with us – pillars of the ministry; two others are involved in similar work.
A message from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency:
“The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency would like to extend our deep appreciation. It is a blessing to see how many drug addicts in our society have been set free through your services. May the coming years be even more successful than the last”.
(Sarah C. Bellosillo, MD)
More about the Set Free Center:
We are a Drug Rehabilitation Ministry
We cater to …
Male, 18-35 years old
Dependent on any kind of illegal substances like, Shabu, Marijuana, Couph syrup, Ecstacy, Solvent, Rugby etc.
We do not accept alcoholics, or individuals with gambling or Internet addiction except when mixed with drugs
Our location and contact information is:
Our Set free Center is located in Victoria Valley, Antipolo. (Near Valley Golf clubhouse and golf course)
The best way to reach us from EDSA is: take Ortigas Avenue, past Cainta Junction and enter Valley Golf Subdivision on the left side of Ortigas Ave. Extn. You may ask the guard for further directions.
Our address:
Help International CMC
2 Red Finch Drive
Victoria Valley,
Antipolo City
Tel. No: 02 658 4895
Fax No: 02 658 0529
Email add: setfreecenter@helpphilippines.ph.org
Feel free to contact us for a visit
The size and set-up of our Center is :
A family set up – we can accommodate up to 18 Clients (Guests)
A part of the staff lives in the house … because community life is important to us.
We are a private Christian organization doing volunteer work. The gate is open for anyone who wants to leave; we have no guards. That’s why it’s important that clients /guests apply on a strictly voluntary basis; he needs to show his willingness and desire to change. When it is only the family members’ desire, it is most likely that the client /guest will eventually leave. We are not a lock-up facility, jail / prison.
Our program includes :
We are a Christian community. The center of our belief is that Jesus can help everyone who wants help. He died on the cross for all our sins, weaknesses and bondages. We start each day with devotional meetings and regularly hold Bible studies etc.
One on one counseling is an important part of our program.
A daily routine is also important for a guest/client to introduce him to a normal lifestyle. They are assigned to a work area like kitchen, house cleaning, gardening, house maintenance and renovation, laundry, livestock, etc.
For physical wellness and recreations, we play sports like basketball and volleyball; we go for walks and play board / group games, etc.
The length of our program is:
It is a long-term program, varying from 12- 15 months on a case to case basis.
A client/guest can be drug-free in a few months but more time is required for a client/guest to be able to function in a drug-free condition permanently.
After completing one year in the program favorably, we offer an ‘After-Care’ Program. The client/guest moves to a separate house to live independently with others in the same level. They are still connected to the Set Free Center but are free to go to school or work and experience the challenges of ‘normal life’.
The cost of joining our program is:
We are licensed by the DSWD as a charitable non-government organization. Therefore, we offer our services for free. Nevertheless, we do welcome and appreciate any donations in cash or kind.
Interested parties may inquire and apply by following this procedure:
1- The client/guest is required to call personally and ask for help.
2- After a few telephone conversations, he will be scheduled for an Interview at the Set Free Center. Family members and/or a close friend may join him and have the chance to see the center.
3- Fill up and submit the application form.
4- Undergo a medical check-up and X-ray for TB cases. Should the client/guest be found positive for any diseases, treatment and admittance to the center will be discussed.
5- If both parties agree, newcomers are admitted on Mondays.
