Giving Adolescent Young Men a More Independent Future

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Introducing the new Luke and Adam

The last time you saw our characters, they were struggling to advance through adolescence. But after coming to The Carpenter Shed, they learned to become more successful young men.

Late Bloomer Luke

Luke started making better choices and is now the author of his own story. He enrolled at a community college, has realized the value of hard work, and takes pride in his newfound motivation. We now call him “Reliable Luke.”

Reliable Luke

Adopted Adam

Ambitious Adam

Adam reframed his past challenges into a positive by finding role models in our program who showed him what healthy, trusting relationships look like. By fostering connections with a licensed therapist and his development counselor, he discovered that he loves working with his hands and being outside. He’s now looking for a job in construction and goes by “Ambitious Adam.”

Does This Profile Sound Familiar?

We’re here to help. If a young man aged 16–20 in your life or program feels lost and lacks the drive to grow up, they might be right for our community. We treat young men:

Struggling with substance use disorders, mental health issues, and failure to launch
That lack basic life skills and need help building an independent environment
Who are currently in a treatment program and need a place to practice assimilating back into the real world
Who struggles with dysregulation, leading to behavioral disruption
That need help productively contributing to the community
Who need help finding purpose, meaning, and direction

Our program works, but don't take our word for it.

Here’s another story of our process at work.

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Here’s what our community has to say:

We had two sons that spent time at the Carpenter Shed, and both of their lives were changed dramatically after their time there. They were also instrumental in helping us parents see our own underlying issues as well as learn to set and keep appropriate boundaries…and they walked alongside us throughout the process. We also valued the Christian component of the program, yet they respected and responded to where our boys were at spiritually. Our sons wouldn’t be who they are today without the Carpenter Shed, and we are forever grateful. 🙏💕

JL S
The Carpenter Shed was one of the most impactful programs that I have been a part of. Not only do they aid in helping young men like myself in recovery, but they invest in your spiritual health and growth. I would not know God or have the same purpose for my life without this program!

Speed Ginn
We had two sons that spent time at the Carpenter Shed, and both of their lives were changed dramatically after their time there. They were also instrumental in helping us parents see our own underlying issues as well as learn to set and keep appropriate boundaries…and they walked alongside us throughout the process. We also valued the Christian component of the program, yet they respected and responded to where our boys were at spiritually. Our sons wouldn’t be who they are today without the Carpenter Shed, and we are forever grateful. 🙏💕

JL S
The Carpenter Shed was one of the most impactful programs that I have been a part of. Not only do they aid in helping young men like myself in recovery, but they invest in your spiritual health and growth. I would not know God or have the same purpose for my life without this program!

Speed Ginn