Pomona/ Redcliff ISHSSP
In partnership with Los Angeles County, Boys Republic has extended its long-standing experience with Transitional Housing to develop an Interim Step Down Housing and Supportive Services Program (ISHSSP). In our Pomona and Redcliff programs, we passionately empower young adults to reclaim their potential through rigorous guidance in work ethic and essential life disciplines. With resolute dedication, we forge pathways to societal reintegration, nurturing self-respect, and fortitude. Pomona and Redcliff shine as a sanctuaries of transformation; uplifting individuals to thrive.
Core Pillars of the Pomona/Redcliff Programs:
Work Ethic Development
- Participants engage in structured labor and vocational training that instills responsibility and pride in achievement.
- Real-world job skills, taught through hands-on experiences in culinary arts, facility maintenance, and landscaping.
- Daily routines emphasize punctuality, effort, and productivity.
Life Skills & Personal Responsibility
- We provide targeted workshops and mentorship on financial literacy, conflict resolution, time management, and communication.
- Residents are accountable for their actions, encouraging maturity and ownership of their life decisions.
- Practical support includes resume’ building, interview preparation, and goal-setting exercises.
Therapeutic Support & Emotional Growth
- Individual and group counseling sessions help residents process trauma, build emotional intelligence, and foster resilience.
- A supportive peer community reinforces healthy habits and constructive relationships.
- Cognitive-behavioral strategies are used to challenge self-defeating thoughts and encourage positive change.
Character Building Through Structure
- The program enforces a consistent daily structure, which helps individuals create stability and discipline in their lives.
- Clear expectations and consequences promote integrity, honesty, and accountability.
- Residents learn to navigate challenges with patience, persistence, and humility.
Reintegration Pathways & Community Reconnection
- Residents are guided through a personalized reentry plan focused on employment, housing, and social support networks.
- Our team works closely with community partners and local employers to ensure continuity after program completion.
- Graduates leave with a renewed sense of identity, direction, and the tools to live independently and contribute meaningfully to society.
Pomona/Redcliff Shine as Sanctuaries of Transformation
At their heart, Pomona/Redcliff are more than rehabilitation programs—they are a life-renewing sanctuary where individuals rise from hardship and rediscover their worth. We believe every person deserves a second chance, and at Pomona and Redcliff, we turn that belief into reality through structured care, mutual respect, and relentless support.
Telephone: 1. 323.209.5980
Email: redcliff@boysrepublic.org
Staff Directory
Chris Colflesh
Director, Pomona ISHSSP/STRTP Administrator
909-628-1217 ext. 265