Cenikor Foundation
American drug rehabilitation non-profit organization From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Cenikor Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing drug rehabilitation and mental health services. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Cenikor operates residential treatment centers and outpatient programs for adults and adolescents in Texas and Louisiana. Initially focused on the therapeutic community model, Cenikor now offers a range of services including detoxification, medically-assisted therapies, short-term residential treatment, and outpatient care. [1][2]
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| Company type | Non-profit |
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| Genre | Behavioral health, drug and alcohol addiction, mental illness, intervention, and unfree labor |
| Founded | Lakewood, Colorado, U.S. (1967) |
| Headquarters | |
Number of locations | 9 facilities |
Key people | Bill Bailey (President and CEO)
Kellee Webb (VP of Human Resource) Matt Kuhlman (CFO) |
| Revenue | 21,514,981 United States dollar (2017) |
| Total assets | 46,211,968 United States dollar (2022) |
Number of employees | 300 (estimate) |
| Website | www |
History
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Perspective
1960s
Cenikor was founded in 1967 by James "Luke" Austin while he was incarcerated at the Colorado State Penitentiary. The first Cenikor facility was established in a former Denver, Colorado bakery, supported by a donation from businessman Charles Kettering III.[3]
1970s
In 1972, Cenikor relocated to Houston, Texas, experiencing significant growth fueled by private philanthropy. The Houston facility initially operated at 1101 Elder Street in the Jefferson Davis Hospital before moving to the William Penn Hotel in the late 1970s. [4] A partnership with the Astrodomain Corporation in 1977 created the Cenikor Astrodome Task Force, providing work experience for patients and contributing to a significant portion of the organization's budget.[5][6][7] A substantial donation from Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. in 1979 enabled the establishment of a North Texas facility in Fort Worth.[8][9]
1980s
Cenikor received national recognition in 1983 following a visit from President Ronald Reagan to the Houston facility. President Reagan commended Cenikor's success in operating without government funding and securing private sector support. First Lady Nancy Reagan also visited Cenikor facilities, demonstrating support for the organization's mission during the national anti-drug campaign.[10] [11]
1990s
In 1994, Cenikor's Houston facility moved to a larger location in Deer Park. The organization further expanded its reach in 1995 by opening an outreach office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, providing referrals to Texas facilities.[12]
Growth and Expansion
Its commitment to reach those most in need drives its consistent growth and expansion. It has opened new facilities in Waco (2012), Tyler (2015), Austin (2016), Corpus Christi (2018), Amarillo (2019), and Farmington, NM (2022), each a testament to its dedication to helping people in underserved areas. The integration of Charlie's Place Recovery Center (Corpus Christi) in 2018 and Amarillo Recovery from Alcohol and Drugs (ARAD) in 2019, as well as twelve more nonprofits in 2022, significantly broadened its ability to offer life-changing services.[13][14][15] It is proud of its recognition as one of the largest Houston-area nonprofits in 2023.[16]
Leadership
- James "Luke" Austin - Founder, 1967
- Bill Bailey, appointed President and CEO in 2004, and was the first non-graduate to lead Cenikor.
References
External links
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