Mens and Womens Sober Living Programs Available in Aurora and Denver
With all three sober living houses set in Denver metro area, in friendly Aurora neighborhoods, Lotus Lodge was designed to inspire spiritual, physical, and emotional rehabilitation for men and women in early recovery. With our step down structure, we provide accountability and safety, while promoting individual autonomy. At the heart of this recovery process are the principles of service, community, and hope.
Services Provided
Milestone Based Phase Program / Recovery Coaching
Registered Nurse Assessments and Ongoing Care / Case Management / Interdisciplinary and Family Collaboration / Therapeutic Groups / Relapse Prevention Planning
Family Support / Sobriety Monitoring / Peer Support Meetings
Community Outings / Collaborative Treatment Planning / House Manager / Alumni Program
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Including Suboxone
Lotus Lodge sober living is owned and operated by experienced certified addiction nurses, who serve as case managers for the residents of Lotus Lodge sober living. The experience of the Lotus Lodge sober living team in the treatment arena, allows for a unique and comprehensive approach to sober living. Along with our team, we collaborate with the client, family, and treatment providers in creating comprehensive recovery plans.
Our Clients
Lotus Lodge sober living provides safe, recovery oriented housing in Denver and Aurora for men and women 21 years of age and older, who are committed to changing their lives and looking to re-integrate into their community. Lotus Lodge sober living can support clients with drug and alcohol addictions, eating disorders, process addictions, primary mental health diagnosis, and women who are pregnant.
Resident Requirements
Attend PHP, IOP, Work, Volunteer, or School / Work with Lotus Lodge Recovery Coach
3 Peer Support Meetings a Week, with Sponsorship in Selected Fellowship / Attend Weekly House Meeting
Complete Weekly House Chores / Maintain Standards of Living in the Community / Compliance with Sobriety
Monitored Medication / Compliance with House Guidelines / Release of Information for Relevant Providers
Lotus Lodge Sober Living Team
Gene Shiling
BSN, RN, CARN
Owner, RN Case Manager
Gene has had a distinguished career in the field of health and human services. Gene graduated from the University of Colorado in 1998 with a degree in chemistry. He received a degree in nursing from Arapahoe Community College in 2004. In 2016, Gene obtained a Bachelors of Science degree in nursing from the University of Colorado, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Gene is a certified addiction registered nurse in the state of Colorado and lead nurse supervisor at UCHealth’s CeDAR detox unit.
Lotus Lodge Sober Living Women’s Team
Pam Isenhower
CPFS, CACI
Recovery Coach, Lotus Lodge Sober Living Women
Pam Isenhower, of New Point Wellness & Coaching, and recovery coach at women’s Lotus Lodge, brings a rich history with her as she joins our eclectic team. Pam has a BS in theology and biblical studies, a minor in education, and a MA in TESOL. She is a certified peer and family specialist and a certified addiction counselor in the state of Colorado.
Emily Lanning
CYT 200, CACI
House Manger, Lotus Lodge Sober Living Women
Emily Lanning, house manager of women’s Lotus Lodge, graduated from Colorado State in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science degree in human development and family studies. She is a former elementary school teacher, a certified yoga instructor, is trained in yoga 12 step recovery, yoga nidra, and is living a life in long term recovery herself.
Lotus Lodge Sober Living Men’s Team
Jeffrey C. Keith
NCPRSS, NAADAC, QBHA
Peer Support Specialist / Recovery Coach, Lotus Lodge Sober Living Men
Passionate and dedicated Recovery Coach with over forty years of experience as an artist and educator, specializing in using creativity as a tool for personal growth and transformation. I have developed and taught a curriculum for my college-level course Creativity, with a working thesis that creativity, when broken down to its core, is the key ingredient of any successful life. This core creativity is built around essential elements such as ownership, honesty, perseverance, fluidity, and personal responsibility — all traits that are transferable to any occupation or life situation. Appling this philosophy and practice that I have honed over forty years of sobriety, I have worked with both men in sober living and private clients to identify and harness these components of creativity, helping them to discover for themselves that while in some areas of their lives they may exercise these traits effectively, in others they may be lacking. By helping clients recognize and apply the strengths and skills they have developed in one aspect of their lives to other, less successful areas, they can bridge the gap and achieve lasting success, moving forward into a purposeful, authentic life in recovery.
Timothy Rumsey
House Manger, Lotus Lodge Sober Living Men
Timothy’s sustained recovery allows the experience necessary to guide others through the struggles of early sobriety. His skills in mentorship, mediation, meeting facilitation and coordinating events are grounded in his undaunted passion for recovery, spirituality, and service for the community. Timothy finds great joy in seeing his clients connect to a state of self-love and empowerment.
When you’re ready to do the work, Timothy is here for you.
Lotus Lodge Sober Living Guest Therapists
Lotus Lodge sober living provides excellence in group therapy, bringing in a variety of facilitators throughout the year. We present an eclectic array of recovery very topics, such as mindfulness based relapse prevention, DBT, and spirituality. Our guest therapist are some of the most respected addiction professionals in the Denver area.
Matthew Jarvis
MA, M.Ed, LPC, LAC
Of Courage to Change Counseling Services, presents on the topic of Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention. Matthew has been working in the field of behavioral health for over 13 years and brings a wealth of knowledge, personal experience, and a clinical skill set that has helped many people overcome their struggles with addiction. His person centered approach is a natural fit for our nurturing environment at Lotus Lodge.
Leta Harrington
D. Min., LPC, MAC
An ordained Presbyterian pastor having with her Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling and Licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC). Leta served as Director of Spiritual Care at CeDAR, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center with UCHealth for seven years.
Leta works with clients to increase awareness and appreciation of what is contributing to their current dissatisfaction. She assists in building a better connection with and honoring of who and how they were born to be.
Bari Platter
MS, RN, PMHCNS-BS, FIAAN
Ms. Platter is a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) trainer and a certified Crucial Conversations trainer. Additional areas of expertise include Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Communication, Cultural Competency and Case Management. She is an internationally recognized speaker/ trainer and is published in the areas of addiction, cultural competency and mental health nursing. Ms Platter was awarded the Florence Nightingale Award for Innovations in Non-Traditional Practice and is a Fellow of the International Academy of Addictions Nursing.
Natalie JefferWilkens
MA, CACII, CSAT, CCTP
Art Therapist, Lotus Lodge
Natalie Jeffers Wilkins, of NAJ Counseling, LLC, is a certified addiction counselor, certified systemic art therapist, and a certified clinical trauma professional, with twelve years of experience in the substance abuse field. Natalie has a MA in Health Psychology and Therapeutic Arts from Regis University and a BA in Communication Art and Design from VCU.
Community
We engage in a variety of community events including; volunteer outings, recovery workshops, 12 step conferences, and community fundraisers. Community is one of the many values we strive for at the Lotus Lodge.
Testimonials
“I felt very safe and cared for at Lotus Lodge. Awesome staff and a real sense of community”
Program Fees
Colorado Access Medicaid and Full Scholarship
1st Month - $0; 2nd month - $400; 3rd month - $600; then $800 a month as long as Colorado Access is maintained
Cash Price
$1,550 per month
($200 intake fee is collected prior to intake for all clients)
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for qualified individuals. Complete the form below for consideration.
Lotus Lodge Sober Living is also partnered with Cody’s Fresh Start, Clean Cause, and the Hornbuckle Foundation, who can help provide assistance to those who qualify. Applications for scholarships are below.
All off the Lotus Lodge houses are certified by the Colorado Association of Recovery Residences (CARR) . This certification demonstrates that Lotus Lodge houses meet the highest quality of standards. These standards include; facilities, support services, education, research, and advocacy. These certifications are acknowledged by the National Association of Recovery Residences (NARR) and are renewed yearly.
Visit www.coloradoassociationofrecoveryresidences.org for more information.