The Anchorage

The Anchorage A Christian ministry to adult men seeking freedom from alcohol and drug addictions. Soon to be a ministry for women as well. and daily assigned work duty.

Our program consists of two phases or levels of residential ministry. The initial phase of the program, Phase 1, is 120 days in duration. This phase is designed to focus the client on his personal issues and his spiritual condition. The requirements are strict and enforced. No visits for the first 30 days, although written correspondence is allowed. Radios, cell phones or phone calls are not perm

itted during this phase. After completion of the initial phase of the program, overnight passes will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Clinical Director. The program components during the initial phase are Bible study, counseling, 12-Step classes. Men that are open to God and the work of the Holy Spirit will experience great change in their lives during this phase. Phase II of the program is based on successful completion of Phase I. Clients are admitted into Phase II by application to the Clinical Director. Phase II enables the client to build on the successes he has experienced during his first 120 days at The Anchorage. Phone calls, visits and weekend passes are permitted during Phase II. Clients must attend weekly AA groups and Chapel services. Each man is required to obtain an AA or NA sponsor and attend a minimum three 12-Step, AA or NA meetings weekly. The men can attend church services in the Albany area. During this time the men are expected to find employment in the area. The client is expected to pay 25% of his earnings on a weekly basis to The Anchorage to begin paying a small portion of his care. Authorization to possess a vehicle is approved on a case-by-case basis by the Clinical Director. Each man entering The Anchorage will receive a Client Handbook detailing general policies and procedures, a Life Recovery Bible, the Handbook of Alcoholic Anonymous, and an Interactive Personal Journal. These books are used extensively in the program and are covered by the Application Fee. The Anchorage approach to treatment for alcohol and drug abuse has proven highly successful for over 65 years. Thousands of alumni lead a successful and fulfilled life today that began with a stay at The Anchorage. Perhaps you or someone you love could benefit from our approach to addiction treatment.

Had a great time with my friends and supporters at First Baptist Putney Brotherhood Breakfast! Thank you for your past s...
05/09/2026

Had a great time with my friends and supporters at First Baptist Putney Brotherhood Breakfast! Thank you for your past support, and I look forward to seeing what God does with all of us in the future!!

Look what a cool display these Anchorage guys made out of driftwood!
05/01/2026

Look what a cool display these Anchorage guys made out of driftwood!

04/30/2026

🌿 NOW HIRING: DIRECTOR 🌿
The Anchorage Women’s Campus
✨ This is more than a job—it’s a calling.
The Anchorage Women’s Campus is seeking a faith-driven, compassionate leader to guide women out of addiction and into a life of healing, purpose, and restoration through Christ.
💛 About Us
We are a Christ-centered recovery program providing women a safe place to heal, rebuild, and rediscover their God-given purpose through faith, community, and accountability.
🔥 What You’ll Do
• Lead with strong Christian values and spiritual guidance
• Oversee daily operations and staff leadership
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
• Integrate faith into recovery programming
• Build relationships with donors, churches & community
• Guide women on their journey to lasting recovery
🙏 Who You Are
• Strong Christian faith and heart for ministry
• Experienced leader (nonprofit, ministry, or recovery preferred)
• Compassionate, organized, and mission-minded
• Able to balance accountability with grace
💫 Why This Role Matters
At The Anchorage, lives are transformed every day. Women come broken—but they don’t stay that way. Your leadership will help guide them from addiction to freedom.
📩 Apply Today
Send your resume and statement of faith to:
blynch@anchorageofalbany.org; copy to krice@anchorageofalbany.org

Look who showed up at the Anchorage with a birdcage!!! Thank you Marilyn, you made my day!!😁😁
04/30/2026

Look who showed up at the Anchorage with a birdcage!!! Thank you Marilyn, you made my day!!😁😁

Everyone put on your calendars May 31 for Anchorage Baptisms! Come help us celebrate over 10 men turning their lives ove...
04/24/2026

Everyone put on your calendars May 31 for Anchorage Baptisms! Come help us celebrate over 10 men turning their lives over to Jesus Christ!! Starts at 5:00 pm in the chapel.

Those Anchorage guys are at it again😁 Built a stream through the forrest. So much talent!!
04/23/2026

Those Anchorage guys are at it again😁 Built a stream through the forrest. So much talent!!

My Anchorage guys and I catered another super cool event downtown at Cornerstone Coffee! You gotta go try Stan’s new cof...
04/18/2026

My Anchorage guys and I catered another super cool event downtown at Cornerstone Coffee! You gotta go try Stan’s new coffee that he is now roasting in-house with his new Coffee Bean Roaster…it is soooo good!

These boys done jumped in the pond……ok, I may have asked them to get Miss Connie some Water Hyacinths😆😂
04/17/2026

These boys done jumped in the pond……ok, I may have asked them to get Miss Connie some Water Hyacinths😆😂

The Anchorage welcomed Cassandra Johnson and Albany State Students enrolled in her Community Mental Health Program yeste...
04/17/2026

The Anchorage welcomed Cassandra Johnson and Albany State Students enrolled in her Community Mental Health Program yesterday to our facility. We had a great time touring the campus, hearing testimonies and fielding questions. What a very bright and articulate group of young adults!!

Man we are having a blast out here in Dawson supporting our local Autism Resource Center!!! Come on out! 1130 Ball Park ...
04/11/2026

Man we are having a blast out here in Dawson supporting our local Autism Resource Center!!! Come on out! 1130 Ball Park Ave Dawson

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162 Hampton Lane
Leesburg, GA
31763

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11:59pm

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+12294355692

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