Often, we would hesitate to wind down and accountability process unless we are sure that whomever we are working with has developed responsible and sustainable systems of support in their life. We look for clues that they have not just one or two, but plenty of decent friends with whom they can speak honestly. This can include housemates, or family members they trust for support. When challenges come up, particularly with issues related to this work. We also work to ensure that they are familiar with the resources available to them around the city. Usually, ending a process looks more like phasing it out over time we go from meeting each week to twice a month to once a month, until finally we are only meeting to check in periodically. After an accountability process, the people with whom we have worked, know that we are here for them whenever they need us.