NICASA Bridgehouse

3016 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL - 60085
(847) 662-4124

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Hours

24 Hours

Last-Modified: 2023-08-02 13:00:27

Bridge House is a community-based residence for men and women recovering from dependence on drugs or alcohol. Services include: Individual and group therapyParticipation in self-help groupsEmployment and vocational counselingWorkshops and seminars in human developmentPeer responsibility in house government and community projectFamily involvement seriesRecreational and social activitiesAftercare counseling and alumni activitiesNutritional counselingFood and lodgingEducational servicesBio-feedback/stress managementHIV/AIDS risk reduction educationUnique Services for Alcohol/Cocaine AbusersDaily reminders on why they chose to quitDocumented abstinence through random drug screensCocaine Anonymous meetings, weekly, on the premisesAlcoholics Anonymous meeting weeklyCocaine educational series that emphasizes negative consequences

Mission Statement: Transforming one life at a time through our behavioral and social health services.

Services: Substance abuse treatment services, Substance abuse treatment, Halfway house, Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)

Fees: Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

Insurances: Self payment

Important Top Tips Before Applying

If you Interested in applying to NICASA Bridgehouse, we recommend that you call them and find out some answers to some or all of the below questions:

What type of housing do you offer? Is it shared or private housing? Is it furnished or unfurnished?
What are the length of stay requirements? How long can I stay in the program?
What kind of support services do you offer? Do you offer job training, case management, or other support services to help me achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
What are the rules and policies? Are there any rules or policies that I need to be aware of, such as curfews, visitor restrictions, or substance abuse policies?
What is the cost of the program? Is there a monthly fee? Are there any other costs associated with the program?
Is the program accredited or licensed? This will help ensure that the program meets certain standards of quality.

In addition to these general questions, you may also want to ask more specific questions about the program, such as:

What is the staff-to-resident ratio? This will give you an idea of how much support you can expect from staff.
What is the success rate of the program? How many residents have gone on to achieve permanent housing and self-sufficiency?
What are the cultural competency practices of the program? Is the program staffed by people who are culturally competent and able to meet the needs of a diverse range of residents?
How does the program ensure the safety and security of residents? What safety measures are in place?
What is the process for resolving disputes? Is there a clear and fair process for resolving disputes between residents and staff?

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