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Gaudenzia Inc - Community House

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521 West 7th Street, Erie, PA, Pennsylvania 16502
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Gaudenzia Erie Community House: Specialized Residential Recovery

Gaudenzia Erie Community House, located at 521 West 7th Street in Erie, PA, is a dedicated treatment facility committed to promoting long-term recovery for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. This location specializes in offering residential care specifically tailored for adult females, including those who are pregnant or parenting. Recognizing the unique needs of this demographic, the Community House provides a supportive and structured environment essential for healing and rebuilding lives.

A Compassionate Approach to Comprehensive Treatment

The core mission of Gaudenzia centers on providing comprehensive treatment and support, ensuring assistance is available regardless of an individual’s personal circumstances. The Erie Community House functions as a halfway house/residential program, meaning clients live on-site while engaging in intensive recovery services. Treatment plans are evidence-based and personalized, designed to address the complex interplay of biological, psychosocial, and spiritual factors contributing to addiction. The goal is not just sobriety, but helping clients achieve healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Continuum of Care and Specialized Services

Gaudenzia’s treatment model incorporates a variety of essential services to support all stages of recovery. For residents at the Erie Community House, the focus is on intensive residential SUD (Substance Use Disorder) treatment. This setting offers round-the-clock support and structure necessary for deep, sustained recovery. Furthermore, the facility is equipped to handle co-occurring mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, integrating mental health care alongside addiction treatment.

Key components of the treatment program typically include:

  • Individual Counseling sessions to address personal issues and develop coping skills.
  • Group Counseling, offering peer support and shared experiences critical for recovery.
  • Family Counseling to repair relationships strained by substance use.
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as a pharmacological support option.
  • Life skills training and assistance with adjusting to life in recovery.

This specialized facility ensures that pregnant women and mothers can receive necessary care without separation from their children, promoting recovery within the vital context of family preservation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What types of disorders does Gaudenzia Erie Community House treat?

The facility treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, focusing specifically on the needs of adult women.

Is this facility specifically for women?

Yes, Gaudenzia Erie Community House is an adult female halfway house/residential treatment program, offering specialized care for pregnant and parenting women and their children.

What is the typical length of stay in the residential program?

The length of stay for residential addiction treatment at Gaudenzia is variable and based on a client’s individual clinical needs and progress toward established treatment goals.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
Medicaid
Cash or self-payment
Type of Opioid Treatment
Prescribes naltrexone
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
In-network prescribing entity
Other contracted prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
Other contracted prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Naltrexone (oral)
Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
Medication for mental disorders
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Outreach to persons in the community
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
12-step facilitation
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adult women
Pregnant/postpartum women
Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Clients who have experienced trauma
Testing
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping not permitted
Ancillary Services
Residential beds for clients' children
Case management service
Child care for clients' children
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Language Services
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
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