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Safe Refuge

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727 Obispo Avenue, Long Beach, CA, California 90804
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Safe Refuge: Comprehensive Drug and Alcohol Treatment in Long Beach, CA

For over 37 years, Safe Refuge has been a vital resource in Southern California, offering a complete continuum of care for individuals seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Located in Long Beach, this established organization is committed to providing accessible and high-quality treatment, ensuring that financial limitations do not prevent individuals from achieving lasting sobriety. Safe Refuge serves the population at large, including those with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive healing.

Holistic Continuum of Care

Understanding that recovery is a journey, Safe Refuge provides a robust array of services designed to meet clients wherever they are in the process. Their approach is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), a testament to their dedication to excellence in rehabilitation services. Clients benefit from a unified system that includes both residential and outpatient options.

Treatment Programs

The core mission is built upon a foundation of comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment, coupled with essential recovery and housing programs. The organization emphasizes hope, change, and success, having served over 24,000 men and women throughout its history.

  • Substance Use Treatment: Addressing dependencies on various drugs and alcohol.
  • Residential Treatment Services: Providing an immersive, supportive environment for recovery on their Long Beach campus.
  • Outpatient Services: Offering flexibility for those transitioning back into daily life or requiring less intensive treatment.
  • Counseling Services: Available as part of a structured treatment plan or independently, focusing on mental and emotional health.

Supportive Housing and Resources

Safe Refuge recognizes that stable housing is crucial for long-term recovery. They offer several housing solutions to provide a safe and sober environment after initial treatment:

  • Recovery Bridge Housing (RBH)
  • Transitional Housing
  • Long-term Housing Options

By integrating clinical treatment with housing stability and mental health support, Safe Refuge provides a pathway for individuals to regain control of their lives and become self-sufficient members of the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Safe Refuge only for residents of Long Beach?

While the residential campus and services are based in Long Beach, Safe Refuge serves all of Southern California, making its programs accessible to a wide regional population.

Does Safe Refuge accept clients with mental health issues alongside addiction?

Yes, Safe Refuge specializes in serving clients with co-occurring disorders, meaning they offer integrated treatment for those dealing with combined mental health and addiction issues.

How can I inquire about accessing services?

If you wish to speak to someone directly about accessing substance use services, you can call the Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SASH) at 1-844-804-7500.

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
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Residential/24-hour residential
Long-term residential
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
Medicaid
Federal military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
SAMHSA funding/block grants
Payment Assistance Available
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Type of Opioid Treatment
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
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
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Other contracted prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Interim services for clients
Outreach to persons in the community
Complete medical history/physical exam
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Anger management
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Community reinforcement plus vouchers
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
Young adults
Adult women
Pregnant/postpartum women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Veterans
Active duty military
Members of military families
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Clients with HIV or AIDS
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 or alcohol urine screening
TB screening
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
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
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