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Ellen OBrien Gaiser Addiction Center

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165 Old Plank Road, Butler, PA, Pennsylvania 16002
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Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center: Comprehensive Addiction Treatment

For over five decades, the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center has served as a cornerstone of addiction treatment in the Butler, Pennsylvania region. This established organization is dedicated to providing comprehensive and effective care, integrating time-tested methodologies with the latest innovations in substance use disorder treatment. The Gaiser Center’s mission is to change lives and meet the evolving needs of the community through accessible and high-quality services.

A Recognized Center of Excellence

The Gaiser Center is widely recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence. Notably, it operates as a Pennsylvania Center of Excellence for the treatment of opioid use disorders, signifying a specialized ability to address one of the most critical public health challenges today. This designation reflects the center’s dedication to providing evidence-based practices that lead to positive long-term outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction.

Range of Services Offered

Understanding that recovery is a highly individualized journey, the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center offers a spectrum of services designed to meet clients at various stages of their healing process. The center operates both an outpatient facility and a dedicated inpatient treatment location, ensuring continuity of care and the appropriate level of support.

Outpatient Services

The outpatient facility, located at 315 Liberty Street, provides flexible treatment options allowing clients to receive necessary support while maintaining their daily responsibilities. These services typically include individual counseling, group therapy sessions, educational programs, and relapse prevention strategies.

Inpatient Treatment

The inpatient facility, situated at 165 Old Plank Road, offers a structured and supportive environment crucial for initial recovery and stabilization. Clients receive intensive therapeutic programming focused on underlying issues, coping skills, and building a foundation for sober living. This residential setting allows individuals to fully focus on their treatment without external distractions.

Getting Help

Seeking treatment is a courageous first step, and the Gaiser Center has streamlined access to care. Individuals seeking help can complete a confidential evaluation form or directly call the center’s main line. The center’s long-running history and dedication to integrated care make it a trusted resource for those seeking recovery in Western Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What types of addiction does the Gaiser Center treat?

    The center treats a wide array of substance use disorders, with a specific recognition as a Pennsylvania Center of Excellence for the treatment of opioid use disorders.

  • Does the Gaiser Center offer both residential and non-residential programs?

    Yes, the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center operates both an inpatient treatment facility (residential) and an outpatient facility.

  • How long has the Gaiser Center been providing treatment?

    The Gaiser Center has been operating and serving the community’s addiction treatment needs for more than 50 years.

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
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
Intensive outpatient treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
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
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Relapse prevention with naltrexone
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
Other contracted 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
Other contracted prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Disulfiram
Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Buprenorphine without naloxone
Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
Naltrexone (oral)
Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
Medications for HIV treatment
Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Nicotine replacement
Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
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
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Motivational interviewing
Matrix Model
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
12-step facilitation
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adult women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Veterans
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 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
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Other Services
Treatment for gambling disorder
Treatment for other addiction disorder
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
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
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