Hope of East Tennessee Inc., operating the Opportunity House at 115 Lancaster Road in Oak Ridge, TN, offers dedicated treatment and supportive services for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. Collaborating with Ridgeview Mental Health Center, their mission is to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care within a secure and nurturing environment.
HOPE of East Tennessee: Opportunity House
Comprehensive Recovery Services
The facility specializes in addressing both substance use disorders and concurrent mental health issues, recognizing the complexity of dual diagnoses. The overarching goal is to provide stability and support, enabling residents to establish a foundation for a lasting, substance-free life. HOPE of East Tennessee provides both residential and long-term residential settings, offering varying levels of commitment based on individual needs for sustained recovery.
Treatment and Support Approaches
Treatment at the Opportunity House utilizes a variety of proven methodologies to address the physical, emotional, and psychological facets of addiction. This includes both formal therapeutic interventions and essential life-skills support necessary for reintegration into the community.
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Family Counseling
- Substance Use Disorder Education
- Anger Management
- Health Education Services (including HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis support)
- Twelve-Step Program Facilitation (Active participation in AA/NA is required for residents)
Focus on Sober Living and Self-Sufficiency
The Opportunity House emphasizes structure and accountability, viewing complete sobriety as the essential groundwork for future success. Residents are expected to adhere to specific community guidelines designed to foster responsibility and maintain a drug- and alcohol-free environment. Key requirements for residency include:
- Remaining completely sober at all times.
- Attending weekly recovery meetings.
- Participating in random UA testing.
- Maintaining steady employment or volunteer work weekly.
By promoting employment and connection with community services, the program strives to guide individuals toward self-sufficiency and their healthiest possible life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of payment or funding are accepted at Hope of East Tennessee?
The facility accepts Federal or other government funding designated for substance use programs.
Is the Opportunity House strictly a short-term program?
No, the facility offers both residential and long-term residential service settings to accommodate various stages of the recovery process.
What makes the Opportunity House unique in its approach?
It places a strong emphasis on treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, collaborating closely with Ridgeview Mental Health Center, and focusing heavily on long-term self-sufficiency through employment and community engagement.
