About Nicasa Behavioral Health Services – Waukegan
Bridge House is part of the nonprofit Nicasa Behavioral Health Services and is a coed residential halfway house for adults recovering from substance use dependency. This is a supportive living situation to help you with the transition from treatment to an independent sober lifestyle. They also have treatment for co occurring disorders. The house is on Grand Avenue in Waukegan, Illinois and is ADA accessible.
While in the house, you’ll have a personalized treatment program to help you continue your recovery journey. Within the first 30 days, you’ll be required to connect with a recovery sponsor, find employment, build a 25 contact recovery network, and connect with your local community.
You’ll be paying rent each week which includes food and lodging. Rent also includes individual therapy, daily group therapy, comprehensive support services, and weekend activities. You’ll have access to a wide range of recovery support services. There are aftercare counseling and alumni activities, employment counseling, and workshops and seminars. There are also random drug screens to document continued abstinence.
If you have a co occurring mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder, they have treatment services to help you address your challenges. Good nutrition is important to a successful recovery, and you’ll have nutrition counseling while in the house. There are opportunities for recreation and social activities as well. The program includes HIV/AIDS risk reduction education and other educational services.
Most people stay in the house for about four months. While in the house, there is a strong support system and organizational structure. You’ll be expected to follow the house rules that are designed to aid in your recovery.
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