About Phoenix House – The Edward D. Miller Center – Ronkonkoma
A CARF accredited residential treatment center, The Phoenix House Edward D. Miller Center at Lake Ronkonkoma is located in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York. Most major insurance plans are accepted. I like that they have an integrated approach to their treatment services. They treat the whole person instead of just focusing on your alcohol or drug use.
You’ll undergo an assessment during the admissions process. When creating your tailored treatment plan, this assessment will help staff take into account your social, biological and psychological needs.
A men’s residential program, a women’s residential program and a specialized residential program for veterans are the three programs the center offers. They are able to focus and address each group’s individual needs by offering these three programs. Views on manhood, being a mother in residential treatment and rites of passage are some examples of what may be addressed.
You will participate in group therapy sessions and attend seminars. Once a week you are going to meet with your counselor for individual counseling. During that time, you will go over your treatment plan. Case management and discharge planning are also offered.
If needed, they also provide medication assisted treatment (MAT). They provide buprenorphine and naltrexone. If you are taking methadone, they have partnered with local clinics so that you may still get your medication dose.
What stood out to me is that they encourage you to participate in recreational activities. You are able to go on outdoor walks, attend sporting events, take a knitting class, garden and do yoga. The recreational time will help you relax and connect with your peers.
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