About Safe Refuge – East 7th Street – Long Beach
Safe Refuge – East 7th Street, located in Long Beach, California, provides a comprehensive array of drug and alcohol rehab services and housing programs. They also have special programs for clients with dual diagnosis needs, veterans, the LGBTQ+ community, and low income and homeless individuals. The addiction related services offered at Safe Refuge include residential, outpatient, intensive outpatient, transitional housing, and aftercare programs.
Safe Refuge’s residential program is for individuals who need a high level of care and 24/7 support. Accommodations and meals are provided, allowing for the focus to be solely on recovery. This program provides therapeutic activities in a home like community setting. The average length of stay is 30 to 180 days. Counseling and recovery groups, treatment planning, care coordination, career coaching, educational workshops, recreational and social activities, parenting and family services, HIV/AIDS services, 12 Step meetings, and drug and alcohol testing are interwoven into the treatment program.
Intensive outpatient is a step down from inpatient treatment but still functions as a highly structured recovery program. It requires participation seven days per week, 1½ to 3 hours per day. Participants are able to return to their homes in the evening and can often continue working or handling family responsibilities while receiving treatment. Educational topics related to addiction and the issues surrounding addiction are incorporated into the program. Many of the same topics covered in inpatient treatment will be addressed.
The outpatient program at Safe Refuge does not require daily participation and is considered a step down from intensive outpatient care. There are morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend programs available. The staff works with each person to help create a customized treatment plan that meets individual needs and goals. Various topics, such as anger management, life skills, and emotional recovery, are incorporated into the program.
Clients who may need some extra support may be eligible for the supportive housing program. The program can last from 6 months up to 3 or more years, depending on the level of care needed. Supportive housing is open to men, women, and families.
Individuals who complete any of the Safe Refuge treatment programs are eligible for up to one full year of supportive aftercare services, including relapse prevention, crisis counseling, on the job training, job placement assistance, and permanent housing assistance. They also provide an alumni group that meets regularly.
Safe Refuge is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation facilities. Safe Refuge offers a sliding scale and is open to Medi-Cal recipients. Insurance is not accepted, but check your coverage for any applicable out of network benefits.