AMITA Health GlenOaks School, West Campus

940 Mooseheart Rd North Aurora, IL 60542

About AMITA Health GlenOaks School, West Campus

In North Aurora, Illinois, residents can find AMITA Health GlenOaks Day School – West Campus, a drug and alcohol treatment center that supports adolescents with substance use disorders. AMITA Health (part of Ascension) also provides valuable community resources, such as primary care, psychiatric services, adult treatment, and family support services.

Addiction-related services at AMITA Health GlenOaks Day School – West Campus include mental health assessments, counseling, outpatient programs, and school-based services.

Mental Health Assessment and Counseling
Assessments help drug and alcohol counselors to evaluate participants’ mental health to create an individualized treatment plan, which may involve individual, group, and family counseling.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Outpatient is for individuals who need addiction treatment, but don’t need 24-hour care, such as teens in school. Treatment begins with an assessment and treatment plan. The program includes individual and group counseling, skills development groups, psychoeducation, and aftercare, and the program is held after school hours.

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Tie

1 year ago on Google

My experience at this therapeutic school from freshman year to the end of sophomore year was an absolute nightmare. I was there to recover from severe anxiety and depression, but the environment only exacerbated my issues. The teachers, counselors, and staff were not just unprofessional; they were downright toxic. They displayed a shocking lack of empathy and compassion, often engaging in bullying and mockery of students, including those with severe Autism. It was horrifying to see the very people who were supposed to provide support behaving so cruelly. Particularly egregious were the music teacher, Laura Heinen, and the art teacher, "Dr." Cynthia Carlson. Their snobby, condescending attitudes created an atmosphere of hostility and discomfort. Their behavior was not just rude but downright abusive, making it impossible for students to feel safe or supported. To make matters worse, the counselor I was supposed to meet with every week for 20 minutes was entirely unhelpful. She did not care or make any effort to engage in a professional manner. Her interactions were superficial and lacked any genuine concern for my well-being. The school's point system, used as a way of grading out of 12, was utterly ridiculous and added unnecessary stress. It felt more like a tool for control rather than a measure of progress or achievement. This school failed miserably in providing a therapeutic environment. Instead of helping students recover, it subjected them to further trauma and stress. I would strongly advise anyone seeking a nurturing and supportive educational setting to stay far away from this place.

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Accepted Insurance

AMITA Health GlenOaks School, West Campus works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Quartz

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Devoted Health

Medica

Premera

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Inpatient

When participating in an inpatient rehab program, you'll reside at the treatment center for the duration of the program. Your housing and meals are provided, allowing you to focus on your recovery without outside triggers, stressors, and other distractions. You'll receive daily addiction counseling, drawing on various psychotherapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. Many inpatient drug rehabs also offer complementary holistic therapies, such as yoga, meditation, or animal therapy, and creative arts therapy.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) enable clients to receive high-level care while living at home. Clients may choose to enter IOP instead of enrolling in inpatient care post-detox or they may transition from an inpatient rehab into IOP. Intensive outpatient treatment involves multiple therapeutic sessions per week and includes a combination of psychotherapy and addiction and recovery education. Many programs also offer medication assisted treatment (MAT) and/or holistic therapies, such as acupuncture and massage.

24-Hour Clinical Care

Addiction treatment often begins with 24-hour clinical care in Illinois. This supervised setting is the best environment for detox.where medical staff can provide 24/7 supervision and responsive care as your body is cleansed of addictive substances. Doctors may prescribe antagonist and partial agonist drugs to counteract the effects of drugs or alcohol, or they may slowly taper down dosages of substances to end physical dependence on the drug.

Medically Assisted Detox

During the medically supervised detox process, licensed medical professionals monitor your vitals and administer medications meant to help alleviate the physical symptoms of withdrawal. The process can take between five and seven days, although the actual length depends on your individual needs. In most cases, medically assisted detox is partially, if not fully, covered by insurance.

Partial Hospitalization Program

As a flexible option, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is tailored for those who don't require 24-hour care. PHP treatment can include daily therapeutic sessions and services such as relapse prevention and medication management. Based on your needs, PHP treatment duration can average 90 days and require a minimum of 20 hours of commitment weekly. While a partial hospitalization program typically requires a commute, telehealth may be available. PHP treatment costs can vary but are often covered by most insurance.

Treatments

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Alcohol use disorder (alcoholism) can be severe, moderate, or mild. Symptoms include spending a lot of time drinking, wanting to stop but being unsuccessful, and feeling strong cravings that lead to overuse of alcohol. At any severity level, alcohol addiction is treatable through alcohol rehab in Illinois. Most comprehensive rehab programs include medical detox, inpatient rehab, and ongoing alcohol counseling/support (maintenance).

Drug rehab in Illinois is designed to help people recover from addiction to a number of substances. The length of each program and its intensity tend to vary, and the plan of care is based on your individual needs.

Opioid Addiction

In Illinois, comprehensive substance abuse treatment programs are available for individuals struggling with substances and their mental health. These programs offer various levels of care, including outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization options. Skilled clinicians utilize evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care to address substance abuse and improve your mental health. You'll also learn strategies to cope with relapse triggers and deal with stress.

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Teen Program

Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.

Clinical Services

If you engage in cognitive behavioral therapy in Illinois, your therapist will work with you to change your thinking patterns. You'll learn how to recognize faulty thinking and develop skills to deal with stress without using substances.

Dialectical behavior therapy in Illinois typically involves keeping a diary to track actions and emotions. Your therapist will use this diary to determine what to focus on during each session. In addition to individual sessions, you'll also attend group meetings where you are trained in coping skills.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Motivational interviewing in Illinois is person centered and collaborative. This method allows the therapist to come alongside the client to address the issue of ambivalence toward change. By listening and reflecting, the therapist helps the client see the need for change and commit to making changes.

Trauma therapy provides you with a safe and supportive environment so you can address a traumatic experience. Your therapist helps guide you to understand your emotional, mental, and physical responses while developing healthier coping skills. This helps to improve your emotional resilience and ability to function in the community.

During couples therapy in Illinois, you may work on a variety of relationship challenges. Couples therapy can address topics such as finances, children, health, addiction, intimacy, external stressors, and family relationships. You'll develop tools to address these types of challenges in healthy ways.

Family therapy helps to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships that have been affected by addiction. Therapists use guided interventions to help families improve their interactions and address underlying issues that impact their relationships. This helps create a supportive atmosphere for the recovery process.

Amenities

Residential Setting
Private Rooms
Gym
Recreation Room

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Joseph R. Impicciche, JD, MHA

CEO

Eduardo Conrado

President

Sally Deitch, MSN, MHA RN, FACHE

Executive VP

Eric S. Engler

Executive VP & Chief of Staff

Richard Fogel, MD, FACC, FHRS

Executive VP & Chief Clinical Officer

Saurabh Tripathi

Executive VP & CFO

Christine Kocot McCoy, JD

Executive VP & General Counsel

Michelle H. Kohler, PhD

Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Illinois

Contact Information

(630) 966-1811

Website

940 Mooseheart Rd
North Aurora, IL 60542

Get Help Now - 708-470-6914

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Reviews of AMITA Health GlenOaks School, West Campus

3.3/5 (13 reviews)

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3.3 (13 reviews)

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Shyanne Amour

Glen oaks really help me through my struggles and if your looking to send your kid here I highly recommend the staff were very supportive and they help me graduate on time..When I came to them I was at a freshman level which was 2019 and I graduated on time in 2021 as I was supposed to so I can highly say they are the best

Sharon Josefson

8 years ago

This school should be the model of how we do education in America. Our son is on the spectrum and went from being bullied and failing public high school to being supported and nurtured while thriving academically when he started at Glen Oaks. All the teachers and supporting staff are experts at what they do and will help your student learn no matter what the challenges. If you're searching for a school for your student, stop looking and send your student to this school. We are fortunate we have this school in the Chicagoland area, wish they would open a college!

Nancy Sohn

I categorically recommend GlenOaks Therapeutic Day School to parents for children who are struggling with social emotional issues.   For our son, with his then severe separation and other anxieties, as well as some learning disabilities, it made all the difference in his having a good and happy childhood, and to his having progressed normally into adulthood. It provided him with the support he needed from 3rd grade through his junior year in high school, when he then very successfully mainstreamed into our very good public high school. And, because of GlenOaks, our son was able to go on to to a very successful college experience, including doing very well in his college’s honors academic program, and being a leader in college activities. GlenOaks provided our son with the safe and supportive atmosphere that he needed to work through his issues, while still allowing him to be learning and taking part in other normal day-to-day childhood school activities. These included art, music, and sports, none of which he would have done had he not been at GlenOaks. Further, had our son been in a traditional school, we’re sure that his anxieties would have caused him to be targeted by bullies. And we’re quite sure that that would have exacerbated what was already our son’s diminishing self-confidence and happiness. In contrast, at GlenOaks TDS, he was not bullied, and gained great satisfaction in and confidence from the successes that he had as he progressed through the school’s activities, curriculum and behavioral support programs. We were always impressed with the quality, abilities and commitment of each of the teachers at GlenOaks TDS. They understood our son’s challenges and were always kind while firm in helping him, providing him with an understanding of his struggles and ways to overcome them, a piece at a time. Our son learned self-advocacy skills there that have been integral to his continued and growing successes in his five years since leaving GlenOaks. We have nothing but respect for the GlenOaks TDS program, including the two administrators who founded and still run the school; the other administrators; and the outstanding and committed teaching staff. Because of his time at GlenOaks TDS, our son today is a self-confident, well-rounded, solid, enjoyable adult, as well as a responsible and compassionate person.

Michael S

This was a life-changing experience for our son with Asperger's, and for our entire family as a result. We can't say enough about the passion and dedication of the staff. Our son is now an accomplished, confident college student, and that would not be the case if not for Glen Oaks. If we could give it more than 5 stars, we happily and honestly would!

Jordan Grimm

Its pretty lit here. Level system looks frustrating and it may seem like u wont ever level up and thats what i thought. But i have grown up and changed into a different person and i am on level 4 which i would have never even thought would happen to me about a year ago when i came here. Staff are really amazing here! I have never gotten such good grades and all the staff give me my IEP accomodations i need to do well! I love this school and im so glad i decided to go to GlenOaks! The only negatives i have are that if you didnt have free or reduced lunch at your public school , u need to bring a lunch from home which kinda sucks cuz i used to buy a lunch at school. Also only one person in a bathroom at a time can be annoying when someone takes forever and it drives me crazy that they have that rule, but they probably have some legit reason for it lol. Anyways this school is amazing and there is like no bullying at all, which shows how the students here are, and we are all accepting to everyone!

Malena Graddy

Do NOT send your child here. PLEASE. After finally escaping this place, I've been diagnosed with PTSD. Glen oaks is not therapeutic. Glen oaks is not a school. It's not a place to learn how to cope with mental illness in the real world. It's a place to be DEFINED by your mental illness, to feel like a child, to be insulted and bullied by the students, teachers, and counselors alike. I was sent here by the social worker at my high school who thought I was suicidal. I wasn't. I HAD been going through a rough time, but my beliefs keep me from ever seriously considering suicide. I was tricked into signing all of the contracts before I was given the chance to know what I was agreeing to. I have bipolar disorder, ADHD, and anxiety, but they had never been as bad as they are now until I had been to Glen Oaks. I've always had low self confidence, but before being sent here, I was proud to be myself for the first time in my life. I've always been socially awkward, but before being sent here, I was making new friends. Here, I was constantly criticized for my personal interests: pulmonology and the Shinsengumi, a group of real life samurai in the 1860s. I had never seen how what I was interested in was a problem, yet I was constantly made to feel like a freak because of them by the Glen Oaks staff. I like sharing my interests, but I've always found ways to make them interesting to the person I'm talking to. At Glen Oaks, the teachers told me I was boring the person I was talking to nearly every time I opened my mouth. I still haven't even come close to regaining the self esteem I had before Glen Oaks. I can't talk to people anymore. Each time I open my mouth, I hear in my head, clear as day, my Glen Oaks therapist saying, "They're not interested in that. Stop bothering them." I was made to feel as though I wasn't human. Being at Glen Oaks was constantly depressing. We weren't truly taught anything there, and what tests we DID take, we weren't prepared for. Often times, there was no lesson plan at all. This is when I'd get on one of the computers to do my own research. Those were the only times where I really learned anything. I wanted to be a pulmonologist and I've always cared about my grades, usually getting all As on my report cards. Because of the grades I got during my time at Glen Oaks, my GPA is too low to have a realistic chance of getting into med school. While I was at Glen Oaks, I felt as though I had no future. It took a great deal of effort to get out of there. What made it even more difficult was the fact that the teachers and staff repeatedly lied about my behavior when talking to my IEP team at my high school. Glen oaks was terrifying. I was nearly beaten up by a girl in a room with three teachers when I asked her not to force herself to throw up near me. I don't really blame her, though. If I wasn't terrified of vomiting, I'd have done the same to just get out of there. I lost over 20 pounds during my short time there because I was too depressed to eat. One student, about whom I dream every night, could often be found abandoned out in the hallway during a panic attack, screaming, crying, scratching at and punching the walls until his fingers and knuckles bled. Students who broke the rules were given time outs like they were two years old. This school claims they raise self esteem. Time outs are a mortifying form of punishment for a high schooler. Being at Glen Oaks was an extremely traumatizing experience for me. I truly felt like I'd never be anyone. The memories I have of Glen Oaks haunt me every moment of my life. The flashbacks are making everyday life extremely difficult. My mom tries to help me by telling me I'll never have to go back, but it feels like I never left. No matter how much I try to block it all out, I still smell the hallways. I still hear the voices of my teachers, and sometimes I see them in crowds, miles away from that school. I still feel the same sense of hopelessness every day. This school has permanently scarred me. This school needs to be shut down.

chris beck

9 years ago

Before sending your child here check other alternative schools, although this place is good for emotional and therapeutic needs, it lacks educational value. Some courses were excellent and equivalent to what would be taken at a normal public school, but alot were dumbed down to a ridiculous amount. I have graduated and have felt very poorly prepared for the real world/college and to a different extent than what is normal because of their lack of educational value. Their programming, a poorly designed level/point system that isn't fair to all parties included, makes it so that it is hard to return to your normal school when most of the time (some people need to stay in alternative programs for their own needs) the purpose of a therapeutic alternative schooling is to help you get back up and return to your normal environment. Please consider other schools and look at all the options before choosing here, and please if you do send your child here, listen to their complaints seriously even if they seem outrageous. More than half the time they will be speaking the truth.

Catt Zinn

10 years ago

My home(:

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