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Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center – ABLE Halfway House

1727 Amsterdam Ave New York City, NY 10031
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About Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center – ABLE Halfway House

Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center’s ABLE Halfway House is a drug and alcohol rehab located in New York City, New York. They provide transitional housing to those with addictions issues. They have 20 beds for adult men and women.

ABLE stands for Adults Benefiting from a Loving Environment. The residents here want to re-enter society after struggling with drug related issues. Many of them have been in the justice system. When you sign up, you’ll get to take classes in life skills, such as finding a job and boosting your parenting. They also provide hygiene classes for those who need it.

The staff can help you get a job as well as housing. They’ll train you to find work and manage an independent lifestyle. I loved all the different types of groups they offered. You can go to gender specific group counseling or go to a therapy session with just your family members. They also provide individual therapy. They’ll work to get you to think differently in order to change your behavior.

The staff will distribute any medications you need. They can give drug tests and monitor any physical symptoms that you have. They can help you get medical care if you need it.

Latest Reviews

Kari Fdez
4 months ago on Google
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Please don t waste your time taking your child to this place . My child was dismissed because his therapist said we weren t attending the sessions . The therapist and I agreed to have sessions every other week . We missed one session and she decided to dismiss my son s case , mind you her mother passed away during the winter . The company didn t call to inform us that the therapist had an emergency nor did the therapist. I called and texted her and didn t get a response until a month later .. So who s the irresponsible one her ?
Mary Dortch
5 months ago on Google
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They was extremely racist. With staff and patient.
Siren Jewel
6 months ago on Google
1
I give this location a one star or even a zero because it s not a good place to go for psychotherapy. First of all I told the reception that I had an appointment and she had a hard time finding my name and then was telling me that I didn t had an appointment when I know I went in person to make the appointment myself and I had to tell her more than twice that I went to make the appointment in person. Second of all, they have not lifted any Covid mandates as they required me to be fully vaccinated and to wear a mask to get psychotherapy when I was receiving psychotherapy earlier this year at a different location and then at previous location last year and these mandates where not longer required at those locations. When I told the reception about my opinion against the Covid mandates, she told me to leave which I am glad I did.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

When you choose drug rehab in New York, you'll participate in a variety of treatments that are designed to help you live a drug-free lifestyle. Common methods of treatment include group, individual, and family counseling, medication management, nutrition, exercise, and management of co-occurring mental health disorders.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

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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.
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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.

Clinical Services

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation

Staff

Alexander Nti

CFO

James Little

Director of Operations

Dr. Sandra Denis, MD, CHCQM

Chief Medical Director

Tom Haggerty

Executive Director

Kristy Rodriguez, LMHC, CASAC

Director of Addiction Treatment Services

Maritza Senecharles, MHS, CASAC

Director of ABLE House

Claribel Rodriguez, MSW

Director of Care Management Program

Dr. Divya Chhabra

Director of Infant & Early Childhood Services

Contact Information

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1727 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10031

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Reviews of Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center – ABLE Halfway House

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Connie Dunston
2 months ago
5

Kari Fdez
5 months ago
1

Please don’t waste your time taking your child to this place . My child was dismissed because his therapist said we weren’t attending the sessions . The therapist and I agreed to have sessions every other week . We missed one session and she decided to dismiss my son’s case , mind you her mother passed away during the winter . The company didn’t call to inform us that the therapist had an emergency nor did the therapist. I called and texted her and didn’t get a response until a month later .. So who’s the irresponsible one her ?

Mary Dortch
5 months ago
1

They was extremely racist. With staff and patient.

Maryuri Tejada
6 months ago
2

Abigail Masiteng
6 months ago
5

Siren Jewel
6 months ago
1

I give this location a one star or even a zero because it’s not a good place to go for psychotherapy. First of all I told the reception that I had an appointment and she had a hard time finding my name and then was telling me that I didn’t had an appointment when I know I went in person to make the appointment myself and I had to tell her more than twice that I went to make the appointment in person. Second of all, they have not lifted any Covid mandates as they required me to be fully vaccinated and to wear a mask to get psychotherapy when I was receiving psychotherapy earlier this year at a different location and then at previous location last year and these mandates where not longer required at those locations. When I told the reception about my opinion against the Covid mandates, she told me to “leave” which I am glad I did.

Ruth Molina
7 months ago
5

I love this community center. This community center helped me with a lot well recommended for people who need help coping with mental health and useful for people with substance abuse disorders by helping them with food, employment, and other resources. Aumary Rivera works well as a Peer Advocate,Genesis Montero is an awesome substance abuse counselor, and all workers there are excellent at what they do. I will recommend this place. To help you out.

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Lily Lili
8 months ago
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Vikki Allen
8 months ago
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OMG! After reading at least 20 comments, I'm convinced Not to even call about services from this facility. Say less!

waterfall rain
9 months ago
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This place needs to be shuttered. Poor service does not count as serving anyone. The facility is FILTHY. The restrooms are an absolute disgrace. The administrative staff are solidly, stubbornly unreachable. The scheduling and communication is haphazard and inefficient. They make appointments without checking with the patient, and do not inform them of the appointment until the day before. There is no noticeable communication between administration and practitioners. If you ask too many questions, or try to advocate for yourself in any way, the staff either become abusive, or take it personally and get inappropriately upset. Therapists are indifferent. Psychiatrists are unreachable. Close this atrocity.

Rubita Vega
10 months ago
1

Para mi la peor clinica mental Para adolecentes donde la siquiatra hardwick no ayuda a Los niños a mi hijo le dijo que jamas iva a sanar y mi hijo esta en depresion.for me the worst mental clinic for adolecent. I have bad experience the nurse practitioner tyesha hardwick she only give medication and encrease the dose of meds and she also tell my son that he never going to be a normal kids she don't have humanity for child .

Eleny Ynoa
1 year ago
1

This place is horrible. They don’t care about anyones kids. They cancel appointments and don’t let anyone be aware. They don’t answer the phone and they don’t care to help anyone that needs help. They never have answers for you. They are really just usless. Don’t bring your child here because you’ll regret it. Psychiatrists never have availability. They’ll put your child on medication and never follow up on it. Who does that?

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