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First Step Home – Residential

2203 Fulton Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45206
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About First Step Home – Residential

First Step Home in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been providing addiction recovery services for women since 1993. The facility allows mothers to bring children up to 12 with them to the treatment center. The care services clients can receive include withdrawal management, residential and outpatient treatment, and the maternal addiction program.

Withdrawal Management Services to Begin Recovery

First Step Home is a recovery support center that provides withdrawal management services for women who are experiencing moderate withdrawal symptoms. A nursing staff will monitor you as you work through the first days of withdrawal.

The facility can also provide you medication assisted treatment to reduce your symptoms. The length of stay at the recovery support center is typically one to five days. You’ll move forward to the next step of your treatment which can be either residential treatment or intensive outpatient care.

Maintaining Sobriety in Downtown Cincinnati

First Step Home is less than 15 minutes away from downtown Cincinnati. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of restaurants, museums, and art attractions in the area. You can also get a nice view of the city and the Ohio River at Smale Riverfront Park.

Specialized Treatment For Pregnant and Postpartum Women

The Material Addiction Program tailors substance use disorder treatment to the needs of pregnant and postpartum women. Clients will receive trauma informed individual and group therapy, parenting classes, and vocational educational classes.

You’ll also have access to medical and prenatal care. Individuals will learn effective coping skills to prevent relapse and address the core issues that are contributing to their substance use.

Latest Reviews

Alisha Butts
4 months ago on Google
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I came here to get help with drinking to much and I took my son with me stay be here they took my food stamp card then wouldn t allow my son different options to eat he s very picky and has some restriction on foods but my son wouldn t eat what they made for almost 2 days he started to get sick at his belly and a headache even though I still wanted to stay I had to make the best decision for him other then this it was clean and over all got treated well!
Kesha Stevenson
1 year ago on Google
5
I can not believe my picture is still up 19 yrs ago I had do this program with my 1yr old she is now 20 going on 21 this is amazing this place help me to become a better person not only did I see my picture from almost 20 yrs ago but mother did the program as well when I was younger back in 1995-96 thank you for this amazing program
Dona Couch
1 year ago on Google
5
Amazing place
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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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
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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.

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.

Drug rehab in Ohio provides comprehensive treatment to address the physical and psychological needs of those struggling with substance use disorders. This may involve inpatient and/or outpatient care.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

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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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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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

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.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Staff

Morgan Gibson, LISW-S, MSW, LICDC

President & CEO

Jane Benefiel

Director of Finance

DeeAnn Camp

Director of Regulatory Compliance

Cindy Fischer

Director of Human Resources

Angie Hater

Chair

Sara Breiel

Vice Chair

Gina Crowley

Treasurer

Hugh O’Donnell

Secretary

Contact Information

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2203 Fulton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45206

Fact checked and written by:
Eric Owens
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

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3.6 (27 reviews)
melissa Mccoy
3 weeks ago
5

First Step Home completely changed mine and my children's lives for the better. Growing up in a family of addiction and dysfunction, I had to break that cycle and that is exactly what I was able to do through First Step Home.. The support we needed was there for us and we continue to live sober, successful lives 13 years later. We are forever grateful..

tania hinkston
2 months ago
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This place is terrible they do not do anything to prevent bullying they allow roommates to abuse one an other my roommate would sneak a cuss at my kids and even when I had proof they took the abuser side they treat the victim with no respect we come here to be comfortable an be a safe place an they do nothing to help you feel safe I have been being bullied here since day one an I have never been reassure things will change this place is not safe place if you have kids they allow bullying they are very unprofessional they even allow the employees to disrespect they females in recovery this place had made me see no matter how much you work hard no matter how hard you work to stay clean they do not wanna see you over come anything especially when some one is staying to there selfs keeping there head down they will abuse you an make you feel you are alone this place will make you relapse they pick a choose who they wanna support an if they don't like you they will make your time here miserable

Alisha Butts
5 months ago
2

I came here to get help with drinking to much and I took my son with me stay be here they took my food stamp card then wouldn’t allow my son different options to eat he’s very picky and has some restriction on foods but my son wouldn’t eat what they made for almost 2 days he started to get sick at his belly and a headache even though I still wanted to stay I had to make the best decision for him other then this it was clean and over all got treated well!

Kesha Stevenson
1 year ago
5

I can not believe my picture is still up 19 yrs ago I had do this program with my 1yr old she is now 20 going on 21 this is amazing this place help me to become a better person not only did I see my picture from almost 20 yrs ago but mother did the program as well when I was younger back in 1995-96 thank you for this amazing program

Dona Couch
1 year ago
5

Amazing place

Happy Teej
1 year ago
5

...one of God's Hotels for the broken and the lost...

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Thank you Happy Teej. We hope to help many lost souls find their way again.
Webb Adam
1 year ago
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Renee Clark
1 year ago
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Jillian Mercer
2 years ago
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Meloney Wilson
3 years ago
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Steven Searcy Sr.
3 years ago
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This place has been on nonsense quarantine taking group photos and allowing them to attend meetings doctors and mingle but won't let them have family passes to unite husband wives and children for stave recovery

Kristina Sicurella
4 years ago
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