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Interim House West Inc

4108 Parkside Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Interim House West PA 19104

About Interim House West Inc

Interim House West in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a residential treatment program for women struggling with substance use disorder. It’s one of the few locations that allows mothers to bring their children to the facility. The children will be able to continue their education while the client is receiving treatment.

Proven Therapeutic Treatment For Women

The facility will focus on addressing specific issues that influence women to use substances. Some topics that may be brought up in individual or group counseling sessions include family conflict, low self esteem and abuse. Your counselor will use evidence based techniques such as dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to heal from your trauma and learn how to live a sober lifestyle.

Care Services for Clients’ Children

Interim House West allows mothers to bring up to three children to the facility that are no older than 12 years old. While you’re receiving treatment, your children will be enrolled in schools near the facility.

In the afternoon when students return, they’ll be provided snacks and get help with homework until mothers can come to get them. When clients are there in the summer, their children can participate in camp activities to stay occupied.

Parenting Classes for a Healthy Living Environment

The facility provides parenting classes to their clients to help them know how to raise their children in a positive and healthy environment. The class touches on various issues such as teaching your child how to play properly and more serious topics like abuse.

When you complete your residential treatment, you can begin focusing on finding activities to help you live a sober lifestyle. One option nearby that might be interesting for you and your children to visit is the Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center. It features relaxing landscaped grounds and a mural exhibit.

Latest Reviews

Sunday Fields
1 year ago on Google
5
They are low key
*Miz BitS* (*MizBitS*)
2 years ago on Google
5
I've been at at IHW for over a month, I am going to give birth to my daughter here, and I'm preparing to be a mom to my 2 year old son once again! It's The *Best* Inpatient Mommy and Me Program in Philadelphia! If you're *serious* about your recovery, and have children and/or you're Pregnant CALL THEM ASAP!**Remember** What You put into it IS what you Will get out of it...
Desiree Henderson
2 years ago on Google
1
This place is under staff treats the clients like they are in prison they can't do anything i wouldn't recommend anyone to come to this place.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

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.

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Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

inpatient iconInpatient
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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Clients receiving services from a rehab aftercare program are usually stable and in the maintenance phase of recovery, having completed detox and/or intensive inpatient treatment. Rehab aftercare services can vary widely based on clients' individual and evolving needs, but often include peer coaching, relapse prevention support, 12 step program induction, and medical, mental health, and social service referrals. Individual care plans are typically developed by the client in partnership with their case manager and care team.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Residents of a sober living home in Pennsylvania pay rent and contribute to household maintenance. For their contributions, individuals get the opportunity to live in a substance-free environment and receive support from others in recovery while all residents practice sober-living skills. Sober living expenses are not covered by insurance since they are not treatment services. However, grants and scholarships are often available to help individuals afford rent for men's or women's sober living.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
Intervention services bring extensive experience to the planning and conducting of drug interventions in Pennsylvania. These experts can facilitate interventions in a sensitive manner that encourages positive outcomes. The goal of the intervention is to educate the individual about addiction and the consequences of their substance use and encourage them to get the treatment they need. Interventions can be effective with all types of drugs and alcohol addiction.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
A medical detox is the safest way to wean your body off drugs and/or alcohol in an inpatient setting. When detoxing from addictive substances, the physical and psychological side effects of withdrawal can cause mood swings, anxiety, nausea, or flu-like symptoms. In medically assisted detox, a team of medical professionals are on hand 24/7 to help alleviate potential withdrawal symptoms, administer medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately keep you safe and comfortable throughout this process.

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 Pennsylvania is devoted to the treatment of addiction. Levels of care, treatment methods, and settings differ, but the aim of each program is to end drug dependency and empower participants to achieve long-term recovery.

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.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

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.

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.
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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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

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 (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

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.

Couples therapy in Pennsylvania is typically short term treatment that focuses on building skills that lead to positive long term relationship changes. Sessions with the therapist may occur both jointly and individually.

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.

Life skills are the mental and social skills that are necessary to navigate day to day life. Addiction diminishes or eliminates these skills, so they must be relearned and practiced during drug rehab treatment in Pennsylvania.

Two nicotine replacement therapy medicines have been approved by the FDA. Bupropion decreases cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Varenicline reduces the urge to smoke and the enjoyment you get from cigarettes. Nonprescription therapies include gum, patches, and lozenges.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Michael K. Pearson

CEO

Margaret Wolfe-Coleman

Program Director

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: 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: Pennsylvania

Contact Information

Phone icon (215) 871-0300
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4108 Parkside Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Fact checked and written by:
Eric Owens
Edited by:
Nikki Wisher, BA

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Reviews of Interim House West Inc

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3.5 (11 reviews)
Sunday Fields
1 year ago
5

They are low key

*Miz BitS* (*MizBitS*)
2 years ago
5

I've been at at IHW for over a month, I am going to give birth to my daughter here, and I'm preparing to be a mom to my 2 year old son once again! It's The *Best* Inpatient Mommy and Me Program in Philadelphia! If you're *serious* about your recovery, and have children and/or you're Pregnant CALL THEM ASAP! **Remember** What You put into it IS what you Will get out of it...

Desiree Henderson
2 years ago
1

This place is under staff treats the clients like they are in prison they can't do anything i wouldn't recommend anyone to come to this place.

Angelica Sparks
3 years ago
5

My name is capprice southerland I greatly appreciate all the help Nd love I received

rebecca thomas
3 years ago
5

IHW saved my life!! Most negative reviews are from those who expected the easy way out, you have to work for your recovery and they can be a little tough I wasn’t always happy during my stay but it changed my life!! They gave me my life back my kids back and myself back!! I love this program and appreciate what they did for me ! I

jessica blaine
4 years ago
5

Highly recommended!!!! Especially for those who need to get their life in check!!! For women with children!!! Especially those who need to learn how to clean !!! Because who likes a dirty house!!! Come on now they can even teach your children since you can’t !!! Amazing!!! Karter! With a K !!!! Duh !!!! Now give her some pillows!!! And don’t forget to hide your phone charges!!! Lol and Tablet’s!!!

Tamara Catalan
5 years ago
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Khadijah Carter
7 years ago
1

Stay away from this place if you had a drug or alcohol problem trust me when I say you're better off getting high then being in this s******* the staff know not what they doing and is no treatment going on in here it's like a flop house it sucks I only gave this shitbox one star because I had to not cuz I wanted to

Emelia Robaina-Burgos
8 years ago
1

This place is a disgrace. They constantly have issues with mostly everything. They lie and set you up for failure. Thank God for the clients that helped me with my recovery. I owe it to them. They're daycare stuff is under staffed. Mrs. Lynette and Mrs. Lovetta and mrs. Rita was a great support system for me. The city/state really need to look into how they are running this place. This facility is in place to motivate and encourage you and instead they put so much unnecessary stress on the ladies that can cause relapse. I plan on going to the news media to put awareness on this place. And they prolonged giving me my savings back. I still haven't got it. And they are racist I have proof!

Teren Williams
9 years ago
5

Great super clean place, kid friendly, and they have the most amazing staff who ginuinly care.

Endia brown-rowland
11 years ago
4

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