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906 Davis street Evanston, IL 60201
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About Peer Services

Peer Services, in Evanston, Illinois, provides recovery treatment for teens and adults experiencing substance addiction. The community-based program helps residents of Evanston and those nearby in Chicago and Northfield Townships.

Medications for Recovery

Medication-assisted recovery (MAR) is available for guests struggling with opioid addiction. A physician will determine if this treatment will benefit you. They use FDA-approved medications, like methadone, to lessen withdrawals so you can concentrate on recovery. This service is combined with counseling to pinpoint the root causes of your addiction so you can move past them for sustained sobriety.

Structured Setting for Flexible Treatment

Although they provide outpatient care, guests will have a structured environment where they can focus on recovery without distractions. They work to connect you with others who share the goal of long-term sobriety so you can grow together and not feel isolated, which can happen with substance use.

They also provide holistic treatment methods like mindfulness activities that promote relaxation and may reduce stress. Guests have other therapeutic sessions that allow the time to discuss anything hindering sobriety.

Guests also learn how to develop healthy nutrition plans and proper exercise practices that keep them engaged in recovery and thriving. You’ll learn daily living skills and enhanced parenting skills that give you the resources for sustained sobriety while managing your emotions and potential conflicts after treatment. Art therapy incorporates creativity with counseling and can help with self-expression and fostering connections with others.

DUI Education Classes

Peer Services includes DUI classes and evaluations for those with driving violations. Their program meets the State of Illinois requirements.

Latest Reviews

Jakob Kaufman
2 years ago on Google
5
Peer Services was truly a life saver for my family member. He had struggled with addiction for many years, in and out of various treatment programs. Peer Service's compassionate staff treated him with dignity and provided the exact care that he needed. He is now five years sober and lives a happy and full life. Thank you Peer Services!
Michael Baskin
3 years ago on Google
5
Many years ago, when my fabulous son was 17, he was a limit-pusher. He limit-pushed over his head, and over my head as a parent.We went to PEER Services, together, and met the most extraordinary person. From the first moment, the counselor taught us that by treating my son with respect, as a person who was not a boy, but was an adult in the making, he (and I as a dad) could see gain back control and make good decisions.He met with this counselor for two months, discussed the stuff of high school, athletics, alcohol, and other things young adults were asked to make decisions about - and he became, over time, the adult he is today - the founder of a non profit organization working with youth at risk.I cannot begin to thank PEER enough for the path this wonderful person laid out for my son and for me. It is a wonderful, helpful, logical, and compassionate place when you're not sure how to get out of being over your head.
Scottietoohottie 52
4 years ago on Google
2
much left to be desired in my time here... if people who are getting medical treatments for a state funded and no charges against private ownership clinics and I have been to a few 80 dollars a week is the price people choose to leave a free program peer here to pay 400 per month ima private sector clinic... it's a lot if cherry picking by certain staff towards their favorite clients let alone the people who are not give same privileges as a well liked client... it's free and it's after years of needing to be medicated nessecary a leash... 9mg
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

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 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.

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.

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 & Accreditations

Staff

Norwil Frial-Lopez, Psy.D., MHS, CADC

CEO

Brian Richards, MSW

Operations Director

Erin Tegge, AM, LSW

Prevention Director

Anne Brown

Development 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

Contact Information

Phone icon (847) 492-1778
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906 Davis street
Evanston, IL 60201

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Patti Croft, MBA
Edited by:
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3.8 (6 reviews)
Jakob Kaufman
2 years ago
5

Peer Services was truly a life saver for my family member. He had struggled with addiction for many years, in and out of various treatment programs. Peer Service's compassionate staff treated him with dignity and provided the exact care that he needed. He is now five years sober and lives a happy and full life. Thank you Peer Services!

Michael Baskin
4 years ago
5

Many years ago, when my fabulous son was 17, he was a limit-pusher. He limit-pushed over his head, and over my head as a parent. We went to PEER Services, together, and met the most extraordinary person. From the first moment, the counselor taught us that by treating my son with respect, as a person who was not a boy, but was an adult in the making, he (and I as a dad) could see gain back control and make good decisions. He met with this counselor for two months, discussed the stuff of high school, athletics, alcohol, and other things young adults were asked to make decisions about - and he became, over time, the adult he is today - the founder of a non profit organization working with youth at risk. I cannot begin to thank PEER enough for the path this wonderful person laid out for my son and for me. It is a wonderful, helpful, logical, and compassionate place when you're not sure how to get out of being over your head.

EyeAmDanny 716
4 years ago
5

Scottietoohottie 52
4 years ago
2

much left to be desired in my time here... if people who are getting medical treatments for a state funded and no charges against private ownership clinics and I have been to a few 80 dollars a week is the price people choose to leave a free program peer here to pay 400 per month ima private sector clinic... it's a lot if cherry picking by certain staff towards their favorite clients let alone the people who are not give same privileges as a well liked client... it's free and it's after years of needing to be medicated nessecary a leash... 9mg

Julie Davis
6 years ago
1

It's gotten better than what it used to be but there are still many things that need to change. A lot of the clientele are still using. The privacy issues. Safety concerns. The nursing staff is much better now. Good luck if u have a grievance of ANY kind.

Fran Buckley
7 years ago
5

Peer Services offers much-needed drug/alcohol addiction recovery programs and services of all kinds, including individual counseling, support groups, and a methadone clinic. They are a small, nondescript, un-flashy office in downtown Evanston, IL, a few steps away from both CTA and Metra trains. They accept both court-ordered and voluntary clients with a minimum of red tape-- or at least the client is spared most of the paperwork. Plus, it's a laid-back, friendly atmosphere, not at all intimidating nor marred by judgmental attitude (but don't for a moment take this to mean any sign of unprofessionalism). My only reservation, and this doesn't cause me to knock off a star rating, is that during the methadone clinics the entry area is milling with clients (it's not a large facility) -- which ostensibly might put off some folks but is handled graciously and professionally, and does not interfere with whatever else is going on there. The good people at Peer Services are experienced in addiction issues, are compassionate, bend over backwards for their clients, and know what they're doing.

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