The enviroment is not positive take a long time to take care of the patients, the appointments are made but sometimes you should wait more than necessary.
About Pioneer Recovery Center
Pioneer Recovery center is an inpatient residential alcohol and drug rehab center for women. Located in the Northwoods of Michigan near Cloquet, it offers a comfortable, home-like environment where clients can receive individualized care and round-the-clock support. They know people are much more than their addiction and that substance use is often a response to trauma and other challenges. Clients at this facility can expect to receive comprehensive treatment that addresses the social, emotional, environmental and spiritual facets of substance use.
Clients receive individual and group therapy tailored to their needs. Research suggests group sessions are beneficial as they can help people feel less alone. These are also an opportunity to learn from and help others facing similar challenges. The facility offers a few different groups focused on different themes like developing secure attachments, Seeking Safety and overcoming shame. There’s also a group that applies a feminine lens to the 12-step model which contains quite a bit of male-centric language. All of these groups apply strategies based on empirical evidence.
The staff at Pioneer Recovery are trauma-informed, meaning they have undergone specialized training to care for people who have endured emotional and physical violence and other traumatizing events. They understand the complex ways such experiences can affect a person’s brain and how they interact with the world. Treatments are designed to help people address their trauma and its impact without becoming triggered or retraumatized.
There are 11 bedrooms at this facility with two clients per room. They take same-day admissions for new clients who don’t need detox assistance and meet ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) criteria.
Most feedback for this facility is quite positive. One former client says it’s an amazing place for help with all mental health issues. Many clients praise the staff for being compassionate, respectful and professional and say they appreciate the accepting, communal atmosphere.
Facility Overview
22 Number of Available Beds
15 - 30 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
This places sucks they don t even have a nurse there
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience. We want to clarify that we do have a nurse on site and a nurse practitioner to assist with patient care. We take all concerns seriously and would love to address any confusion or issues you encountered during your visit. If you'd like to discuss your experience further, please feel free to reach out to us directly at 218-879-6844 or pioneerrecoverycenter@outlook.com. We're committed to providing the best care possible and appreciate your input!
I never got in here. Called, spoke to Michelle, said I had to go to detox & probably fenabarbatol at CADT for detox in Duluth. Never in my life needed anything like that kind of detox, been to 3 treatment centers in last two years, only detox is irritability on 3rd or 4rh day, no medication required. Left a good treatment cause mold toxicity in building, so it's possible. After week of detox recently, on my own, went to CADT for assessment Michellesaid I needed, they sent me to a place it costs $250. Drove to Cloquet to talk in person with Michell or someone, she wasn't there, 2 counselors refused to tell me about the place cause said, "I wasn't in there". Asked Michelle to call me next business day, no call. I finally called around 4:00pm, was hung up on twice!! When you're getting off alcohol, its difficult, even if you dont need fenabarbatol, cant keep waiting on my own, running around trying to find help that I really (life & death) need, even if the amounts are not high. Don't think I'd want to be at this place if I could. Thanks for getting my hopes up & then hurt.
Response from the owner3 months ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I'm truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you've faced during your journey and the lack of support you encountered. It s clear that you are in a tough situation, and I understand how frustrating it must be to feel like you're not receiving the help you need, especially during such a critical time. I want to assure you that your feelings are valid, and we appreciate your feedback. It s important to us that everyone feels supported and heard, and I apologize for not meeting your expectations. I will make sure your concerns are addressed with our team so we can improve our communication and services. If you feel comfortable, please reach out to us directly. We want to help you find the right support and resources. You deserve to be treated with care and respect, and we are committed to doing better. Thank you for your honesty, and I hope we can regain your trust.
Very solid staff and really supportive environment.
Response from the owner4 months ago
Thank you! We're proud of our staff and the supportive environment that our residential treatment program! 
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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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient 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 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.
12-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).
Aftercare 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.
Drug addiction is defined as an inability to stop using drugs even though it causes negative consequences in your life. Drug rehab in Minnesota provides treatment for drug addiction in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment and outpatient treatment.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
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.
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.
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.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy meant to be short-term and comprehensive. It was intended to help clients become more self-sufficent and move forward without the need for expensive, ongoing therapy. It includes an emotional self-help method called “rational self-counseling,” the purpose of which is to give clients all the skills needed to handle future emotional issues by themselves, or with significantly less professional help.
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
Jennifer Silverness
CEO
Rachel Wickstrom
PD
Chris Kelly
AD
Sara McNeill
Nursing Director
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(218) 879-6844 
241 Highway 33
Cloquet, MN 55720
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