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1117 N 17th St Omaha, NE 68102
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Siena/Francis House - Miracles NE 68102

About Siena Francis House

Siena Francis House provides shelter for the homeless and support for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. They’re one of Nebraska’s leading providers of services for people experiencing homelessness. They also operate a residential substance use treatment — the Miracles Addiction Treatment and Recovery.

This program is housed in the Baright Building at their emergency shelter in Omaha, Nebraska. This 80 bed facility offers free residential treatment to the socially disadvantaged. This includes homeless individuals with substance use disorders, those involved with the judicial system, and individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.

They provide gender specific care for men and women over 19. There are 48 beds for men and 32 beds for women. The program is state certified and CARF accredited indicating commitment to quality care. They accept referrals from community corrections and other addiction treatment providers.

Voluntary clients are also acceptable. They use the 12 step models to deliver individualized treatment that is trauma focused. So they encourage peer support and involvement with the local 12 step community. This may include sponsorship, meeting attendance and participation in other educational/social activities.

You’ll undergo a biopsychosocial assessment upon intake to help the recovery personnel craft personalized treatment plans for you. While in the program you’ll participate in individual and group counseling sessions. This enables you to address personal issues fueling your behavioral challenges and build sound coping skills.

The group therapy cuts across various recovery aspects. There are anger management, relapse prevention and a 12 step model group. Some others include co-occurring disorders, trauma and safety as well as mindfulness groups. You can enroll in the group that best satisfies your recovery needs in line with your treatment planning.

You’ll also be enrolled in onsite vocational counseling, education and service opportunities/assignments. The vocational program cuts across diverse areas including pickup/delivery, vehicle maintenance and food services. This can be a way to develop technical and interpersonal skills that prepare you for gainful employment post-treatment.

They also offer case management services. Your case manager will help you identify stable housing through housing education and connect you to community services like medical care. Aftercare support is available upon successful discharge.

Facility Overview

Bed icon 80
Number of Available Beds
Calendar icon 31 - 60
Avg Length of Stay in Days

Latest Reviews

Lilly / Raheela
2 months ago on Google
1
This is in regards to staff handling and security issues raising my concern. I tried on one incident in march to report a concern and was led the wrong direction. Then tonight my relay to get to security was falsely relayed and when I spoke to whom is security blew it off and made a false statement about my concern without even knowing my concern and details. They aren t doing their job. The sheriffs department was who I was referred to. The very own sheriff department said the security officers had let me down and should have helped me. To hear this from our very own sheriff department in Douglas county that I was not helped pertaining to information of a crime, the Mayors line will be contacted to help with the issue of security and the recorded call which was handled with no security, if I can t get to the Sienna CEO office..security is not enough and are not doing their job, maybe a police needs to be here or the city to shut this place down..it seems crimes are being harbored here and allowed and known. The city needs to know and the CEO and its secretary I plan to contact tomorrow - ladies side said I was a sheriff not true, was hung up on with the men s side the second attempt to call and report the very own security officer who was abusing and offensive towards my concern of safety at Sienna. I was rudely told that they can t give me a name and I never asked for this tonight. Kind of felt that it was handled unprofessionally and I now understand their not doing their job and hope Omaha police and City Office are aware that s most likely why they re called everyday. I do understand they can t give names. Security made it seem as if I was someone rude not understanding - not to be holding back but I do find security is a scam here; trafficking, rape and possible blackmailing and drugging women luring them to hotels and lacing of drugs? I had to call and make a report about part of this (tiny part) and mostly about the incident that took place with me to the local authorities and mentioned security here as non emergency did take care of an issue that security cannot give me the time to state; interrupted me purposely..related to concerns of rape, trafficking, possible blackmailing, drugs, and prostitution. Due to this, the CEO will be contacted during business hours. Im already not expecting a result from Siennas CEO so that s why im counting on the city..fully understand that the security and staff tonight isn t taking concern and doing their job; the police wouldn t be showing up everyday or as much if they did a simple job called security, how hard is it for security here to take a major concern? Just because being buff and tall doesn t mean you qualify.. bc of the first handling by security in march this is why I had a gut feeling to record the call, in case anyone wants to defend security here: People do lie and manipulate and this is security here manipulating, rudely interfering with security issue(s); accused me falsely of a name deal and made the call look as if it wasn t. I would be more than happy to address this monitored call to discuss this situation with the CEO of Sienna Shelter. At this point, I feel for safety here security is causing the problem here and allowing it when will the city shut this shelter down? This place is harboring criminals here that have don t have warrants, is it not bazaar how often the above matters go underreported? Nobody here has it all under control not even security. It s like nothing is getting worked on but crime under the table.
Hershall Bob_b_low
2 months ago on Google
5
Great environment
Dylan Dupree
2 months ago on Google
4
The experience is like this they feed you in child-like portions at every meal and they don't like people asking for seconds they tell you to hit the now the miracle program next treats you better and feeds you but there's a 60 day wait to be let into the program
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Other Forms of Payment

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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.

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 rehabs are often ideally suited for clients exiting intensive inpatient care, those who are medically stable, and those not at an elevated relapse risk. They also offer flexibility for clients who may be unable to leave their work or family to receive inpatient care. Many outpatient treatment centers provide a full suite of services, including recovery education, medication assisted treatment (MAT), and individual, group, and family counseling. Ancillary services, including peer coaching and vocational training, are widely available.
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
Rehab aftercare programs ensure clients receive a complete continuum of care after completing high-level treatment in a detox center or inpatient rehab. Clients typically partner with their case manager and care team to outline their specific recovery needs and goals. Rehab aftercare services are often highly customized and designed to evolve as clients progress in their recovery. Standard services include outpatient treatment and peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction following outpatient care.
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).
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
Intervention services helps family or friends of addicts stage an intervention, which is a meeting in which loved ones share their concerns and attempt to get an addict into treatment. Professional intervention specialists can help loved ones organize, gather, and communicate with an addict. They can guide intervention participants in describing the damage the addict's behavior is causing and that outside help is necessary to address the addiction. The ideal outcome of an intervention is for the addict to go to rehab and get the help they need.

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.

During drug rehab in Nebraska, you'll participate in therapies that address the many issues that contribute to addiction. Treatment includes physical, mental, emotional, and relational aspects. These methods provide the tools you need 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.

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

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.

Often used to address addiction in Nebraska, motivational interviewing helps you become motivated to change. Research shows this method is effective for clients who are unprepared for change or feel unmotivated to change.

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.

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.

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 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.

The right dietary plan is crucial for successful addiction recovery. Nutritionists and doctors will help you create this plan during nutrition therapy in Nebraska. You'll learn about the right foods to give you the energy and rejuvenation you need for long term recovery.

Amenities

  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Linda TwomeY

Executive Director & CEO

Stefanie Wenceslao

Executive Assistant

Michelle Bobier

Chief Program Officer

Chris Bauer

Chief Development Officer

Silvia Rodriguez

Associate Director of Development

John Bendon

Director of Finance/Controller

Angela Finke

HR Director

Shannon Mahnke

Senior Director of Operations

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

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1117 N 17th St
Omaha, NE 68102

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Reviews of Siena Francis House

3.28/5 (101 reviews)
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Horrible experience

Not as advertised, the food is straight from the shelter. Most of the staff treat you like you are an inmate. Very little follow through and consistency from the staff. I for one was asked If I wanted a padlock for my locker to keep my personal items Safe, I said yes I would ... Read More

Jeremy K.
Reviewed on 9/26/2023
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3.3 (100 reviews)
Lashay Kyle
1 month ago
1

SFH staff favoritize certain guests who basically play kissup to the staff and the guests who have common sense and use it are always the suspects of doing wrong even when they dont. the favorite guests get away with anything and everything and others don't get the same treatment. IE: if a favorite screams and yells... nothing happens to them but anyone not favorited does it it's a service restriction or a ban & bar for 3-7 days. they get anything they want if their favored. everyone else suffers with almost nothing or barely anything etc. This is going on too far and it's crossed lines too much and crossed boundaries too much. It's against work ethics for the staff to do this and this is just a little out of control. Plus he let thieves in here and anyone and everyone that is dangerous. So they call this a low barrier, wet shelter and I'm like why but that's beyond me but I just thought I'd tell everybody what happens here so you guys have an idea

Hector Torres
1 month ago
1

Very dirty. Litter everywhere. Bathrooms are disgusting as hell. People steal. People visibly using drugs outside. Staff is rude and under minds you.

Raheela H
2 months ago
1

This is in regards to staff handling and security issues raising my concern. I tried on one incident in march to report a concern and was led the wrong direction. Then tonight my relay to get to security was falsely relayed and when I spoke to whom is security blew it off and made a false statement about my concern without even knowing my concern and details. They aren’t doing their job. The sheriffs department was who I was referred to. The very own sheriff department said the security officers had let me down and should have helped me. To hear this from our very own sheriff department in Douglas county that I was not helped pertaining to information of a crime, the Mayors line will be contacted to help with the issue of security and the recorded call which was handled with no security, if I can’t get to the Sienna CEO office..security is not enough and are not doing their job, maybe a police needs to be here or the city to shut this place down..it seems crimes are being harbored here and allowed and known. The city needs to know and the CEO and its secretary I plan to contact tomorrow - ladies side said I was a sheriff not true, was hung up on with the men’s side the second attempt to call and report the very own security officer who was abusing and offensive towards my concern of safety at Sienna. I was rudely told that they can’t give me a name and I never asked for this tonight. Kind of felt that it was handled unprofessionally and I now understand their not doing their job and hope Omaha police and City Office are aware that’s most likely why they’re called everyday. I do understand they can’t give names. Security made it seem as if I was someone rude not understanding - not to be holding back but I do find security is a scam here; trafficking, rape and possible blackmailing and drugging women luring them to hotels and lacing of drugs? I had to call and make a report about part of this (tiny part) and mostly about the incident that took place with me to the local authorities and mentioned security here as non emergency did take care of an issue that security cannot give me the time to state; interrupted me purposely..related to concerns of rape, trafficking, possible blackmailing, drugs, and prostitution. Due to this, the CEO will be contacted during business hours. Im already not expecting a result from Siennas CEO so that’s why im counting on the city..fully understand that the security and staff tonight isn’t taking concern and doing their job; the police wouldn’t be showing up everyday or as much if they did a simple job called security, how hard is it for security here to take a major concern? Just because being buff and tall doesn’t mean you qualify.. bc of the first handling by security in march this is why I had a gut feeling to record the call, in case anyone wants to defend security here: People do lie and manipulate and this is security here manipulating, rudely interfering with security issue(s); accused me falsely of a name deal and made the call look as if it wasn’t. I would be more than happy to address this monitored call to discuss this situation with the CEO of Sienna Shelter. At this point, I feel for safety here security is causing the problem here and allowing it when will the city shut this shelter down? This place is harboring criminals here that have don’t have warrants, is it not bazaar how often the above matters go underreported? Nobody here has it all under control not even security. It’s like nothing is getting worked on but crime under the table.

Hershall Bob_b_low
2 months ago
5

Great environment

Candice Pagnano
2 months ago
5

Dylan Dupree
2 months ago
4

The experience is like this they feed you in child-like portions at every meal and they don't like people asking for seconds they tell you to hit the now the miracle program next treats you better and feeds you but there's a 60 day wait to be let into the program

Jamie Jacobsen
2 months ago
5

Beau Ransford
2 months ago
1

Place is like a drug and alcohol haven

K D Fountain
2 months ago
5

I enjoy donating to help others.

Awesome Sauce
3 months ago
1

Considering how much money these people are blowing on DoorDash. They clearly are not that needy. They can afford a moral luxurious lifestyle than I can. I wouldn’t bother donating money to them. Clearly, expendable income is not their problem.

Yohance Edwards
3 months ago
1

Very bad

Jo Barfett
3 months ago
1

I don't even stay here but I have a friend who does. This places treatment of the homeless is absolutely disgusting, borderline abusive, and is inhumane. There's theft, from both residents AND staff, the food is absolutely horrendous, and not even enough to keep them satisfied for longer than 2-3 hours. On top of that, there are bed bugs, hard drugs, and so much crime. I wouldn't even describe it as bottom of the barrel. Please, if possible, avoid staying here. It's not worth the emotional torment and abuse you will face. The facilities are unhygienic beyond comprehension. As previously mentioned there's bed bugs, but there is black mold in the showers, and so much sickness it's morbidly laughable. On the topic of sickness, they mistreat people with both physical and mental illness and health issues. If you're apart of any form of minority, be it LGBTQ, different race, disabled, or even just a woman, don't stay here for your own safety and well-being. There are crimes committed here day by day, with people being kicked out, banned and barred, arrested, etc. Not a safe space for families, women, or anyone at all. Overall, if you enjoy not being covered head to toe in bug bites, being moderately hygienic, being somewhat healthy, and having decent physical and mental health, don't stay here. It's not worth the pain, and as others have mentioned you're better off on the street. TLDR: This is the worst shelter you could stay at. Avoid it like the plague.

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