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 ...
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
80 Number of Available Beds
31 - 60 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
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.
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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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FreeMedicaid 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 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 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 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 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).
Intervention 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
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.
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.
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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
(402) 341-1821 
1117 N 17th St
Omaha, NE 68102
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Edited by:
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