This place is disgusting to the food is horrible they are literally forcing us as ex convicts to give them 25% of our paychecks before taxes the staff here on first shift is disrespectful spiteful and petty the admin here are of the sort where you question whether or not the ...
About Volunteers of America – Residential Reentry
Serving individuals throughout Cincinnati, Ohio, the Volunteers of America Residential Reentry Program is a program that works specifically with criminal offenders who have either recently been released from incarceration or are getting ready for early release.
The Reentry Program is a state licensed, accredited, and certified organization that allows you to build the skills you need to safely and successfully reintegrate back into society.
This programming will help you with a range of struggles you may face after you leave incarceration. They also have dedicated substance use programming that will help you address addiction struggles you may have battled in the past. The services provided through the reentry program are offered free of charge.
Substance Use Treatment
There is substance abuse counseling available through the reentry program that will help you learn tangible skills that will minimize your risk of relapse. Through case management, you can also get referred to different treatment programs in the community if you need more robust services.
Reentry Programming
Their reentry services are comprehensive. You’ll work on essential skills like job readiness training so that you can land gainful employment. Obtaining employment will help you build back your independence, and put you on a track of positive behaviors to help support you after incarceration.
You’ll also work on life skills development like how to engage in social situations, how to set boundaries, and how to create and work towards realistic and attainable recovery goals.
Community Resources
To help bolster your chances of success after incarceration, you can get referred to different community resources that can support you in the way you need. These might be resources to help you find permanent housing, educational and vocational training, social services, and any other support you might need.
Facility Overview
130 Number of Available Beds
61 - 90 Avg Length of Stay in Days
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If I could give the VOA transitional housing program for veterans zero stars I would. I helped my ex husband who is an army infantry vet who served in Bosnia and Kosovo into transitional housing. He had been sober 8 months and homeless. We were told the VOA would help with obviously shelter and food but also help with finding a job and helping him build a life. This was not presented as a rehab or a halfway house for criminals. They veterans who are housed here are not allowed to have a tv in their room, even if they own one, they are told how many clothes they can have, and if they have too many they have to donate them or throw them away, they are taken to job fairs with jobs that unattainable for some of them. 50 year old veterans are encouraged to go on college visits instead of getting jobs so they will spend their GI bills and then default on student loans. The case workers that are in the back do not come out and meet with the veterans when they are asked for . They do not help them with resumes or filling out their benefit paperwork. They can have family visitors but they can only sit in this weird cafeteria and not visit or help decorate their rooms or sit in the common are to watch tv. A weekend pass was denied for my ex husband to see his children for one of their birthdays because he was in a probationary period bc he was new? He s not a prisoner, he s not in rehab, yet he can t go visit his children and his children really have nowhere to have a visit with him. This is the biggest load of bullshit and liars I have ever encountered and this is what is allowed to our service men and women. He could not even drink his water out of a Stanley cup because they said it was cross contamination. Their rooms are checked and they are woken up every two hours all night as if in a prison. What is this place actually because it is not making America great again for our vets!
It's what you make of it. For the most part staff is pretty cool. They have had a problem with drugs but it's the residents sneaking them in The staff went out of their way to keep the drugs out but you can't find them all. If you want help you can get it at least that's how it was in 2017&2019
William Sams
Reviewed on 10/19/2024
This place is disgusting to the food is horrible they are literally forcing us as ex convicts to give them 25% of our paychecks before taxes the staff here on first shift is disrespectful spiteful and petty the admin here are of the sort where you question whether or not their intent is to put you back in prison there are no programs but we are forced to sign papers to make it seem as is they are funding the program I have pics of the place in its natural state not after the spend a week cleaning for the audit I wouldn't feed my dog the food they serve there as far as having a roof yeah full of mold and disgusting mold it is not a place to
But as I've said i have pictures the worst part of all of this is that we some of us are ready to be released and need jobs and bank accounts but they refuse to allow it they take 25% of your gross pay before taxes and put everybody's money in the same escrow account so it draws interest and give you absolutely nothing new here everything they provide you with is used does anyone know where all that money goes it needs to be addressed they are asking y'all the public for donations as a non profit organization but they are pocketing probably 800,000 a year it's crazy
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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.
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.
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
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.
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).
Outpatient 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.
Intensive Outpatient Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are designed for clients who need frequent, high-level care but do not require, or choose to forgo, inpatient treatment. Most intensive outpatient rehabs offer a minimum of nine hours of treatment weekly, though clients may receive up to 20 hours of care as needed. These programs typically combine various treatment modalities, including individual, group, and family counseling, medication assisted treatment (MAT), addiction and recovery education, and evidence-based complementary therapies, such as acupuncture and massage.
Medically Assisted Detox Ridding the body of harmful, addictive substances, also known as detoxification, is usually the first phase of recovery. Those going through medically assisted detox can be administered medications by a team of medical professionals who are on-site 24/7 to provide different types of therapies that help mitigate withdrawal symptoms.
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 Ohio provides comprehensive treatment to address the physical and psychological needs of those struggling with substance use disorders. This may involve inpatient and/or outpatient care.
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
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
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.
Some couples therapy in Ohio is designed as short term treatment to address a specific problem in the relationship, such as anxiety, depression, or addiction. Other couples therapy may focus on general strengthening of the relationship by improving interactions.
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
John R. von Arx III
President & CEO
Kathleen Atkins, CDE®
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Ministry Officer
Tom Kmetz, CPA
CFO
Nicole Knowlton
Chief Development and Communications Officer
Jennifer Lee, MNA, SHRM-CP
Chief Human Resources Officer
Michael Salois
Chief Operation Officer
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(513) 639-3743 
115 West Mcmicken Street
Cincinnati OH, 45202
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