Anderson House

532 County Road 523
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

Anderson House NJ 8889

About Anderson House

Anderson House, in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, is a 12 step focused drug and alcohol rehab for adult women. They offer dual diagnosis care, long term residential care, and transitional and aftercare support. Their primary treatment modalities include psychotherapy, recovery focused life skills training, and evidence based complementary care.

Anderson House is a 12 step focused inpatient addiction recovery center for adult women in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. They offer specialized services for young adults and women with co-occurring addiction and mental illness.

The inpatient program at Anderson House allows clients to focus on their recovery in a highly structured and supportive environment with premium amenities, including private transportation. Clients must be 14 days sober in order to enroll. Clients must also be able and willing to engage in full time employment through the Anderson House residential treatment program. While in residence, clients engage in intensive, trauma informed individual, group, and family counseling. Evidence based complementary therapies are also available, including recreation therapy, meditation, and nutrition therapy. The program prioritizes work therapy and recovery focused life skills training, including courses in coping, self care, wellness, relapse prevention, financial and household management, and independent living.

Anderson House promotes clients’ long term recovery through comprehensive aftercare planning and support, including transitional housing, 12 step program induction, vocational training and employment assistance, and referrals for medical, mental health, and social service programs.

Anderson House accepts Medicaid, Medicare, financing, and self pay. Sliding scale payment assistance is available.

Latest Reviews

Antoinette DiMeglio
Reviewed on 01/31/2024
5
This program was tough and just what I needed to do what I had to do to get right and learn how to be a woman of substance. I initially did not want to go because of the 6 months. Honestly probably could have used more than six months. I surrendered allowed the help to help me and did what they suggested, even when I didn’t want to. I learned how to be productive and responsible and most importantly to be real about my feelings, that’s when the healing began. 1/30/2024 I celebrated 15 years clean . I have the Anderson House to thank for setting the foundation of my recovery process
Karley Rose
4 years ago on Google
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Reviewed on 01/03/2019
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They will keep you there up until six months, no more, no less. I never felt at ease, so I was trying to recover my addiction issues through lying so I culd get out the fastest way possible. They have a high turnover rate and that's because they get paid every time a new one comes in

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Anderson House works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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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.

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.

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Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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 iconSober 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 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).
aftercare iconAftercare 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 rehab in New Jersey is the process of addressing the complex issues involved with addiction. Challenges are identified and addressed through individual and group counseling. Participants learn how to manage these issues without the use of substances.

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

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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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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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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

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.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • meditation iconMeditation Room

Contact Information

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532 County Road 523
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

Fact checked and written by:
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Edited by:
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Best decision

This program was tough and just what I needed to do what I had to do to get right and learn how to be a woman of substance. I initially did not want to go because of the 6 months. Honestly probably could have used more than six months. I surrendered allowed the help to help ... Read More

Antoinette D.
Reviewed on 1/31/2024
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They will keep you there up until six months, no more, no less. I never felt at ease, so I was trying to recover my addiction issues through lying so I culd get out the fastest way possible. They have a high turnover rate and that's because they get paid every time a new one ... Read More

Reviewed on 1/2/2019
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4 (4 reviews)
Karley Rose
4 years ago
5

Kaitlyn Macciocca
7 years ago
5

britt gable
8 years ago
1

I went here a few years ago for help. I got help in the form of the staff trying to use fear and intimidation to "scare you straight." Every Tuesday is clinical day, if your name is called at the end, you got reamed out for some things that were at the most, annoying, that the main counselor, Helen aka Satan, did not like. If you have a family that is successful and you happen to be an addict, don't associate with this place. She (Helen, especially) has it out for any woman who has had more opportunities than her. She is verbally and mentally abusive. The director Jan does nothing about it. They used to be United Way, but I'm sure after Numerous complaints they had to find different funding.Helen also heads the family counseling session, where she accomplishes absolutely nothing except for a tearful goodbye when they leave. She bashes each family member and goes into things highly inappropriate. Highly inappropriate. I cannot stress this enough.This place also forces each woman to sign up for Medicaid. I had private insurance when I went, but was forced to sign up for Medicaid and Food stamps???? They take your food stamps, decide what doctors you can and can't see, force you to go to "their" OBGYN. They also have a history of bed bugs, so get ready to have ALL your things thrown and shrunk in their dryer by Marie! (one of the somewhat decent RA's)When you get a job, they take your pay checks, if you are caught holding even a little money - you're out the door!They will keep you there right before six months and then throw you out, if not- be ready to go stay at one of their sober houses. If you are honest with them about anything, it makes things worse. What type of place makes someone trying to recover addiction issues feel like lying is their best option when faced with a question? Anderson House does! They have a VERY high turnover rate and that's because they get paid every time a new girl comes in! Turning Point now gets a kickback from them.If you love your mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, etc... Do her a favor and if you have to send her to a state funded place... Send her to Crawford House, where they have a mentally stable staff.I was "thrown out (literally)" of Anderson house because I had computers at my job. Literally, that is the reason. They want you to not be able to contact the outside world. if you are presentable enough to get a normal job while there, DO IT.... If not, you'll end up at Bakers Treat, cooking pastries all day with the girls you see 24/7. They spy on one another and use ammo against one another. It's nice to not work with anyone from he house, it allows you to feel like a "normal" person who doesn't have to return to a house where they have anxiety through the roof every night.Another thing, they force you to use the Link. Hunterdon County's transportation system for the physically disabled. How much more degrading can a place get? If you are unlucky enough to have a snow day, the staff WONT drive you to work and leaves you with little options. Lose my job? Or call a close family member for a ride? Thanks, I'll keep my job and call a family member (all this done knowing that clinical Tuesday I would get screamed at by 6 angry old women on how I'm codependent) my argument back for that was: are we learning to call in sick to our jobs on snow days or are we acting like adults and Doing whatever is necessary to get to and from the things you threaten we do? I'll be the adult. It's a very backwards place. You're damned if you do and damned if you don't.You get family visits on Sunday's for a few hours crammed in the living room, with every other girls family. Did I mention Helen took away my family Phone calls and visits for two months at a time? She is the type of person that if you're crying and pleading for help, she smiles in your face and shuts the door. She tries to get a reaction out of everyone (I'm shocked to hear no one has assaulted her yet. She really does get off on tormenting the already distressed.)Do your loved ones a favor and send them elsewhere.

Laura Rawlins
8 years ago
5

Anderson House has a model proven to work. Currently, 76% of last year's graduates are clean, sober, and employed one year from graduation.

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