Sad that I couldn't afford something better at the time. It was good that I could take my child but beyond that the "treatment" they offer is useless. They only care about the money you make them in the thrift store. Left as soon as I could and tried going somewhere else.
About Olivias House
Located in scenic Birmingham, Alabama, Olivia’s House is a 12 step-focused drug and alcohol rehab for adult women. They offer long-term residential treatment and aftercare planning and support, including dedicated services for young adults, pregnant and postpartum women, women with young children, intravenous drug users, and women with co-occurring disorders. They are licensed by the state of Alabama.
Treatment at Olivia’s House includes comprehensive medical and mental health assessments, personalized care planning, drug and alcohol screenings, and complete case management. Children under age 10 may reside with their mothers while in treatment. Onsite childcare and educational, medical, and mental health services for clients’ children are available.
Their residential program enables clients to focus on their recovery in a highly structured and supportive environment featuring inviting, home-like amenities. Clients engage in intensive individual, group, and family counseling drawing on proven psychotherapeutic modalities. They also participate in robust, gender-specific, recovery-focused life skills training addressing topics such as coping, self-care, emotional regulation, trauma resolution, parenting, job readiness, financial and household management, and relapse prevention. An accredited day school is located onsite.
Their aftercare services ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs and may include step-down support, 12 step program facilitation, employment and housing assistance, and referrals for additional services.
Olivia’s House contracts with most major insurers, such as Aetna, Anthem, Humana, Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, and others. Out of network benefits can vary. Contact your provider to confirm coverage. Financial aid is available.
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I went here they really work with women here but you get discharged for the smallest and stupidest reasons. Really your fate is up to your faith with the Most High and in the want for wanting your situation to change. Remember every staff member have their favorites and mostly Ms.Shun and Ms.Tacara were very kind. I still ended up blessed after leaving this place. And it hurts me to see some of the women now that i attended that place with. It didnt help their situation at all theyre in front of corner stores some walking the streets some have died from drug overdose. They really do this for the money and not for you. You got to care enough for you to make progress in your life. It was a wonderful experience but be prepared to be mistreated most days. I went because of a house fire and was already dealing with dhr and i needed a stable place i stayed a bit longer than my graduation day because of the fire (i had no place to go) and ended up getting kicked out over an argument with another client there and surprisingly they let that girl stay. I ended up with custody of my kids still, a home, good job, drug free, and a nice Mercedes. On the other hand the trash i got kicked out for is a full blown crackhead. So proceed with precautions because this place is something else. Most of the nice staff that was there when i was there ended up quitting bc of how poorly staff treated us.
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Levels of Care
Medically Assisted Detox Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
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.
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 Alabama provides medical or psychotherapeutic treatment for drug dependency. Methods of treatment often include a combination of medication, counseling, and recreational therapies.
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.
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
Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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.
Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
Postpartum Program
The postpartum period is a sensitive time, especially for women in addiction recovery. Rehabs with specialized programs for new mothers will offer compassionate, personalized care to meet each client's needs as they transition from pregnancy to this season of life. Care teams may include obstetricians, pediatricians, and social workers working collaboratively to give women, children, and families a healthy future.
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.
Clinical Services
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.
Contact Information
(205) 833-5708 
8017 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35206
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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