Outreach Project

400 Crooked Hill Rd Brentwood, NY 11717
InpatientOutpatient
Outreach Recovery Center at Pilgrim Center NY 11717

About Outreach Project

Outreach Project in Brentwood, New York, is an adult alcohol and drug addiction recovery center. The facility focuses on providing patient centered care and a treatment approach that is multicultural and multifaceted. In family, group and individual counseling, therapists make use of evidence based practices to help clients heal from their addiction. The facility offers adult outpatient services, outpatient group counseling and co-located mobile medical and physical health services. They also offer specialized treatment for veterans and co-located adult community residences for men. Outreach Project wants their patients to gain the resources they need to cope with stress without using substances.

One thing I really admire about this facility is the level of care offered for veterans. Outreach Project has trained staff members who know how to handle issues related to veterans such as combat trauma and military culture. The facility is able to guide veterans to resources available through the government. They help military clients to heal PTSD and any other stressors that are a result of military service. Additionally, veteran support groups are available, and vocational assessment and planning are provided. Treatment also extends to the veteran’s support system, with therapy sessions available for their family and significant others.

In adult outpatient services, clients can receive counseling to address their drug use, assistance with co-occurring problems and life skills education. Therapeutic approaches that therapists will use to help clients include cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. Patients also have access to medication assisted treatment (MAT) and gender specific group counseling.

Latest Reviews

Jeannie McCarthy
5 months ago on Google
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Edited to add - CAUTIONARY TALE my son was there for almost 18 months and they never communicated to the court that he finished the program. Seven years later, he was picked up on an open warrant out of Nassau County New York. WHILE IN CALI ON BUSINESS- He s now a 24 yo man. If you are mandated to attend Outreach, make sure you are on their TAIL about reporting your status, or you could be haunted the rest of your life for a juvenile matter!!!!!!!! He was in LA twin towers with dangerous conditions etc -son is currently a resident in Early Treatment phase at OH in Brentwood, NY. I am a widow with four children and all of us reacted differently when my husband was killed. Unfortunately for one of my sons, he turned to drugs and an undesirable group of individuals to hide or mask his pain. It was HEART BREAKING (to say the least) to watch him disintegrate from a tall, muscular, handsome talented athlete to a slow, lazy, skinny pot - head. I feel horrible describing him that way, but he would say it himself. He is so thankful for the help that he is receiving at OH 2. The staff CARES about these children (ages 12-18 I believe is the oldest resident) and the staff WANT THEM TO SUCCEED.When a resident "graduates" the program (it is rigorous and to reach Graduation status, you must complete a lot of self reflection, display that you are committed to working on yourself as both a contributing member of society and being the best YOU possible) it is a celebration! I have been lucky enough to share one graduation so far (I can't believe this is only P's fourth week in the program- it seems as if he has been there longer at times but right now it feels less for some reason???)The residents/students are always going on great field trips, which is something that shows them you CAN have a great, fun-filled time SOBER. Everything they do has a reason behind it. I just truly hope that a Mom or Dad suffering through a difficult teen will read this and see that there is HOPE and there IS a future for your child......a SUCCESSFUL future is what I will expect when my son completes the program and when he entered.......I honestly don't know what was going to happen. He was smoking pot daily (under our ROOF where he has a twin brother and two younger sisters!!!) It was ripping me apart and stressing me out to the point where I could not (in my heart, in my opinion.....) effectively parent the other three children (again, I'm still grieving my husband~ it certainly makes it more difficult doing this as a widow AND from afar---we live about an hour from OH2.I sleep SO MUCH BETTER NOW at night knowing my son is SAFE and in GOOD HANDS......learning BASIC LIFE SKILLS that I could never have given him (they have room inspection in the morning, insuring their beds are made and their personal property is all neatly organized, etc.) I love the entire concept behind the program.This program made me realize that EVERYTHING happens for a reason and I'm SO THANKFUL (once again, sorry to be repetitive) to everyone at OH2 for taking such terrific care of our boy. THANK YOU with love, The M. Family from Long Beach ;-)
Rachel Betancourt
9 months ago on Google
1
If I could give this place 0 stars I would. I was there at 13(in my 40s now) they took my parents for their money, got me addicted to mental meds,stripped searched Everytime we left,even if staff was with us,even for medical appointments. No phone calls or letters to parents,daily shaming "haircuts",verbal,mental, sexual,physical abuse from staff,other residents. LOTS of drugs available like the meds they gave us...I'm still dealing with healing from the trauma of this place! As long as I live I will NEVER recommend this place
emily flaherty
9 months ago on Google
1
As a prior student this place to this day gives me nightmares. they hurt children, no actual help. Thanks for the PTSD, kids act out. do not trust your child with people who aren t qualified. - a 9 month prior client
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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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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.
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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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Clients in rehab aftercare programs receive a customized portfolio of services designed to promote their sustained sobriety. These clients have completed high-level treatment, are typically exiting detox and/or intensive inpatient care and are reintegrating into their home, workplace, and community. Rehab aftercare services address addiction disease as a chronic condition requiring continuing care. Clients typically work with case managers and recovery teams to access necessary resources, such as peer coaching and 12 step program induction support.
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
A drug intervention in New York occurs when family members and friends lovingly confront someone with a substance use disorder. The goal of this confrontation is to motivate the person to seek treatment. Loved ones point out how the person's destructive behavior is affecting them in hopes that they will agree to get help. Most inpatient rehab facilities offer intervention services that can help families walk through this process step by step.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
For many different stages and therapies offered during addiction treatment, it's essential to offer 24-hour clinical care in New York. often involves medication treatment for drug or alcohol detox. The withdrawal symptoms experienced during detox can be dangerous, but having medical experts on-site around the clock means someone is always there to step in and provide emergency medical care when and if it is ever needed.

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.

When you choose drug rehab in New York, you'll participate in a variety of treatments that are designed to help you live a drug-free lifestyle. Common methods of treatment include group, individual, and family counseling, medication management, nutrition, exercise, and management of co-occurring mental health disorders.

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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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.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

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.

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.

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Amenities

  • weight iconGym
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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Debra Pantin, MSW, MS

President and CEO

Krista Whitman, LCSW-R, CASAC

Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer

Enoch Chan, MD

Medical Director

John Venza, LCSW-R, LMHC

Vice President for Residential Services and Business Development

David Vizzini, MS, CASAC

Vice President of Operations

Marci Mirisola

Vice President of Outpatient Services

Jessica Shuren, LCSW, CASAC

Assistant Vice President of Outpatient Services

Rebecca Hladky, LMSW

Assistant Vice President of Residential Services

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

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: New York
License Number: 53095

Contact Information

Phone icon (631) 951-2613
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400 Crooked Hill Rd
Brentwood, NY 11717

Fact checked and written by:
Eric Owens
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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3.5 (30 reviews)
Jeannie McCarthy
5 months ago
1

Edited to add - CAUTIONARY TALE my son was there for almost 18 months and they never communicated to the court that he finished the program. Seven years later, he was picked up on an open warrant out of Nassau County New York. WHILE IN CALI ON BUSINESS- He s now a 24 yo man. If you are mandated to attend Outreach, make sure you are on their TAIL about reporting your status, or you could be haunted the rest of your life for a juvenile matter!!!!!!!! He was in LA twin towers with dangerous conditions etc -son is currently a resident in Early Treatment phase at OH in Brentwood, NY. I am a widow with four children and all of us reacted differently when my husband was killed. Unfortunately for one of my sons, he turned to drugs and an undesirable group of individuals to hide or mask his pain. It was HEART BREAKING (to say the least) to watch him disintegrate from a tall, muscular, handsome talented athlete to a slow, lazy, skinny pot - head. I feel horrible describing him that way, but he would say it himself. He is so thankful for the help that he is receiving at OH 2. The staff CARES about these children (ages 12-18 I believe is the oldest resident) and the staff WANT THEM TO SUCCEED.When a resident "graduates" the program (it is rigorous and to reach Graduation status, you must complete a lot of self reflection, display that you are committed to working on yourself as both a contributing member of society and being the best YOU possible) it is a celebration! I have been lucky enough to share one graduation so far (I can't believe this is only P's fourth week in the program- it seems as if he has been there longer at times but right now it feels less for some reason???)The residents/students are always going on great field trips, which is something that shows them you CAN have a great, fun-filled time SOBER. Everything they do has a reason behind it. I just truly hope that a Mom or Dad suffering through a difficult teen will read this and see that there is HOPE and there IS a future for your child......a SUCCESSFUL future is what I will expect when my son completes the program and when he entered.......I honestly don't know what was going to happen. He was smoking pot daily (under our ROOF where he has a twin brother and two younger sisters!!!) It was ripping me apart and stressing me out to the point where I could not (in my heart, in my opinion.....) effectively parent the other three children (again, I'm still grieving my husband~ it certainly makes it more difficult doing this as a widow AND from afar---we live about an hour from OH2.I sleep SO MUCH BETTER NOW at night knowing my son is SAFE and in GOOD HANDS......learning BASIC LIFE SKILLS that I could never have given him (they have room inspection in the morning, insuring their beds are made and their personal property is all neatly organized, etc.) I love the entire concept behind the program.This program made me realize that EVERYTHING happens for a reason and I'm SO THANKFUL (once again, sorry to be repetitive) to everyone at OH2 for taking such terrific care of our boy. THANK YOU with love, The M. Family from Long Beach ;-)

Rachel Betancourt
9 months ago
1

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. I was there at 13(in my 40s now) they took my parents for their money, got me addicted to mental meds,stripped searched Everytime we left,even if staff was with us,even for medical appointments. No phone calls or letters to parents,daily shaming "haircuts",verbal,mental, sexual,physical abuse from staff,other residents. LOTS of drugs available like the meds they gave us...I'm still dealing with healing from the trauma of this place! As long as I live I will NEVER recommend this place

emily flaherty
9 months ago
1

As a prior student this place to this day gives me nightmares. they hurt children, no actual help. Thanks for the PTSD, kids act out. do not trust your child with people who aren t qualified. - a 9 month prior client

Yamm Hey
9 months ago
5

I think that if the child wants to change this is a good place but if the child does not want to, he will escape

Cassidy Schultz
1 year ago
5

Outreach saved my life and helped guide me into a life of soberity as a young sober woman. I was homeless, and had no options with my life as a freshly 18 year old in the grasp of addiction and alcoholism. This place guided me through my mental health and set me up for success with sober housing and a continuous after care plan that ensured a path of soberity. I couldn t be more grateful for Melanie, Elizabeth, Danielle, Suzanne and many other floor staff and counselors. Thank you guys for all you do, and the time you take to help children in need.Also shoutout to Dave and Outreach administration for all of his support, and generous gifts throughout the holidays..

Kelly Detres
1 year ago
1

Last place I would recommend for anyone's loved ones. The way staff neglect everything that goes on in there is insane.

Kk Mm
1 year ago
4

The place is not bad, it is better than others but it is definitely better to talk to the boys and not send children to a place like this

Juan M Tenecela
2 years ago
5

63rd street
2 years ago
5

Nick Alfano
3 years ago
1

Edgar Herrera
3 years ago
1

Mike Brustad
3 years ago
5

Just scroll down and read Brian Tracy's review!I graduated in 18 months way back. Thishome was not only a life saver but it was a life changer. Thank you to my outreach family, Brian Tracy took the words right out of my mouth!

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