Oxford House

41 Saint Margaret Street Charleston, SC 29403
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About Oxford House

Oxford House in Charleston, South Carolina is in the Hampton Park area just off Rutledge Ave. It is one of more than 3500 Oxford Houses nationally that house more than 24000 persons in recovery annually. The Oxford House concept began in 1975 and developed into a nonprofit organization supporting a network of democratically run, drug free homes. There are no detox, counseling or therapy services available here. The primary objective is to create an ideal sober living environment to prevent relapse.

All Oxford Homes adhere to three principles. They believe that self help is the foundation of recovery, disciplined democracy is key to living together and relapse can be avoided through a comfortable and self supportive environment. These principles seem effective. A DePaul University study found that only 13% of Oxford Home residents relapsed.

You can enter an Oxford House after completing a 28 day rehabilitation program or a five to 10 day detox program. After you complete an application for residence then you are interviewed by the existing members of the House. Around 80% of the members must approve for acceptance. Houses have eight to 15 members and self elected leaders. All members have equal say regardless of how long they’ve been a resident. Living expenses and utilities are split between members and abstinence is mandatory.

Men and women can apply for residency but live separately. There is no time limit to how long you can stay and most residents stay for up to a year. Some residents stay longer and no one in good standing is ever pressured to leave.

The Oxford House model appears to be an ideal sober living solution for those in recovery. The inclusive, democratic milieu focused on self sufficiency seems to be an effective support for lifelong sobriety.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

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.

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.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
If your friend or family member is living with a substance abuse issue, a drug intervention in South Carolina can help them accept the treatment they need. A drug intervention is a structured confrontation initiated by family and friends and facilitated by intervention services. The professional interventionist provides education about addiction, enabling, and available treatment options.
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Withdrawing from addictive substances, like alcohol, benzodiazepines (like Xanax), or opioids, occurs during the detox process. Since this process can have uncomfortable and even dangerous side effects, the mission of a medically assisted detox is to provide an expert medical team to help monitor your health around the clock. They will work to keep you as safe and comfortable as possible, administering necessary medications to alleviate any withdrawal symptoms.

Treatments

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

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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.

Clinical Services

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.

Contact Information

Phone icon (843) 793-2653
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41 Saint Margaret Street
Charleston, SC 29403

Fact checked and written by:
Jeff Perry
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

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