The GateHouse Lititz

649 E Main St
Lititz, PA 17543

The Gate House for Men PA 17543

About The GateHouse Lititz

The GateHouse for Men is a residential addiction treatment center in Lititz, Pennsylvania. They offer extended care for men in recovery, giving them a safe and sober place to live before they transition back into society. You can pay for the services in cash or use private insurance. They also accept Medicaid and county funding.

Most men participate in this program for around three to six months. To get the most out of your stay, they recommend that you complete detox services or inpatient treatment elsewhere before joining. While you’re here, you’ll learn the basic life skills you need to sustain your recovery once you’re out on your own.

I like that they focus on treating the physical, spiritual, and psychological sides of addiction. Their treatment takes place over three different phases, and each phase includes 12 step meetings, home group discussions, group counseling sessions, and daily household chores.

One great thing about this facility is that it recently underwent a total makeover. In 2023, the building was transformed inside and out thanks to a grant from the Lancaster County Drug and Alcohol Commission. The exterior got new materials and landscaping while the interior got new paint and furniture. They also expanded one bedroom to make space for two more residents. In addition to making the space more comfortable and homelike, these renovations also reinforced the concept of starting over and made a difference to the guests.

Some men who have gone through this program in the past say they benefitted from the on site and community wide meetings they attended. They also report that the people who work there are very kind and ready to help.

Latest Reviews

Joe Fecera
3 weeks ago on Google
5
Had nothing but honest answer from staff
Colleen Curry
1 month ago on Google
5
Robert Layfield
4 months ago on Google
3
While I have found most support staff to be helpful in directing my recovery and progressing in my recovery, Gatehouse Lititz does have plenty of problems concerning food availability.I don't believe clients should have to purchase their own food just to eat. They are paid by insurance to provide 3 meals a day, not dry cereal for breakfast because there is no milk.There have also been times when there was no bread to even make a PB&J for lunch.I have been in touch with DDAP regarding these issues.

Location

Accepted Insurance

The GateHouse Lititz works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

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.

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

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient treatment consists of individualized treatment planning which includes the client in deciding the course of their treatment. Outpatient services also include assessments and referrals to community-based resources, relapse prevention planning, and the practicing of recovery skills without disrupting daily routines and is offered for men and women at both their Mountville, PA and Lititz, PA location.
inpatient iconInpatient
Inpatient rehab provides clients with an opportunity to focus solely on their sobriety away from the stressors of the home and workplace. Clients receive housing, food, and intensive clinical supervision. They also typically engage in multiple addiction counseling sessions each week, including daily individual, group, and/or family sessions. Most programs also prioritize recovery-focused life skills training, including courses in relapse prevention. Many facilities offer evidence-based holistic therapies, such as yoga and meditation.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Clients receiving services from a rehab aftercare program are usually stable and in the maintenance phase of recovery, having completed detox and/or intensive inpatient treatment. Rehab aftercare services can vary widely based on clients' individual and evolving needs, but often include peer coaching, relapse prevention support, 12 step program induction, and medical, mental health, and social service referrals. Individual care plans are typically developed by the client in partnership with their case manager and care team.
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).
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Research has shown that the longer a newly recovering person remains engaged in treatment and in a supportive, structured, recovery-oriented environment, the better their chances at long-term abstinence. As a result, The Gate House has helped to develop, and manages, gender-separate recovery residences in Lancaster County. Residents may stay for up to one year, while working toward independent living. Residents participate in weekly house meetings and perform household chores as part of a community living environment, and learn to navigate the challenges of early recovery with the help of live-in peer support.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
Intervention services bring extensive experience to the planning and conducting of drug interventions in Pennsylvania. These experts can facilitate interventions in a sensitive manner that encourages positive outcomes. The goal of the intervention is to educate the individual about addiction and the consequences of their substance use and encourage them to get the treatment they need. Interventions can be effective with all types of drugs and alcohol addiction.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
Because the severity of withdrawal symptoms can fluctuate, constant monitoring under 24-hour clinical care in Pennsylvania is recommended for early recovery. As you undergo detox, medical staff will supervise your health and ensure severe symptoms do not develop or threaten your life. Professional counselors will also be available to treat mental and emotional health needs.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
A medical detox is the safest way to wean your body off drugs and/or alcohol in an inpatient setting. When detoxing from addictive substances, the physical and psychological side effects of withdrawal can cause mood swings, anxiety, nausea, or flu-like symptoms. In medically assisted detox, a team of medical professionals are on hand 24/7 to help alleviate potential withdrawal symptoms, administer medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately keep you safe and comfortable throughout this process.

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 Pennsylvania is devoted to the treatment of addiction. Levels of care, treatment methods, and settings differ, but the aim of each program is to end drug dependency and empower participants to achieve long-term recovery.

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

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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.
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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 Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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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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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.
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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.

It is important to process the impact that traumatic experiences have had on your life. During trauma therapy, you and an experienced therapist confront these experiences and the emotional impact it is had. This helps to reduce your symptoms of stress and anxiety and improve your overall mental health and well being.

Couples therapy in Pennsylvania is typically short term treatment that focuses on building skills that lead to positive long term relationship changes. Sessions with the therapist may occur both jointly and individually.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Addiction is a disease that places significant stress on the entire family. The Family Component at the Gate House was developed to build a support system for family and friends who have loved ones recovering from addiction.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. Life skills education classes including: budgeting, parenting, interpersonal communications, nutritional meal planning and preparation, health and wellness, healthy relationships, self-esteem workshops, and conflict resolution.

Incorporating recreational therapy into drug and alcohol addiction programs in Pennsylvania helps you rebuild your life and maintain sobriety by discovering new interests and developing healthy coping mechanisms. Recreational activities can include painting, team sports, and hiking to promote physical and mental health.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Two nicotine replacement therapy medicines have been approved by the FDA. Bupropion decreases cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Varenicline reduces the urge to smoke and the enjoyment you get from cigarettes. Nonprescription therapies include gum, patches, and lozenges.

Amenities

  • basketball iconBasketball Court
  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • recreation iconRecreation Room
  • weight iconGym
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • wilderness iconWilderness Setting
  • tennis iconTennis Court

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

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
Accreditation Number: 251630

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: Pennsylvania
License Number: G34W6601

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.

NAATP Member: Yes
Member ID: 19968

Contact Information

Phone icon (717) 626-9524
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649 E Main St
Lititz, PA 17543

Fact checked and written by:
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Edited by:
Anna Spooner

Reviews of The GateHouse Lititz

3.84/5 (29 reviews)
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Seans Review

The Gatehouse in Lititz provided me with everything I expected and then some. From staff, to opportunities that have prepared me for my next chapter in my life, all my expectations were met and then some

Sean W.
Reviewed on 12/28/2023
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3.8 (28 reviews)
Joe Fecera
3 weeks ago
5

Had nothing but honest answer from staff

Colleen Curry
1 month ago
5

Matt Dudek
4 months ago
5

In my time at gatehouse I was able to meet some incredible sober support and enjoy life again, what I enjoyed in particular was being able to go to the gym with my peers which was very helpful for my recovery. There are several techs that seem to genuinely care about you and offer there advice and experience, I've grown to care about my peers and got alot out of helping others, I hope to stay connected with them in my recovery journey

Robert Layfield
4 months ago
3

While I have found most support staff to be helpful in directing my recovery and progressing in my recovery, Gatehouse Lititz does have plenty of problems concerning food availability.I don't believe clients should have to purchase their own food just to eat. They are paid by insurance to provide 3 meals a day, not dry cereal for breakfast because there is no milk.There have also been times when there was no bread to even make a PB&J for lunch.I have been in touch with DDAP regarding these issues.

Exodus Morant
5 months ago
1

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with my treatment at Gatehouse. The quality of care that I received was unsatisfactory and there are many areas that need to be re-evaluated and changed. First of all, I found the staff to be inadequately trained and unprepared to treat complex patients. Many of the counselors lacked experience and were lacking the insight and compassion needed in addiction treatment. This was obvious in the way they conducted their one on one sessions and failed to tailor the treatment to the individual. Second, the actual facility was poor. The atmosphere was not one that made you feel comfortable in recovering in. The recreation activities were limited and the resources available for the patients to use were scarce. Third, the structure of the program was very unorganized and inconsistent. The group sessions were often times moved to different times without any prior notifications. This made it difficult to get into a routine and actually feel like you were making progress. Also, the curriculum that was used was very outdated and did not reflect the evidence based methods of addiction treatment. Fourth, the after care support was virtually non-existent. When you are discharged there is little to no guidance or resources given to you to aid you in transitioning back into the normal workforce and everyday life. This is a critical part of addiction treatment and should not be overlooked or given insufficient attention. In conclusion, my overall satisfaction with my addiction treatment at Gatehouse was very poor. There are many aspects of the program that need to be revised to improve the quality of care, facility, and support given to the patients. I hope through this review the administration will take the appropriate actions to correct these problems and better the treatment program that they offer.

Kevin Hopkins
8 months ago
5

Okay the gatehouse lyrics I feel is a great program and help me to the best the counselors and the staff here are great and I suggest anybody to come to this program yes I also have to say the case managers are amazing

Nitai Monge
8 months ago
4

Despite some minor disorganization issues such as menu/food ordering, staff communication, and rule changes, I accomplished what I set out to do with little agitation(mostly from my peers and their opinions of the program). I never went without food at any meal time unless I chose to skip(breakfast/lunch), always got along with and followed directions of staff members, completed my program without a hitch, and benefited greatly from all in-house and outside meetings. I have no regrets and am in a better position mentally, physically, and financially than when I first arrived.Thank you GateHouse staff.

Jb Smooth
8 months ago
5

This program has helped me out tremendously and all the people that work there are very nice and the groups are amazing, if you want recovery gatehouse is my number one choiceThank you all for everything and appreciate the push to keep me moving forward

MARK MYERS
9 months ago
4

The facility was well suited to help me continue my recovery. I found the staff knowledgeable and easy to work with.

Dan
10 months ago
5

They gave me a second chance at life and my marriage. Just follow rules and work program and you're stay here will be worth it.

Sober Man
10 months ago
3

Staff was great no problem at all with them. The Real problem was clients the people you stay with in the house will try to crash you out if you let them but you just got to stay true to yourself and your recovery and just ignore your peers bc non of them are there to really help you and they don't know a real brotherhood they are all about there selfs but I just keep pushing and praying each and everyday to just complete the program and move in with my life.

Brian Epler
1 year ago
5

I had a hard time at first because u couldn't accept the rules thought they were to strict but I came to find out I was wrong my stay turned out wonderful and I learned a lot staff was amazing besides one tech who no longer works here if you take the help they offer you will very happy with your stay here like I was I would suggest the gatehouse to people who need help you will get it there I thank them for all they did for me I'm leaving here a better person and I'm thankful for that they get 5 stars great place

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