Van Ness Recovery House Rehab in Los Angeles, CA | Get Costs, Reviews, Insurance Info

About Van Ness Recovery House

Van Ness Recovery House offers residential addiction and mental health treatment for LGBT individuals in Los Angeles, California. They also provide valuable community resources, including referrals and family support services.

Van Ness Recovery House’s treatment begins with a mental health assessment. These assessments help to establish the resident has achieved sobriety and provide an ongoing support plan and counseling to help them sustain their recovery. Other services include:

Van Ness Recovery House is a 20-bed inpatient addiction treatment center for LGBT people. They welcome individuals with HIV and AIDS and provide evidence-based and trauma-informed treatment to LGBT men and women over 18.

Van Ness Recovery House is a structured recovery residence for LGBT people in early recovery. The program supports individuals to abstain from substances, learn new coping skills and relapse prevention strategies, access medical treatment, and develop a recovery community. The support team also connects residents to stable housing and employment resources.

Van Ness Recovery Home is a private pay facility but also offers sliding scale payment assistance. You’ll want to contact their admissions team to determine your eligibility.

Latest Reviews

James L

3 months ago on Google

Van Ness Recovery Home is a beacon of hope and transformation for anyone seeking recovery in the LGBTQ+ community. The staff is exceptionally dedicated, offering unwavering support and genuine care throughout the entire process. Their expertise and empathy create an environment where you feel understood and valued every step of the way, at the same time keeping you honest and willing.The facilities are comfortable and welcoming, providing a safe and nurturing space conducive to healing. The comprehensive programs are well-structured and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that everyone receives the personalized care they deserve.What truly sets Van Ness Recovery Home apart is its sense of community. The camaraderie and mutual support among residents foster a powerful network of encouragement and strength. I am incredibly grateful for the positive impact this place has had on many of my friends currently and in the past. If you re seeking a recovery center where you will be genuinely cared for and supported, Van Ness Recovery Home is the place to go. Five stars without a doubt!

Brandon Rizzuto

4 months ago on Google

My experience with VNRH is an old one, but I feel compelled to write about it. In short, my addiction caused me to crash my car, loose my job, my apartment, and end up homeless with nowhere to go. I showed up here with nothing, no money and no options. Iwas surprised they took me in, I was told they had a waitlist. Even without any previous experience with recovery or rehab, I could tell right away that this was no cushy sit by the pool and reflect recovery, this was going to be EXTREME! Thankfully I had the sense to not fight it, I did what ever these people told me, even when i didn't agree with it, even when I thought I knew better, even when I wanted so badly to leave, I did the work and I learned deep rooted things about myself that I can't imagine any other place would have even attempted to get out me. It seems so simple now but they used to make us go on these morning walks and read our feelings from a 5 page list. I thought it was stupid time wasting little experience then, but I realized I didn't even know how to express my feelings before- i was either filled with rage or depressed and it was never my fault.Other reviewers may think this place is too extreme with too many rules but honestly, let's face it- addicts are stubborn, manipulative and filled with layers of problems that manifest and fuel their additions. Their tough love is an attempt to cut through all of that so you actually benefit, not just for the moment but for your future.I stayed the full length of the program- roughly 90 days (most people leave or get kicked out well before that time period) I even transitioned to their sober living units they had at the time for another 5 months. They put me on a path to actually rebuild my life, step by step. It's been almost twenty years, and I am grateful today that I am even alive and able to write this, many don't make it.On a final note- you will absolutely hate it here, nothing about it is easy. It's your life- you can choose to fight for it.

B R

4 months ago on Google

I was there for about a month and had to leave due to family issues. A few months later I relapsed and tried to get back into the facility and they told me I wasn t eligible. How is a place that s supposed to help you going to deny you?

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Accepted Insurance

Van Ness Recovery 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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Blue Cross Blue Shield

Elevance Health

UnitedHealth Group

Magellan Health

Other Forms of Payment

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.

Addiction Treatments

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.

12-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).

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 California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

(323) 463-4266

1919 North Beachwood Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068

Get Help Now - 800-985-8516

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Edited by:

Miakayla Leaverson, BS

Reviews of Van Ness Recovery House

3.9/5 (26 reviews)

Google Reviews

3.9 (26 reviews)

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anthony ayala

1 year ago

I'll be quite honest,I have lived with my mom for 29 years and I screwed up my life and ended up here. Playing my guitar journaling also smoking cigarettes is my outlet. I choose to leave because of those things, this place is tough but if you want to be treated like a kid again and stop smoking cigarettes this is the place for you. It's a cookie cutter place for SOME people but not all, the look of sadness comes to mind when I see guys there for over 4-5 months at the house. Imo this house makes up tight boyscouts ready for duty when they come out. This place just wasn't for me and I feel free and this place is for select few. Not me. I respect this house but I dislike the way they run things. IMO

Ruby

I left on my 4th day for 2 main reasons..Basically the strict rules did not support my co-existing eating disorder, and the staff triggered my ptsd with their aggressive verbal behaviors towards the other residents during groups, as well as myself.This method of communication was not suited for me as a victim of abuse, I'm personally too traumatized for their aggressive tactics... would not recommend to severely traumatized people seeking recovery.The program itself is decent. We did different writing and art activities, and different group talk therapy like sessions.The daily routine is very structured and very strict.I was only there a few days and chose to leave and pick a different center to recover at because I strongly disagreed with some of the rules.First rule I didn't like: NO EXERCISE ALLOWED, at all... no yoga, no stretching, no weights, NOTHING. The claim they make is that "we are supposed to be working on our insides, not worrying about our outsides."Second rule: no outside help, meaning that family and friends are not allowed to help by bringing any food or hygiene products to residents in the recovery program. Residents are expected to be 100% self sufficient and will tell their family member to take the food home and not bring any next time.. same goes for tampons..I disagreed strongly about the food, being someone whose struggled with anorexia for more than half my life, having food delivered should not have been a reason for the staff to yell at me.This made me feel unsupported in my ongoing eating disorder, and triggered my trauma flight response as I hate being yelled at and I can't stay somewhere that risks subjecting myself to any kind of verbal abuse.I was honestly sad to leave this place, being someone who is so motivated to recover.. I really thought the Van Ness house could help me.. I'm sure I'll find a recovery program that better suits my needs somewhere else.This place seemed very fit for others who are strictly dealing with addiction, without coexisting disorders. But they do have a QUICK turnaround....

Anthony Chavez

Attended Van Ness for a short duration, just a little over month. This is far short of their recommended 4-6 month stay, so I want to be clear on that.You will learn things about yourself useful to recovery. You WILL.While I won't be returning to the Van Ness house for further treatment, I will say that you will benefit from trying it. What you will learn about yourself is worth taking with you whatever you do afterward.Also, Buffy rules.

Tricia Sikich

2 years ago

I lost my mom and dad while I was in the house if not for my peers and Kathy W. & all the other staff members I would most likely accidentally killed my self I definitely would have drank I know it s a hard program but if saved my life I love you all so much!!!

Paul O.

Autumn

3 years ago

I was in the house. At the time I was not ready to stay clean but they loved me right where I was at. I tried to blame everyone else for my problems but the truth is I was the problem. I have now been sober for three years and I am back working in the medical field and I owe so much to Kathy Watts. Thank you for teaching me that I am good enough

Rod Zenny

This program is not for the faint of heart if you're not willing to start working on your inner human being then don't even bother they will push you to your worst nightmares because they truly care and inspire you to take courage against those fears. I did this program to find humility in my heart to start accepting change and help so I can be of service to others in life... Ask about it it you're suffering from any addiction you deserve peace and love these are the rewards if you truly want them

Sasha Codi Brisendine

I just wanted to give thanks to all impatient rehabs that I have attended, Van Ness Recovery being one of them. I wanted to absolutely let Kathy know I appreciate the straight to the point dig into my ego and tell me the truth about myself. You were totally right and was one of the reasons I came back so I can fix myself. The staff here cares, and I am a better person because of it. I have 8 months clean and sober. Thank you for setting the platform that molded me into the woman I am today.

Courtney Allen

4 years ago

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