VOA Mid-States — Freedom House

1436 Shelby Street Louisville, KY 40217
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Volunteers of America - Freedom House Women's Addiction Recovery Program KY 40217

About VOA Mid-States — Freedom House

The idea of recovering can be overwhelming and scary but Volunteers of America Freedom House Women's Addiction Recovery Program, located in Louisville, Kentucky, makes it a lot less overwhelming. This facility supports medically guided detox through a local hospital and will save an inpatient spot for the client once the detox period is completed. Treatment options are available same-day so there’s no wait time to get started taking the next steps toward recovery. Transportation is also available for free for those who are seeking treatment as long as they live in the state of Kentucky.

I love this program because of all they offer to help moms and expectant moms fight back against opioid and alcohol addiction. This program is designed to provide a supportive environment that allows moms to bring their children with them, no matter how many kids they have, to gain mental health support and achieve long-term recovery.

After inpatient treatment is completed, VOA allows for part-time jobs to be added to scheduling to help get recovering women back on their feet and into the normal flow of life.

Children who are brought along into the program will be given the option to be enrolled in school or summer camps depending on the time of year. However, if a mom has a young baby with her, she’s allowed to bring the infant with her to group and therapy. I love that VOA focuses on so much more outside of addiction treatment, like CPS parenting classes, birthing plan support, vocational training and continued education on drug and alcohol abuse.

It’s clear from all that the Volunteers of America Freedom House Women’s Addiction Recovery Program offers that they’re focused on the reunification of families that have been broken apart by substance abuse.

Currently, the program accepts Kentucky Medicaid plans. Even if a woman isn’t currently enrolled in Medicaid, the team at VOA will fill out an application to help her receive help. However, even if someone doesn’t qualify for Medicaid, this facility will still work with them to find a cost-effective treatment option.

Latest Reviews

Chaz Anderson
6 months ago on Google
4
I was in this program for 90 days, I loved it. Everyone was very nice, and very knowledgeable about recovering no matter the addiction. Just in this short time, I've learned and accomplished more than I have in a long long time. So a huge shout out to the VOA staff, therapist, peer support, Dr., Nurse, director, and manager. Thank you all
Response from the owner4 months ago
Thank you Chaz for the positive review - we are so happy you ve chosen a healthy, sober life! Check out our webpage - you will see yourself! https://www.voamid.org/locations/liberty-place-at-shelby-campus/
Clifford Montgomery
7 months ago on Google
5
The staff at voa was very instrumental in my recovery the hope shot that is still working for me I recommend this recovery for you or loved ones. A better life is possible
Response from the owner5 months ago
Clifford we thank you for the amazing review! Please stay in touch with us.
CarWash DumpsterBoy
1 year ago on Google
5
Had a great time getting sober here and I miss the staff. This is a good place to get sober with great staff that really care about their patients and many of them are addicts themselves in active recovery. Made a lot of great friends there. Fun times!
Response from the owner1 month ago
We're so glad the hear that! Thank you for taking a moment to let us know about your experience
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Accepted Insurance

VOA Mid-States — Freedom House 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

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.

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.

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 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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
inpatient iconInpatient
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 iconSober 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 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).
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

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 Kentucky often starts with detox, then includes inpatient or outpatient treatment, and continues with aftercare support. Specific methods used during each of these phases varies, but often include individual and group counseling, medication, 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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Staff

Jennifer Hancock

President & CEO

Tom George

Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer McMinn

VP of Clinical Systems

Terri Montgomery

Chief of Staff

Anyah Hoang-Ansert

Chief Operating Officer

Contact Information

Phone icon (502) 635-4530
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1436 Shelby Street
Louisville, KY 40217

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Reviews of VOA Mid-States — Freedom House

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4.3 (59 reviews)
Heather Pruett
1 month ago
5

Chaz Anderson
6 months ago
4

I was in this program for 90 days, I loved it. Everyone was very nice, and very knowledgeable about recovering no matter the addiction. Just in this short time, I've learned and accomplished more than I have in a long long time. So a huge shout out to the VOA staff, therapist, peer support, Dr., Nurse, director, and manager. Thank you all

Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you Chaz for the positive review - we are so happy you ve chosen a healthy, sober life! Check out our webpage - you will see yourself! https://www.voamid.org/locations/liberty-place-at-shelby-campus/
Clifford Montgomery
7 months ago
5

The staff at voa was very instrumental in my recovery the hope shot that is still working for me I recommend this recovery for you or loved ones. A better life is possible

Response from the owner8 months ago
Clifford we thank you for the amazing review! Please stay in touch with us.
CarWash DumpsterBoy
1 year ago
5

Had a great time getting sober here and I miss the staff. This is a good place to get sober with great staff that really care about their patients and many of them are addicts themselves in active recovery. Made a lot of great friends there. Fun times!

Response from the owner1 year ago
We're so glad the hear that! Thank you for taking a moment to let us know about your experience
Jason Browning
2 years ago
5

Response from the owner2 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to let us know that you had a positive and lasting experience with Volunteers of America Mid-States!
Bryan Thiersch
2 years ago
4

Not as good as our last experience Chicken was a little dry had been in the hold pans too long but was edible and tasty.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Hi, Bryan! It looks like this review may have been misplaced. Did you mean to post this for VOA | Liberty Place?
Chance Lefler
2 years ago
5

Being someone who suffers from the mental illness of addiction when I was first forced to come here I hated every minute and every second of everyday in there. But I will say this much. The people who work here and places like this are one of a kind. Truthfully they are my HEROS for saving my life and lord only knows how many more lives they ve saved and helped just by going to work each and every day. Definitely one of the best places to go . Thanks again to everyone over at the Shelby s mens recovery center and the VOA I love you all.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to let us know that you had a positive and lasting experience with Volunteers of America Mid-States!
Maya Miller
2 years ago
5

AG4LIFE (AG4LIFE)
2 years ago
5

Matthew Silvestri
3 years ago
1

You don t wanna go here, avoid if possible. Unprofessional and absolutely inconstant schedule. Changed my therapist half way through my stay, put on behavioral contract without having me sign for it and kicked me out for sleeping through 4-5 meetings out of 215 in 36 days. Much better facilities to go to.

William Isaac
3 years ago
5

Great place for recovery. The staff is awesome, courteous, respectful, and helpful. My life is back on track, and I am headed in the right direction. Thanks VOA!!!

Virginia Jenna Cockerell
3 years ago
5

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