About Us
Nestled in the tranquil countryside of Lancaster County, conducive to healing and growth and home to the Amish, you will find The Gate House programs. The Gate House programs are non profit community based treatment programs that have been providing quality addiction treatment in a home like environment for over thirty- five years.
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Phases
Transitioning back into the community is difficult. The Gate House treatment program helps clients through a three-phase program.
Services
Each graduate of The Gate House will have obtained the awareness and tools necessary to maintain recovery. They will become aware of how to be a productive member of the community as a result of acquiring a clear understanding of their personal growth, spirit, and principles.
Program Components
Program Components
- With a professional counselor, develop an individualized treatment plan.
- Participate in individual, group and family counseling with certified professionals.
- Obtain a full-time job within 45 days. Vocational counseling and employment readiness are available for those eligible to work. Volunteer experience is made accessible for those who cannot work.
- Mandatory daily attendance of 12 Step meetings that provides assistance with integration into 12 Step meetings and with obtaining a sponsor.
- Participate in life skills education classes including budgeting, parenting, interpersonal communications, nutritional meal planning and preparation, health and wellness, building healthy relationships, Self esteem workshops, and conflict resolution
- Consultations with other professionals are made readily available. Examples of this are; psychiatric services and spiritual counseling.
- Provide Veteran’s with resources for PTSD and related issues
- Planned recreational activities are provided for leisure and enjoyment
- Responsibility is learned through self-ran peer groups and community meetings.
- Complete exit-planning including: Relapse prevention and Continuing Care programs.
- Post graduation support is offered through transitional programs that provide affordable safe housing, weekly group sessions, and an active alumni association.