Siena Francis House
Siena Francis House, located in Omaha, Nebraska, is the state's largest provider of services for the homeless. Founded in 1975, it offers emergency shelter and addiction treatment. Unique qualities include a 450-bed emergency shelter, an 80-bed residential treatment program, and 48 units of permanent supportive housing.
The mission of Siena Francis House is to welcome and empower those experiencing homelessness to navigate their path to housing. Notably, they have received Charity Navigator's highest 4-Star rating for fiscal responsibility and are a member of the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands, reflecting their commitment to nonprofit excellence.
- Offers an 80-bed, CARF-accredited residential addiction treatment program based on the 12-Step model.
- Provides vocational counseling and education opportunities to aid recovery and reentry into the workforce.
- Operates 48 units of permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals with disabilities.
- Emergency shelter has separate dormitories for men and women, with a total of 450 beds available.
The Miracles Program at Siena Francis House treats individuals with substance abuse disorders, particularly those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. They provide services for both men and women, focusing on long-term recovery and reintegration into the community.
- 2+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 14 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 6 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 25 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
SAMHSA
CARF
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.
Staff
- Linda TwomeyExecutive Director/CEOExecutive Director since January 2018, with a background in mental health specialty programs.
- Michelle BobierChief Program OfficerOversees program operations and development.
- Chris BauerChief Advancement OfficerLeads fundraising and community engagement efforts.
- Rod BauerClinical Program DirectorDirects clinical programs and services.
- John BendonDirector of Finance/ControllerManages financial operations and budgeting.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Using both legal medications and illegal substances in order to maintain an addiction is substance abuse. Illegal substances can become addictive after a single use. If you are obtaining legal medications illegally, you may be suffering from substance abuse.
Fortunately facilities like Siena Francis House in Omaha, NE are here to help.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction treatment facilities in Nebraska, like Siena Francis House cover both illegal and prescription opioids abuse. Most plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction.
Dual-Diagnosis
When someone in Nebraska struggles with both addiction and mental or emotional illness, this is considered a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis treatment can include emotional trauma, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression. Getting treatment for these issues must occur at the same time to treat either of them effectively.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Intervention, Residential, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Inpatient rehabilitation aims to treat severe addictions and co-occurring disorders. Depending on individual requirements, the duration of the stay at Siena Francis House ranges from four weeks to six months. Nebraska inpatient recovery guarantees that the patient resides in an environment free of drugs.
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.
Intervention services are designed to help loved ones of an individual suffering from alcohol or drug addiction. They aim to help the individual realize that their behavior is causing damage, and external help is crucial to handle their problem efficiently.
Treatment for substance abuse does not cease after an individual successfully completes a detox or rehabilitation program. A vital follow-up treatment service is aftercare support provided to individuals at Siena Francis House in Nebraska after they attain initial sobriety.
Aftercare support often takes the following forms: 12-Step Programs, Outpatient Treatment Programs, and Support Groups. The most effective aftercare programs are tailored to meet an individual’s specific needs and circumstances.
Siena Francis House‘s Therapies & Programs
Treatment programs include individual therapy for the greatest chances of success. Customized individual therapy is counseling involving you and your Siena Francis House counselor. Individual therapy leads to greater peace and understanding about your triggers for addiction.
Spousal relationships bear the brunt of alcohol and drug dependence. It becomes critical to submit the relationship to couples therapy to prevent straining it further. Some facilities like Siena Francis House in Omaha, NE offer couples therapy options to manage intimate partnerships amid the recovery process. Other couples-focused treatment plans can provide the patient and their partner tools to get things back to normal.
When family members are more proactive and involved in the treatment procedure, it encourages the patient to advance his or her progress. Moreover, it shouldn’t be ignored that genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Also, with proper education, family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes necessary for his or her sobriety.
It has been said that unhealed trauma is the root of most addictions. Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. Healing past traumas and introducing coping strategies are strong foundations for sustained recovery from addiction. This may involve individual or group counseling or both, in a Omaha, NE facility. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps those who attend Siena Francis House understand how their feelings, beliefs, and thoughts affect their behaviors. DBT is particularly useful for people with self-harming behaviors, as well as those with substance abuse disorders. DBT teaches people how to tolerate distress, regulate their emotions, and how to become mindful.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on the underlying thoughts and behaviors that caused the problem of addiction in the first place and may cause a relapse. Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders, and if not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders.
CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern by cognitive restructuring. In simple terms, it helps to remove negative thoughts and provides long-term benefits. Also, CBT promotes self-awareness, self-control, and healthy ways to respond to negative thoughts. It can be administered as a mono-therapy as well as a part of combination therapy.
In the midst of an addiction certain healthy habits and behaviors can be forgotten or discarded altogether. While in treatment you will learn life skills that will help you successfully maintain sobriety and rebuild your life in Omaha, NE. Some examples of this are time management, social skills, nutrition, hygiene, stress management and taking care of yourself.
The 12-step program is a part of substance abuse treatment. In this program, peers help each other to achieve the goal of abstinence. It was initially developed by the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous. Due to its huge success, the 12-step program is included as a part of other substance abuse treatments.
The 12 steps guide at an individual level. It begins with the individuals accepting that they are addicts, and they understand its consequences. It is followed by focusing on the recovery process and making amends for hurting others. The program provides the benefit of cognitive restructuring, which refers to the process of change in the negative thoughts that leads to long-term benefits.
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Location & Contact
1702 Nicholas St
Omaha, NE 68102
Phone Number
(402) 341-1821
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Location
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1702 Nicholas St
Omaha, NE 68102 -
(402) 341-1821
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Seniors (65+), Teenagers
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ModalityCouples, Family, Group, Individuals
Ownership
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 24, 2024
Omaha, Nebraska Addiction and Treatment
Despite a total population of slightly less than 2 million residents, methamphetamines are one of the most commonly abused illicit substances in the state. Alcohol abuse is so common that a news article once referred to Nebraska as "America's 9th drunkest state". Although opioid abuse rates in Nebraska are not as high as those in other states, opioids are still involved in most overdoses.
Known for outdoor adventures and a thriving food scene, Omaha boasts parks, trails, and renowned attractions like the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Tragically, Douglas County saw an 84% increase in overdose deaths between 2018-2020, with fentanyl present in 96% of 2022's opioid-involved deaths.
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