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So Others Might Eat (SOME)

Drug Rehab Center in Washington, DC

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction

So Others Might Eat (SOME) is a Washington, DC based non-profit organization that offers a range of comprehensive and compassionate services, including substance abuse treatment programs, to individuals and families facing homelessness, hunger, and poverty.

About This DC Facility

So Others Might Eat (SOME) is a Washington, DC based non-profit organization that provides comprehensive and compassionate services to individuals and families facing homelessness, hunger, and poverty. Established in 1970, SOME aims to assist the most vulnerable of the DC community through programs that provide housing, food, medical care, job training and counseling. SOME also uniquely provides services to spread awareness and education on addiction and substance abuse.

At SOME, a multi-disciplinary team of social workers and counselors assist individuals in substance abuse recovery through individual and group therapies, case management, referral services, and relapse prevention. Treatment plans are tailored to each individual, and are designed to address the immediate and underlying issues that contribute to substance abuse and addiction. In addition, SOME offers a residential substance abuse treatment program for men in recovery, which provides a safe and structured living environment.

SOME is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and has been recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation in the field of substance abuse treatment. In addition, SOME earned the DC Department of Behavioral Health's highest certification for their substance abuse services. As part of their commitment to the community, SOME also provides continuing education in the field of addiction and social work, and hosts outreach efforts to bring awareness to addiction and its effects.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Veterans
  • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Recovering from any type of substance abuse is a long process, but it is one of the most worthwhile and life changing events any addicted person will ever go through. This is a combination of detoxing the body, rehabilitation, and recovery. There is also therapy, aftercare, and support during the entire process.

    While substance abuse can take over a person’s life, it is something that can also be overcame by professionals at So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, DC

    With so many people struggling with opioid addiction, opioid addiction treatment is more critical than ever before. Patients often take opioids when they face a painful injury. When someone begins taking opioids such as Vicodin or oxycodone differently than how the medications were prescribed, this points to opioid addiction.

    Stopping these types of medications abruptly is not safe. That is where opioid addiction treatment at So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, DC comes in. Most opioid addiction treatment facilities start with detox and move to rehabilitation services while providing medical support during the process.

    Getting over an opioid addiction takes time and determination, but with the right support and resources, those struggling with opioid addiction can recover and move forward with their lives.

    An underlying cause often brings about addiction. Mental disorders can lie at the center, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder. As well as the cause of the addiction, a dual diagnosis by So Others Might Eat (SOME) helps to treat the addiction. This ensures that after treatment is complete, the patient will not fall back on old practices.

    Gambling Addiction, Internet Use Addiction / Disorder, Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse 

    Levels of Care Offered at So Others Might Eat (SOME)

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    An intensive outpatient program is a good option for someone in DC with a milder or less severe addiction. An IOP may involve daily meetings at a treatment facility, along with personal counseling and peer meetings. Some IOP programs offer half-day treatment, while others offer full-day programs. So Others Might Eat (SOME)‘s IOP is customized per individual.

    Outpatient treatment is treatment that occurs when a patient is not checked into a rehab facility. The patient may show up for therapy sessions, go through detox and engage in other therapies to help them recover. However, they will do so while they live at home in DC.

    Outpatient therapy provided by So Others Might Eat (SOME) is usually recommended as a follow up to inpatient therapy. It helps patients adapt to their normal lives after treatment. In some cases, it can also be an alternative to inpatient treatment. People may choose this route if they are unable to leave their jobs, children or if they don’t have the money for inpatient treatment. However, inpatient treatment is the best way to recover from addiction.

    Help with aftercare applies to the follow-up care provided after the initial recovery program offered by So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, DC. The level of support for aftercare plays a vital role in avoiding relapse and in maintaining sobriety. Aftercare support is tailored according to the patient’s needs.

    Therapies & Programs

    Going through couple’s therapy at So Others Might Eat (SOME) in DC allows for both partners to be on the same page regarding addiction recovery. Whether one or both members of the couple struggled with addiction, they can both improve the odds of recovery with couple’s therapy. This teaches how to communicate effectively, avoid relapse triggers, and build a healthy lifestyle to maintain sobriety.

    Families are not always as supportive as they could be, but by opting for family therapy, many recovering addicts are able to understand their addiction and get the support they need to get sober. These therapy sessions at So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, DC involve all members of the family who play a role in the recovering person’s daily life. They work together to overcome past issues, avoid triggers, and remain strong and supportive of each other.

    In group therapy, the patient undergoes sessions with other patients dealing with similar problems under the guidance of a trained counselor. The members of the group interact with each other and talk freely about their issues. The recovery of members of the group from the problems that they face gives the patients confidence that they can also overcome their addiction.

    Group therapy at So Others Might Eat (SOME) reduces the feeling of loneliness and improves the coping skills of the patients. Group therapy provides patients with continuous feedback from other members. The group dynamics ensure that members start having some structure and routine in their lives.

    Trauma therapy zeroes in on traumatic incidents that a So Others Might Eat (SOME) patient in Washington, DC has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles. The goal of trauma therapy is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward.

    Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a method of individual and/or group counseling that focuses on acceptance and change. DBT can be very effective in developing coping strategies for negative emotions.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. Talking through issues can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. CBT is a healthy way So Others Might Eat (SOME) addresses some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in a persons life.

    Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a type of cognitive therapy. It is based on the principle that irrational thoughts are responsible for the emotional and behavioral changes in addiction. The therapy starts with identifying the underlying irrational thoughts. These thoughts are then challenged and opposed logically and then replaced with positive thoughts.

    The 12 step program is the treatment method used by Alcoholics Anonymous, but it can apply to any type of addiction. It outlines the 12 steps addicts should take on the path to recovery. Steps include admitting you have a problem and making the decision to turn your life around. A belief in a higher power and making amends to others are also part of the program.

    Contingency Management (CM), also known as “Motivational Incentives,” is a type of behavioral therapy rooted and based on the concept of operant conditioning, which refers to the behavior shaped in its consequences. This type of treatment intends to give positive compensations in response to a patient’s behavior, such as proper medications and undergoing various drug tests. It can be inferred that this treatment has been effective in curing and lessening a scale of profound issues, which include impulsive behaviors, rebelliousness, and even drug and substance abuse. Given its capability of successful remedy, Contingency Management can also be used alongside other treatment styles at So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, DC or even in stand-alone approaches.

    12-Step Facilitation, Aftercare, Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Contingency management/motivational incentives, Couples Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Discharge Planning, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Employment Counseling / Training, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, Hepatitis Education / Counseling / Support, HIV or AIDS education, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Intervention, Matrix Model, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Therapy, Vocational Training

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    So Others Might Eat (SOME) Location and Directions
    Address Information60 O Street NW
    Washington, DC 20001 Phone Number202-797-8806 x1000 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Washington, DC Addiction Information

    Washington, D.C. has one of the highest rates of cocaine use in the country. Heroin use is also a serious problem. 21% of residents age 12 and older had used illicit drugs in the past 30 days. More than 72,000 emergency department visits related to illicit drugs. It also costs the city a lot of money in healthcare and law enforcement. Some popular options include inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, and 12-step programs.

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