Atlanta Mission - My Sister's House
Atlanta Mission - My Sister's House in Atlanta, GA, primarily focuses on aiding homeless women and children. This shelter, with a capacity of 264 beds, offers not only emergency and transitional housing but also valuable services like addiction recovery support, counseling, and educational programs aimed at fostering long-term stability.
The mission of Atlanta Mission is to transform lives through Christ, focusing on those facing homelessness. While specific licenses or awards were not found, their comprehensive services demonstrate a commitment to addressing the multifaceted needs of their demographic.
- Holistic Services: Provides spiritual, physical, emotional, and vocational support.
- Childcare: Offers specialized childcare to support mothers in the program.
- Addiction Recovery: Includes counseling and spiritual recovery programs.
- Job Training: Facilitates educational services and life skills training.
My Sister's House helps women, including those with children, suffering from homelessness and addiction. Their comprehensive approach addresses substance abuse, mental health, and overall well-being.
- 3 Conditions Treated
- 4 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 9 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment at Atlanta Mission - My Sister's House
Substance abuse creates problems that affect people in Atlanta, GA on many levels. First, substance abuse affects the individual who is abusing drugs or alcohol. This can result in health problems, including heart damage and overdose. Substance abuse also affects the user’s family, friends, co-workers, classmates, or peers. These people feel frustrated because they do not know how to help their loved ones struggling with addiction. At the same time, the addict cannot control his behavior. Lastly, friends and family members of addicts are affected financially by substance abuse.
The good news is that effective treatments can help prevent substance abuse or treat its effects on the user. These treatments, which include behavioral therapy and counseling sessions, target the underlying causes of substance abuse, helping users achieve sobriety so they can regain control over their lives. They also teach users to cope with stress in ways other than using drugs or alcohol.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment in Atlanta, GA
Opioid addiction has become a significant health problem in the United States. When a person’s life becomes unmanageable because of an opioid addiction, treatment can help them get sober. Treatment includes medical care and counseling.
“With so many people struggling with opioid addiction, we need more care and attention for those who want to quit. Opioid addicts often take opioids when they experience a painful injury – that’s how the cycle starts! When someone begins taking their medication differently than prescribed or takes an excessive amount of drugs, it means they’re hooked on drugs and in danger of overdosing.
The most successful way to beat this is through detoxing from these types treatments at Atlanta Mission - My Sister's House in . Most facilities start by using medical support during the process while providing counseling services; rehabilitation comes later on after treatment has been completed successfully.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Inpatient, Residential, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Going to an inpatient rehab facility means living there while all aspects of addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. The treatment involves medical supervision, therapy, and future planning.
This type of rehabilitation provides a drug-free environment for people who struggle with chronic/long-term addiction without having access to drugs outside the center (or their own home). It takes away any distractions because they live there 24 hours per day. If someone is trying to break out old habits, which could lead them back into substance abuse, things like jobs or school can be put on hold until after they complete their stay to focus solely on recovery.
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.
Without aftercare support, addicts can easily relapse back into addiction. It is crucial to integrate the addict back into society. Aftercare support should take place after outpatient treatment has ended.
There are a few different types of aftercare support that patients can seek after completing an inpatient treatment program:
- 12 Step Self-help groups (AA, NA)
- Therapeutic communities,
- Long-term, structured sober living arrangements
- Halfway houses (residential treatment centers)
Many different support groups exist for addicts to seek help after treatment. Some are more effective than others, depending on the person’s addiction, background, and other factors.
Therapies & Programs
Individual therapy is a form of counseling where you meet with a trained professional one-on-one. Meeting with a therapist in this setting allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built. This allows the patient to open up about sensitive or private issues they may not feel comfortable discussing in a group. Individual therapy helps identify the root causes of your addiction, which can help prevent relapse.
Group therapy sessions are another common addiction recovery service. These group sessions typically involve six to 12 addicts who meet regularly with a trained professional for support and guidance.
During these sessions, the group shares their experiences with one another and provides feedback that can help each member avoid relapse or overcome specific obstacles they are facing in their recovery process. With this type of support and guidance, addicts can feel like they are part of a community that understands their struggles and will help them get through the hard times.
It’s not as simple as quitting drinking or using drugs and expecting the hard part to be over. Many addicts in recovery have discovered that they need to improve skills such as time management, organization, communication, socialization, and self-esteem. Learning certain life skills can help those who are struggling with addiction.
Payment Options
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Location & Contact
921 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone Number
(404) 367-2465
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Location
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921 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30318 -
(404) 367-2465
Accepts
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GenderFemale
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AgeAdults (20+), Teenagers
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ModalityGroup, Individuals
Atlanta Mission
Listed October 1, 2021
Updated July 25, 2024
Atlanta, Georgia Addiction and Treatment
Prescription opioid use has caused a large increase in the total amount of overdoses in Georgia. Almost 12% of the Georgia population uses illicit drugs each year, and slightly over 3.5% also abuses alcohol at the same time. This does not include those who binge-drink at least once a month, which includes 20% of all Georgians.
Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, offers a mild climate and plenty of outdoor activities, from hiking trails to visiting parks like Piedmont Park. The city also boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with museums like the High Museum of Art and music venues hosting the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. In 2022, Fulton County reported 707 opioid overdoses and 122 fatal overdoses, with over 85% involving fentanyl. From 2019 to 2021, all drug overdose deaths in Georgia increased by 56%, with fentanyl-involved deaths up 218%.
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