Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center
Bowery Residents' Committee, located in New York, NY, focuses on substance abuse treatment and mental health care for homeless individuals. Their unique offerings include a 200-bed residence, comprehensive case management, social services, and healthcare—all under one roof in a vertical campus setting.
BRC's mission is to restore hope and dignity by providing opportunities for health, self-sufficiency, and long-term solutions to individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental illness.
- Integrated Care: Multiple services are available in one location, making it easier for clients to access the help they need.
- Mental Health Support: Specialized care for individuals with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders.
- Comprehensive Treatment: Offers cognitive behavioral therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and group counseling.
- Housing Assistance: The Jack Ryan Residence provides transitional housing for 200 adults with mental illness and addiction challenges.
BRC serves homeless adults dealing with substance abuse and mental illness, offering comprehensive assistance to help them stabilize their lives and work towards independence.
- 2 Conditions Treated
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Japanese, Spanish, Tagalog
- 20 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Staff
- Lawrence 'Muzzy' RosenblattChief Executive Officer and PresidentHeld positions in NYC municipal government before becoming CEO of BRC.
- David TatumChief Program OfficerServes as a key member of BRC's leadership team.
- Lilia Marini-CalvesChief Financial OfficerManages financial operations for BRC.
- Maurice WilloughbyChief Administrative OfficerOversees administrative functions at BRC.
- Shira FisherChief Development OfficerLeads fundraising and development efforts for BRC.
- ChristiTherapist/Clinical SupervisorStarted as volunteer, pioneered art therapy program at BRC.
- Richard SwansonVice Chair, Board of DirectorsManaging Director and General Counsel at York Capital Management.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers exist in New York, NY to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse, which is an umbrella term for drug and alcohol addiction. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Centers like Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center provide individuals a chance to access individual and group therapy that can be monumental for recovery.
Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using various psychoactive substances. It is also a diagnostic term used by Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) to define the mental and physical impairment or distress caused by misuse and overuse of certain substances in a period of 12 months.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction involves addiction to legal or illegal opioids. It may happen very quickly with any opioid use. Sometimes within a matter of days. Opioid addiction is a known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction.
Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use even if they want to quit. Stopping using an opioid requires careful medical observation. Sometimes the withdrawal can persist for many weeks, which can put the user at a high risk for relapse.
It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox like those offered at Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center in New York, NY, NY, to manage the withdrawal process while learning lasting tools to maintain recovery. In some circumstances medications can be used to manage opioid addiction.
Dual-Diagnosis Treatment in New York, NY
Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder. Individuals in New York, NY with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’.
The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.
Levels of Care
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.
Intensive outpatient programs are an integral part of the continuum of care for people addicted to drugs and alcohol. Most intensive outpatient programs in New York, NY comprise a 3-hour session three times a week. Usually, the intensity of these programs diminishes over time. These programs offer a range of services, including counselling, medical treatment, and monitoring alcohol and drug use. The programs are ideal for people who do not need treatment at an inpatient or residential facility and continue to need extended care and support.
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 New York.
Outpatient therapy provided by Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center 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.
Aftercare support involves the support given to a New York, New York patient after they complete treatment. It helps them adjust to normal life. It may include setting them up in a halfway house and enrolling them in programs like Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center‘s patients may also be provided with career training to help them get back into the job force.
Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center‘s Therapies & Programs
Group therapy happens at Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center in a controlled group environment, as opposed to a one-on-one setting. It supports New York, NY patients’ recovery by offering a sense of comfort and letting them know that they are not alone. Through shared conversations, patients also learn to develop faith and understanding and gain insight on their addictions.
Unresolved trauma is often a key reason why many patients resorted to substance abuse. Trauma therapy refers to treatment wherein specialist therapists help the patients to resolve the trauma that led the patients to substance abuse. The trauma could be physical abuse, sexual abuse, war, natural disasters, divorce, accident, loss of a loved one, etc. Thinking of these traumatic events causes emotional disturbances like anxiety, depression and results in addiction. If trauma is the primary cause of substance abuse, then both issues must be addressed. Otherwise, there is a risk of relapse. Trauma therapy also improves the cognitive functions and provides long term benefits.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. It can be used in individual counseling sessions. Talking through issues with professionals at Bowery Residents' Committee - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. It is a way of learning about yourself and your individual perceptions. CBT is a healthy way of addressing some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in your life.
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Location & Contact
127 West 25th Street 10th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Phone Number
212-529-6320 x8716
Additional Locations
- Bowery Residents' Committee - Jack Ryan Residence in New York, NY
- Bowery Residents Committee in New York, NY
- Bowery Residents Committee - Chemical Outpatient in New York, NY
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Location
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127 West 25th Street 10th Floor Fl 10
New York, NY 10001 -
212-529-6320 x8716
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+)
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ModalityGroup, Individuals
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Bowery Residents’ Committee
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 25, 2024
New York, New York Addiction and Treatment
More than 2 million New Yorkers are currently suffering from some type of substance abuse and many of those are minors. Alcohol abuse, in particular, is prevalent among those underage. As a result of the high prices and regulation of prescription drugs, many New Yorkers turn to heroin instead. This has led to a serious heroin epidemic in the state.
New York City is a cultural mecca, brimming with world-class arts, cuisine, and outdoor havens like Central Park. Yet, in 2021, over 2,500 New Yorkers tragically succumbed to drug overdoses, with opioids like fentanyl behind 80% of those deaths—a 78% surge from 2019.
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