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“We can do this together, one step at a time”

G audenzia was founded in 1968 by a conscientious group of community members who wanted to help themselves and each other overcome the challenges of drug and alcohol use. They soon learned that a collective group was much stronger than an individual, struggling alone. Over the next 53 years, Gaudenzia began serving those in need of treatment for substance use and co-occurring disorders, becoming one of the nation’s first providers with programs designed to meet the needs of pregnant and parenting women, populations affected by HIV/AIDS, and individuals with criminal justice involvement. Today, Gaudenzia is one of the largest non-profit substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment providers in the northeast United States, serving Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and the Washington, D.C. areas.

Our services include:

• Detox and Withdrawal Management Treatment Programs • Residential Treatment Programs • Low-Intensity Residential Treatment/ Halfway House Accommodations • Men’s Treatment Programs • Pregnant and Parenting Women’s Treatment Programs • Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) Treatment Programs • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

• Recovery Support Services • Criminal Justice Services • Prevention Services

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A t Gaudenzia, we aspire to connect individuals and families to addiction and mental health treatment so they can attain long- term recovery and achieve a fulfilling life embraced by a broad community of mutual support.

O ur crisis stabilization programs provide immediate and essential care, followed by linkages to our full continuum of treatment, as well as appropriate community resources, based on individual needs and clinical assessment. Our services include: • Crisis Intervention • Screening and Assessments • Health Screening/Medical Assessment • Nursing & Medication • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Induction • Individual Counseling • Group Counseling • Transition and Recovery Planning • Care Coordination Services • Referrals and Linkages to Appropriate Levels of Care

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O ur detox and withdrawal management (WM) treatment programs are a critical component within our full continuum of care. For many, this is the first step in the treatment process and can be both difficult and dangerous to attempt without professional help. We provide 24-hour oversight in our withdrawal management programs, with round-the-clock access to medical professionals, clinicians, counselors, and support staff. Our Services In addition to helping clients safely navigate the detox and withdrawal process, our WM programs help connect individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders to a broad network of services, including: • Residential Treatment • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) • Case Management • Mental Health Services • Legal Advocacy • Stable Housing & Transportation • Childcare, Financial, and Employment Assistance • Recovery Support Services

not just a bad habit It’s NOT JUST A BAD HABIT something is a disease. Heart disease, diabetes and some something is a disease. Heart disease, diabetes and some

Recent research and dialogue in the political sphere have brought long-simmering questions about addiction to the forefront: Is addiction truly a disease? Do addicts deserve to be treated like people who have a Recent research and dialogue in the political sphere have brought long-simmering questions about addiction to the fore: Is addiction truly a disease? Do addicts deserve to be treated like people who have a disease that’s outside their control? disease that’s outside their control? While most researchers agree with the so-called disease model of addiction, stereotypes and cultural bias continue to stigmatize those with addiction because they made an initial choice to consume substances. However, Columbia University researchers point out that “choice does not determine whether While most researchers agree with the so-called disease model of addiction, stereotypes and cultural bias continue to stigmatize those with addiction because they made an initial choice to consume substances. However, Columbia University researchers point out that “choice does not determine whether

forms of cancer involve personal choices like diet, exercise, sun exposure, etc. A disease is what happens in the body as a result of those choices.” Experts say that applying the distinction of choice to addiction creates biases that justify inadequate treatment. It begs the question New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie asked during a 2015 town hall meeting in New Hampshire. When Christie’s mother was diagnosed Jersey Gov. Chris Christie asked during a 2015 town hall meeting in New Hampshire. When Christie’s mother was diagnosed with lung cancer at 71 as a result of addiction to tobacco, he noted that with lung cancer at 71 as a result of addiction to tobacco, he noted that forms of cancer involve personal choices like diet, exercise, sun exposure, etc. A disease is what happens in the body as a result of those choices.” Experts say that applying the distinction of choice to addiction creates biases that justify inadequate treatment. It begs the question New

no one suggested that she should not be treated because she was “getting what she deserved,” he said. “Yet somehow, if it’s heroin or cocaine or alcohol, we say, ‘Ahh, they decided that, they’re getting what they deserve,’” Christie remarked. HOW ADDICTION WORKS After satisfying basic human needs like food, water, sleep and safety, people feel pleasure. That pleasure is brought by chemical releases in the brain. This is according to Columbia researchers, who note that the disease of addiction causes the brain to release high levels of those pleasure chemicals. Over time, brain functions of reward, motivation and memory are altered. After these brain systems are compromised, those with addiction can experience intense cravings for substance use, even in the face of harmful consequences. These changes can stay in the brain long after substance use desists. The changes may leave those struggling with addiction to be vulnerable to “physical and environmental cues they associate with substance use, also known as triggers, which can increase their risk of relapse,” write Columbia researchers.

not just a bad habit treatment and continued monitoring and support or recovery.

THE COLUMBIA RESEARCHERS DO HAVE SOME GOOD NEWS: Even the most severe, chronic form of the disorder can be manageable and reversible, usually with long term

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M ore than 40 years ago, our team recognized that women seeking treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) faced significant barriers, including parental responsibilities and a lack of familial and community support. One of the primary reasons fewer women than men seek SUD treatment is the fear of not having a safe place to send their children while receiving care. Mothers seeking treatment may have no choice but to put their children in an untenable situation or may need to hand them over to foster care, disrupting their ability to parent their children. In 1979, Gaudenzia responded to this need, SUD Treatment for P regnant & P arenting W omen

proudly emerging as one of the first providers in the nation to offer treatment specifically designed to meet the needs of pregnant and parenting women (PPW). Today we provide preferential treatment to pregnant women with substance use disorders.

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SUD Treatment for Criminal Justice-Involved Individuals S ince our founding in 1968, Gaudenzia has worked with and advocated for individuals across all touchpoints of the criminal justice system. Our Services Our specialized services for those with substance use and co-occurring disorders, as well as criminal justice involvement, include: • Legal Advocacy

• Pre-Trial Deflection and Diversion • Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment and Care Coordination • Expungement Opportunities (Where Available) • Re-Entry Housing • Job Readiness Services • Linkage to Re-Entry Support Services gaudenzia.org

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Integrated treatment works best for victims of sexual abuse who are also addicts. Researchers have found a dramatic link between the

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occurrence of sexual abuse and substance abuse. According to alcoholrehab.com, “sexual abuse victims are three times more likely to suffer depression, six times more likely to suffer PTSD, 13 times more likely to abuse alcohol and 26 times more likely to abuse drugs than those who have not been sexually abused.” They go on to say that one out of every six women and one in 33 men in America have been the victim of sexual assault or

6 women and one in 33 men in America have been the victim of sexual assault or rape in their lifetime. ” -alcoholrehab.com

rape in their lifetime. Integrated treatment

Treatment centers are beginning to recognize the need for integrated treatment techniques for victims undergoing substance abuse recovery. Since there’s such a high prevalence of sexual abuse among addicts, integrated treatment offers a fuller recovery for sexual abuse victims. Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is one common form of treatment. In CBT, individuals are offered psychoeducation, therapy instructing and empowering them to deal with their condition in an optimal way. Stress management tools are also helpful. Individuals can be taught to change their situations or their reactions and how to maintain appropriate personal boundaries. The regulation of emotions can be a challenge for a person who has been sexually abused. In CBT, clients learn what emotions are socially tolerable and they learn how to be flexible enough to permit some spontaneity. Survivors are also taught how to delay emotional reactions as necessary.

Individuals can be taught to change their situations or their reactions, and how to take good care of themselves.

 Integrated treatment for those suffering from substance abuse addiction and sexual abuse greatly increases the chance that this person will remain sober for the long haul. They can also experience greater joy and healing than if they were treated for substance abuse alone. Those in recovery are also urged to write down leisure activities they find enjoyable and engage in those activities regularly. Clients are also encouraged to use journaling and inspirational reading to further grow in their recovery. Finally, having a supportive group of friends and family will help an individual recover emotionally from this kind of trauma. Telling their story One effective aspect of CBT is for the person to do a “trauma narrative.” In addition to telling their story by the spoken word or writing it down, they can also use drawing, painting or other art forms to communicate the trauma. The narrative can then be shared with a safe person, like a trained therapist or substance abuse counselor. The hope is that the survivor will be able to let go of some of the trauma. Healing can then take place. Another facet of CBT is behavior management training. Clients are encouraged to stay calm in an emotionally charged situation, manage their own responses, learn what limits are appropriate, handle challenging questions and learn how to prevent physical confrontations with others. According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), survivors are also encouraged to do what they can to heal themselves. Good sleep and nutrition, exercise, and regular routines like starting and ending the day in a peaceful way are a good place to start for people from this background.

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Residential/inpatient treatment services

R ecovery is multi-faceted. From connecting you with qualified, professional counselors to helping you start your journey in a stable, safe, and supportive environment, we can help. Gaudenzia provides residential/inpatient treatment for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our residential treatment programs offer varying lengths of stay based on clinical assessments and individual client needs.

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Gaudenzia include:

• Individual and Group Counseling • Support for Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders (in some locations) • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as an Option • Integrated Medical Care (in some locations) • Linkage to a Broad Network of Resources and Support Services • Access to Transitional and Affordable Housing Options • Educational Programming

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Our caring, compassionate team members will work with you to create an individualized treatment plan that supports your long-term recovery.

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M edication-assisted treatment is growing in popularity and acceptance among addiction recovery professionals. And now it’s taken a revolutionary step forward that could offer renewed hope to thousands of people struggling with an addiction to opioids. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new buprenorphine implant to treat opioid depen- dence. Buprenorphine had previously been available only as a pill or a dissolvable film placed under the tongue. But the new implant, known as Probuphine, can administer a six-month dose of the drug to keep those dependent on opioids from using by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. "Opioid abuse and addiction have taken a devastating toll on American families,” FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert M. Califf said in a statement. “We must do everything we can to make new, innovative treatment options available that can help patients regain control over their lives.” The implant comes in the form of four one-inch rods that are placed under the skin on the upper arm. The implant must be administered surgically and comes with the possibility of certain side effects, but experts say it could be more convenient and more effective for patients. They say by eliminating the need to take pills, fill prescriptions and generally manage their medication, it makes it easier for people to focus on the other areas of their recovery while making it less likely someone will lapse in their treatment plan.

Sign of the Times Experts say the newly approved implant also provides a big boost to the concept of medication-assisted treat- ment (MAT) in general. For years, the idea that someone could achieve recovery through the use of drugs like methadone and buprenorphine was rejected by many professionals in the field who saw complete abstinence as the only true sobriety. Many still hold that belief, but attitudes appear to be changing. Top government officials say they want to increase the amount of MAT taking place at the country’s treatment centers. Several states as well as the federal government have enacted laws making it easier for physicians to pre- scribe medications like buprenorphine, but they say too few patients receive the medication they need. “Scientific evidence suggests that maintenance treat- ment with these medications in the context of behavioral treatment and recovery support are more effective in the treatment of opioid use disorder than short-term detoxification programs aimed at abstinence,” said Dr. Nora Volkow, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in a statement. “This product will expand the treatment alternatives available to people suffering from an opioid use disorder.” ] [ "Opioid abuse and addiction have tak- en a devastating toll on American families.” - Dr. Robert M. Califf, FDA Commissioner

Although the implant is certainly a new alternative, it has yet to show any increased success in keeping people from relapsing compared to the pill or film tablet. In a study of the implant’s effectiveness, they found that 63 percent of people given the implant were free of illicit drugs at six months, compared to 64 percent of people who took buprenorphine by pill. Still, those rates are much higher than the success rates of people who follow abstinence-only treatment plans. And officials hope the new implant will lead more people to get MAT, increasing the number of successful recoveries across the country.

Prevention and Recovery Support AT GAUDENZIA ~Healing, growth, and recovery is a life-long journey.~

H ere at Gaudenzia, we believe the road to a sustainably healthy lifestyle in recovery requires a full continuum of prevention, education, treatment, and ongoing support. Our team is proud to provide early intervention services to young children and adolescents, including education, emotional skill-building, and the opportunity to connect with peers and positive role models. We also offer prevention and support programs that focus on

decreasing the risk of overdose, relapse, and transmittable diseases for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), along with providing support for those at risk of housing insecurity.

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Our outpatient treatment settings provide treatment for people who meet the ASAM criteria for outpatient services, are stepping down from residential treatment, who are experiencing treatment for the first time, or who need to continue work/school while receiving treatment. We also provide a thorough assessment to determine the appropriate level of care for your needs.

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