Emmanuel House

Emmanuel House is a veteran focused addiction treatment and transitional housing provider in Detroit, Michigan offering recovery support for homeless veterans and adults impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.

Established in 1997, the organization operates a 60 day residential recovery program, transitional housing for up to 24 months and emergency shelter services, all within a faith guided, structured environment. Veterans and clients describe the wraparound approach as both stabilizing and deeply supportive.

What services are offered?

Emmanuel House provides a 60 day residential detox and recovery program, transitional housing through the Grant and Per Diem program for up to 24 months and emergency shelter.

Programming includes 12 step meetings, cognitive behavioral therapy and peer mentoring, life skills workshops and psycho educational groups, all designed to support sobriety and the transition to permanent housing.

Who can get help at Emmanuel House?

The center primarily serves homeless veterans struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions such as PTSD and bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and major depression. Adults needing transitional housing alongside structured recovery and case management are welcome.

What does treatment look like?

Clients participate in a structured, drug free residential setting with daily peer support and group therapy, individual counseling with an onsite psychologist and 12 step meetings. A licensed registered nurse monitors medications and coordinates care with outside providers to support mental health stability and treatment goals.

Where is the center located?

The facility is at 14750 Saint Marys Street in Detroit, near Saint Mary of Redford Catholic Church, off Grand River between Southfield Freeway and Greenfield Road.

Do you accept VA benefits?

Emmanuel House works closely with the VA, including the John Dingell VA Medical Center, and also accepts self pay.

How do I get started?

You can reach out to Emmanuel House in Detroit for an assessment and to learn which recovery or housing program fits your needs. The organization offers 24 hour phone support to help you take the first step.