Outreach Ridgewood

In the southern blocks of Ridgewood, New York, you’ll find the location where Outreach House, an organization that offers behavioral health and associated services, provides residential care to adolescents. Their broad mission is to provide individualized care and practical training programs that can help individuals and families in need reach their fullest potential. To achieve this goal, they provide outpatient and residential addiction treatment services across New York, as well as skill building programs that can help individuals equip themselves for more fulfilling futures.

Offering Age Appropriate Residential Care

Their residential program for teens is designed not only to provide a means to break free from the cycle of addiction but also to meet the specific developmental needs of adolescents. Each resident receives individual counseling to help them understand the nature of substances and addictive behaviors, understand why they should overcome these behaviors, and then equip them with tools to overcome addictions. On top of this, residents have group and family therapy sessions that can help them connect with those close to them while on their recovery journey.

Another way in which the residential program helps teens is by giving them a safe environment replete with opportunities for positive socialisation as well as discipline and structure. Their services include group recreational activities, practical vocational training and the provision of educational materials in partnership with the NYC Department of Education. The community around the Ridgewood location also boasts many establishments and venues where teens can go see live music, as well as the local Williamsburg Soccer Club that offers a chance to engage in team sports.

Aftercare That Promotes Long Term Recovery

Outreach House provides ongoing support on an outpatient basis to clients who’ve completed the residential program. This allows each resident to have a smooth transition back into their home, school and community life while still being able to access caring professionals who understand their individual needs and journey.