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Substance Use Treatment · Chardon, Ohio

Lake Geauga Recovery Centers Inc

Ambulatory Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
209 Center Street Unit E
Chardon, Ohio 44024
Accredited by
CARF
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About Lake Geauga Recovery Centers Inc

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers Inc. has served Northeast Ohio’s Lake and Geauga counties since 1971, making it one of the region’s longest-running behavioral health non-profits. The agency operates from a hub at 209 Center Street in Chardon, with additional outpatient locations in Painesville and Mentor, and dedicated recovery housing at Oak House and Lake House.

Levels of care span ambulatory detox, residential treatment at the agency’s housing programs, traditional outpatient services, intensive outpatient (IOP), and recovery housing. Medication-assisted treatment is offered for opioid and alcohol use disorders, and the agency is actively expanding its Dual Diagnosis Program and psychiatric evaluation services in response to community need. Specialized programming includes a problem gambling treatment track, family programming, anger management intervention, grief support, and a Drug Free Safety Program for workplace referrals.

The agency’s documented populations are wide: adolescents, young adults, men, women, Deaf and hard-of-hearing patients, court-ordered admissions, and families. The clinic publicly identifies as LGBTQ+ friendly. Conditions treated include substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health concerns, problem gambling, and tobacco use. Counseling is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy and supplemented by family, grief, and intervention-style modalities.

Financially, Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, sliding-scale fees, and self-pay. The agency’s website includes a Medicaid Eligibility Services page, reflecting an explicit commitment to helping clients access coverage. CARF accreditation is documented in SAMHSA’s directory, and the program has continuously served the community for over five decades.

  • Over 50 years of continuous addiction treatment services since 1971
  • CARF-accredited medical detox facility with 24/7 medically supervised withdrawal management
  • Integrated dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
  • Full continuum from medical detox through monitored recovery housing on-site
  • No patient refused services - sliding scale payment and multiple insurance options accepted

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Ambulatory Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Sober Living / Recovery Housing
Conditions
Substance Use Disorder Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Concerns Problem Gambling Tobacco Use
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Family Therapy Grief Support Anger Management Intervention
Populations
Adolescents Young Adults (18-25) Men Women Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Court-Ordered Families LGBTQ+
Languages
English
Facility
Multiple Northeast Ohio locations (Chardon, Painesville, Mentor) Oak House and Lake House recovery housing Dedicated problem gambling treatment program Expanding Dual Diagnosis Program and Psychiatric Evaluation Services LGBTQ+ friendly clinic environment Drug Free Safety Program for workplace referrals

Location

Where it is

209 Center Street Unit E, Chardon, Ohio 44024 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers operates a licensed detoxification facility providing medically supervised withdrawal management for alcohol, opioids, and other substances. The medical detox program includes 24/7 clinical monitoring during the acute withdrawal phase, ensuring patient safety throughout the process.

Following successful completion of detox, clients can seamlessly transition into the center's intensive outpatient (IOP) programs or residential treatment options. Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols support individuals managing opioid addiction with FDA-approved medications integrated into their ongoing treatment plan.

Dual Diagnosis and Co-occurring Disorder Treatment

The facility specializes in treating clients with co-occurring mental health disorders alongside substance use disorders. This dual diagnosis approach addresses both conditions simultaneously through integrated treatment planning and coordinated care protocols.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) serves as a primary therapeutic method, helping clients develop coping strategies for managing both addiction and mental health symptoms. The treatment team coordinates psychiatric care with addiction treatment to address the complex needs of dual diagnosis patients.

Recovery Housing and Continued Support

Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers provides Level 1 peer-to-peer recovery housing and Level 2 monitored recovery housing as part of their comprehensive treatment continuum. These sober living environments support clients transitioning from intensive treatment back to independent living.

The recovery housing program extends the treatment experience beyond traditional detox and outpatient programming, providing structured support during early recovery. Residents benefit from peer support networks and continued access to clinical services while developing independent living skills.

After Care

Continuing support

Recovery Housing at Oak House and Lake House Family Program Grief Support Group Alumni success-story network

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash Sliding Scale
Accreditations
CARF
Note

No one is refused services due to inability to pay

Common questions

FAQs About Lake Geauga Recovery Centers Inc

What types of medical detox does Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers provide? +
The center provides medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids, and other substances at their licensed detoxification facility. Their medical detox program includes 24/7 clinical monitoring during withdrawal management.
Does the facility offer Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid addiction? +
Yes, Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers provides Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) as part of their comprehensive addiction treatment programs. MAT protocols use FDA-approved medications integrated into ongoing treatment plans for opioid use disorders.
What insurance does Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers accept? +
The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, and private insurance plans. They also offer self-pay options and sliding scale payment arrangements, ensuring no one is refused services due to inability to pay.
Can the center treat co-occurring mental health disorders? +
Yes, Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. They provide integrated treatment planning that addresses both conditions simultaneously.
What levels of care are available after medical detox? +
Following medical detox, clients can transition to intensive outpatient (IOP) programs, regular outpatient treatment, or residential care. The facility also provides Level 1 and Level 2 recovery housing for continued support during early recovery.
Does Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers serve court-ordered clients? +
Yes, the center accepts both voluntary admissions and court-ordered clients for addiction treatment services. They serve adults, young adults, and adolescents through various referral sources including the legal system.
How long has Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers been operating? +
Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers has been providing addiction treatment services since 1971, giving them over 50 years of experience in the field. This long history has established strong community relationships and proven treatment outcomes.
What geographic area does the center serve? +
Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers primarily serves residents of Lake County and Geauga County in Ohio. The facility is located in Chardon, providing accessible addiction treatment services to the local community.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification IOP Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Aftercare recovery programs Opioid Detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Medicare Medicaid Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Adult men Clients referred from the court/judicial system
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