Stephen Center – Addiction Rehab in Omaha, Nebraska

Stephen Center is a vital resource for the Omaha, Nebraska area, offering essential services such as food, clothing, and shelter. As a family-operated facility, it provides both residential and outpatient care for individuals grappling with substance use disorders. This includes sober living apartments, emergency accommodation for those experiencing homelessness, and opportunities for donations. The center adheres to the guidelines set forth by the Omaha Housing Authority for its residents and assesses eligibility for low-income or homeless individuals using the standards from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The HERO Program at Stephen Center addresses substance use issues for adults aged 19 and older who are low-income or homeless, while also providing treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. They offer medication management and life skills training to help clients build healthy lifestyles. Their short-term residential program spans 30 to 45 days, starting with a two-week blackout period where only immediate family can visit, and phone calls are not allowed. Following this phase, both clients and their families engage in four weeks of programming designed to support their reintegration, while counselors assess client needs to coordinate discharge plans. An intensive outpatient (IOP) program is available for six to ten weeks, during which clients are expected to seek employment within the first two weeks. If they are unable to work, the center assists them in finding volunteer roles. For those requiring less intensive support, an outpatient program lasting four to six weeks is provided, with the expectation that clients maintain their job or participate in volunteer work throughout their treatment. The center also offers a short-term sober living program for 90 days, with options for longer stays through their Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) initiative. This sober living community features 1-4 bedroom apartments and accepts applications from individuals earning 30% of Omaha's median income, with a background check being part of the admission procedure. Stephen Center includes the Pettigrew Emergency Shelter, which welcomes sober individuals and families without housing. To support those in need, Stephen Center supplies beds, groceries, blankets, laundry items, over-the-counter medications, toiletries, and other necessary household goods. Donations can be made or collected on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on weekends from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.