Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

901 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

Est. 1999 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

  • Location: Altoona, PA
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Sober Living
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

Located in Altoona near Railroaders Memorial Museum, Pyramid Gratitude House offers sober living for men with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. Pyramid Healthcare seeks to make treatment affordable, accepting most private insurance and Medicaid, as well as accepting various finance options. Their location offers convenient access to I-99, and Highway 36, making treatment accessible for residents throughout Blair County. For clients traveling via public transportation, bus line 6 stops a block from the building.
Gratitude House offers individual therapy, combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Clients engage in group therapy, including relapse prevention and 12-Step groups to encourage long term recovery.
Residents can work, volunteer, and pursue education while receiving treatment. Clients engage in life skills training, including resume building, job application support, goal setting, and housing planning. They receive education on a broad range of topics, including nutrition and spirituality. Clients already participating in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) will be able to continue doing so at their provider, while Gratitude House will help arrange treatment for clients who wish to pursue it after their stay. Most residents stay at Gratitude House for about 90 days.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men Only

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home
Residential/24-hour residential Long-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Buprenorphine with naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Medication for mental disorders
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Young adults Adult men Veterans Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults Seniors
Male
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Early intervention for HIV Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 90 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Psychedelics Synthetic Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Sober Living, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in PA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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