How long is the program at Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services?

The typical program length is 30 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 3 levels of care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Sober Living.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services

168 Lincoln Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13204

Est. 1967 3 care levels

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services

Location: Syracuse, NY
Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, 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 Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services offers vital support for veterans struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders, including PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. They provide tailored care through residential programs, focusing on individual needs. They integrate person-centered and trauma-informed, ensuring a supportive environment for recovery and reintegration into daily life.
Their comprehensive treatment includes individual and group counseling, life skills, and relapse prevention, addressing trauma and co-occurring disorders. They offer employment, vocational/educational, and peer support. Their services empower clients for lasting sobriety and a productive future. They provide a structured living environment with 24-hour supervision to support healing and help veterans secure employment for community reintegration.

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 Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Older Adults Young Adults Men Only Veterans Midlife Adults

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 Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Other contracted prescribing entity

Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere

Acamprosate (Campral®) Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement

Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation

Private non-profit organization

State Substance use treatment agency

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment

Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain 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

Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening

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

Treatment for gambling disorder

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 Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)

Smoking not permitted

Young Adults Adults

Male

Vaping not permitted

Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services

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 30 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.

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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.

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services offers 3 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. Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

168 Lincoln Avenue, Syracuse, NY, 13204

(212) 281-6004

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Quick Facts

Program	30 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

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(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Residential Rehab

Co-Occurring Mental Health

Sober Living

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Therapy Life Skills Relapse Prevention Counseling Trauma-Specific Therapy Twelve Step Facilitation Motivational Interviewing Medication-Assisted Treatment

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Individual Treatment Twelve Step Strengths-Based

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation

Insurance Accepted

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Reality House Residential Rehabilitation Veterans Services offers Residential Rehab, 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 NY 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 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.