Teen Challenge Ruth’s Haven Teen Girl’s Center
Oakland, CA

Teen Challenge Ruth’s Haven Teen Girl’s Center

Founded

1967

Program Length

30 days

Focus

This center primarily treats substance use disorders, helping you stabilize, create relapse-prevention plans, and connect to compassionate support.

Nestled on 30 acres of peaceful ranchland between two mountain ranges, this residential center supports girls ages 12 to 17 who have experienced exploitation, trafficking, abuse, addiction, and trauma. The long-term program, lasting 12 to 18 months, offers structured care through counseling, mentoring, and a safe, faith-based environment designed for deep emotional and spiritual restoration. Each day blends therapy and structure with meaningful experiences like hiking, volunteering at local churches, visiting nearby hot springs, baking, crafts, and animal care. With goats and chickens on campus, animal therapy fosters responsibility and empathy. These activities not only offer healing outlets but also build resilience, teamwork, and a sense of purpose in each girl’s life. Girls continue their education through accredited online high school courses and can earn a diploma upon graduation. The campus features welcoming rooms, nutritious meals, and opportunities to help with cooking and chores. Job readiness training, spiritual direction, and campus amenities create a full, nurturing environment where students grow emotionally, academically, and practically—equipping them for lifelong success.

Teen Challenge Ruth’s Haven Teen Girl’s Center
Teen Challenge Ruth’s Haven Teen Girl’s Center

Services

Key offerings grouped by category

Type of Care

Substance use treatment

Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)

Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Regular outpatient treatment Long-term residential

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

Does not use medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder

Type of Opioid Treatment

Does not treat opioid use disorders

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)

Private non-profit organization

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

Cash or self-payment

Special Programs/Groups Offered

Young adults Adult men Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients who have experienced trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment

Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Testing

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

Transitional Services

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Outcome follow-up after discharge

Recovery Support Services

Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support

Other Services

Treatment for gambling disorder Treatment for other addiction disorder

Education and Counseling Services

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

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Adults

Sex Accepted

Male

Language Services

Spanish Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping not permitted

Contact Information

Address

2221 90th Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94603

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