Duluth, MN

Thunderbird/Wren House

Program Length

30 days

Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your treatment plan addresses each condition at once with personalized, compassionate care for comprehensive healing.

The Thunderbird‑Wren House, situated in Duluth’s northern residential area, provides residential care for Anishinaabe men and women struggling with substance use. They offer a medium-intensity level of care for those who have already completed a high-intensity program and transitional halfway housing. The center features a culturally grounded approach that honors Anishinaabe traditions, helping clients regain self‑identity and break the cycle of addictive behaviors. Clients participate in daily activities rooted in 12-Step recovery, including meetings and sponsorship. LGBTQ+ individuals receive affirming support through inclusive groups and personalized care plans. The weekly schedule also includes cultural teachings, pipe ceremonies, and meditation, helping individuals stay grounded and connected during treatment. These services are designed to meet each person where they are and help them rebuild their lives with structure and community. The program offers educational sessions, life skills groups, and relapse prevention planning. Clients may engage in community events and family support sessions. After completing treatment, clients may access continuing care services through Mash-Ka-Wisen to help maintain sobriety and support long-term goals. These services offer guidance and follow-up support as individuals transition into daily life.

Services

Key offerings grouped by category

Type of Care

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home

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

Residential/24-hour residential Long-term residential

Opioid Medications used in Treatment

Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment

External Opioid Medications Source

Other contracted prescribing entity

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

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

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

In-network prescribing entity Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Type of Opioid Treatment

Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere

Pharmacotherapies

Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)

Treatment Approaches

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

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

Private non-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation

State department of health

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Assessment/Pre-treatment

Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use

Testing

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)

Transitional Services

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge

Recovery Support Services

Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support

Education and Counseling Services

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

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Adults

Sex Accepted

Female Male

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping not permitted

Ancillary Services

Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

Contact Information

Address

9302 Idaho Street, Duluth, MN, 55808

Phone

(218) 727-7699

Contact

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