Abraxas Ohio
Shelby, Ohio
2775 State Route 39
Shelby, Ohio 44875
(800) 680-5747
(419) 747-3322
Fax: (419) 747-3504
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- Delinquent and/or dependent males between the ages of 12-18 with substance abuse issues or in need of behavioral modification.
- IQ of 70 or above (will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
Key Services
- Long term and 90-Day Intensive Drug and Alcohol treatment
- Long term and 90-Day General Residential treatment
Located on an 80-acre campus in North Central Ohio, Abraxas Ohio is a children’s residential center that offers four service tracks. All Abraxas Ohio clients have the opportunity to participate in an on-site accredited high school or GED program, and can pursue continuing education options. In addition, all clients receive individual, group and family counseling and have community services opportunities available to them.
The drug and alcohol programs provide comprehensive treatment and education for clients who have experienced significant disruption in their lives as a result of alcohol or other drug use. The longer term program contains up to 90 residential beds and incorporates an intensive group curriculum focusing on decision making, goal setting, self esteem, sex education and relapse process/prevention. The 90-day intensive residential unit has 18 beds and treatment centers around the disease concept, the progression and impact of the disease, defense mechanisms, communication skills, relapse prevention, aftercare planning and re-entry into the community.
The General Residential treatment unit emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and utilizes the Thinking Errors approach. Clients receive anger management and abuse/trauma services and are taught independent living skills, strategies for positive self-expression and strategies for avoiding violent behaviors. A drug sellers curriculum is also available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What personal items am I permitted to bring?
Personal pictures, a Bible, extra stamps, stuffed animal, contact lenses and
supplies and appropriate clothing (you are permitted to bring two pair of shoes/sneaker and one
pair of boots, socks, underwear/boxers, coat and hat.)
Who can visit me and when?
Pre-approved immediate family members.
Can I earn day/home passes?
At the intensive unit, day passes begin at 30 days and home passes begin soon after the client's
first day pass. If the day pass is successful and the agency worker, family and Abraxas Ohio staff
feel the client is ready for a home pass, this will begin the following week. You can earn day
passes at the long term program once you complete the orientation phase of treatment, have been
in the program a minimum of 60 days and continue to meet and/or exceed your treatment goals.
Once you have successfully completed at least two day passes, you become eligible for home
passes.
Can I make phone calls and whom can I call?
Yes, there will be a minimum of one 10 minute call per week to parent/legal guardian. Staff
members administer the phone calls.
Can I send and receive mail?
Yes, you can send and receive mail. You will be required to open incoming mail in front of a
staff member for security purposes.
Can I earn my high school diploma or GED?
We provide educational services on-site, year round. We offer credits that are transferable to
your home school, Special Education classes and GED preparation and exams. If a client
has a GED or high school diploma, we provide alternative educational programs such as life skills
and possible college correspondence classes.
Will I have the opportunity to do community service?
Yes, community service hours can be earned after 30 days, contingent upon behavior.
Can I get a job on or off program grounds?
No.
Will my family be involved in my treatment?
Yes, family involvement is strongly encouraged and is an integral part of treatment and
reintegration. All treatment plan updates, quarterly reports and court progress reports will be sent
to the parent/legal guardian. At the intensive program, family involvement will vary depending on
the family issues.
Will you provide transportation to the program for admission?
It is possible for the agency to assist with transportation.
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