Abraxas II
Erie, Pennsylvania
429 West 6th Street
Erie, Pennsylvania 16507
(814) 459-0618
Fax: (814) 455-8726
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- Delinquent or dependent males, between the ages of 14-18, with substance abuse issues.
Key Services
- Drug and Alcohol Treatment.
- Accredited by The Joint Commission.
- Variable lengths of stay from 30 days to 6 months depending upon client need and progress.
Located in Erie's residential community, the facility offers short-term staff secure residential treatment for clients who have behavioral problems and have been involved in drug alcohol use/abuse.
Program curricula include individual and group counseling, Narcotics and Alcoholics Anonymous groups, life skills development, recreational/social activities, therapeutic services, and community service projects. The program has access to a wide range of medical and psychiatric services as provided through service agreements with area hospitals and physicians. Clients attend a Pennsylvania Department of Education approved private school.
Frequently Asked Questions
What personal items am I permitted to bring?
Personal pictures of immediate family, appropriate clothing, and hygiene items limited to stick or
roll-on deodorant (no spray), shampoo, toothpaste, soap or body wash (no alcohol based products
or baby powder permitted).
Who can visit me and when?
Immediate family members may visit you after two weeks. Visits are every other weekend. All
visits must be pre-arranged.
Can I earn home passes?
Yes, with a minimum of 45 days in treatment, only when they are part of your treatment plan,
and with approval from your counselor and probation officer/caseworker.
Can I make phone calls and whom can I call?
Yes, one 10 minute call per week to parent/legal guardian. Staff members administer the phone
calls. Once on Status 3 you can earn an extra 5 minute call per week.
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?
Yes, 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.
Will I have the opportunity to do community service?
Yes. Everyone has the opportunity to do community service on grounds, and depending on
privilege status, community service may be performed off-site.
Can I get a job on or off program grounds?
Yes, we offer a job training program in our school through which clients can earn money
towards their restitution. No off ground jobs are permitted.
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. Family sessions with counselor are scheduled bi-weekly.
Will you provide transportation to the program once I am committed?
Yes, we provide in-state transportation.
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