Delancey Street Foundation
600 The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94107
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About Delancey Street Foundation
In San Francisco, California, people who are homeless, dealing with addictions, or were incarcerated can get support through the long-term residential program at Delancey Street Foundation. This self-help program is for people who have dropped out of school, been in and out of jail, involved in gangs or trapped in poverty. This program is completely free for participants and the organization doesn’t get grants or funding. It is able to run because the members pool their resources and have a fully volunteer staff.
Residents in the facility will work as a group to take care of one another. Whenever someone applies to be part of Delancey Street, established residents will conduct an interview to see if they would be a good fit. I like that this program is so different from the common 28 or 90 days programs out there. Here, the minimum stay is two years, and most people stay four years.
The rules are very basic. Drugs, alcohol, violence and threats are not tolerated. That’s it. During your stay you’ll be responsible for tutoring others who have less education than you do. For example, residents who finished grade 10 will tutor residents at the primary grade levels. Everyone works together to get their high school equivalency certificate. If you choose, you can also work towards a college degree.
By the end of your time at Delancey Street, you’ll have 1-3 marketable skills that can provide you with a new life that is free of drugs and crime. You’ll also learn social skills, work ethic and basic personal hygiene.
Each resident will be part of the facility’s vocational training school. You’ll begin by doing basic jobs and gain skills to move up. There are various options like working in the kitchen. You’d go from dishwasher to prep cook and finally to managing chef.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Alcoholism
Alcohol rehab in California provides professional treatment to guide participants through each step of recovery. Programs offer a support system to walk you through challenges and celebrate victories with you, from detox to long-term sobriety.Drug Rehab
Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.Levels of Care
Detox & MAT
When you enter drug rehab in California, detox is the first step towards becoming drug-free. The detox process... includes 24/7 monitoring and medical care and may include the use of medications to ease withdrawal symptoms.Inpatient Rehab
Unlike outpatient drug rehab, clients receiving inpatient rehab in California reside at the facility for the d...uration of the program. The length of stay may range from two weeks to 18 months or more, depending on the client's needs and the program’s design.Outpatient Rehab
When you choose outpatient rehab in California, you will meet with a counselor and attend support group meetin...gs. The focus will be on restructuring attitudes and thoughts to reduce cravings and develop skills to prevent relapse. The length of time in outpatient rehab varies by individual, based on their recovery needs.Insurance
Private Insurance
As a California resident with private rehab insurance, you can use your coverage to help pay for alcohol and d...rug addiction treatment. You may be asked to pay some costs like a co-payment or co-insurance. Check with your insurer for more information.
Self-Pay Options
There are a number of self-pay options available for alcohol and drug rehab in California. If you can’t affo...rd to write a check for the full cost of inpatient or outpatient treatment, personal and medical loans offer alternate ways of financing.Contact Delancey Street Foundation
415-957-9800 
