Lake County Health Department Womens Residential Services
24647 North Milwaukee Avenue
#1576
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
About Lake County Health Department Womens Residential Services
Lake County Behavioral Health Women’s Residential Services is a residential recovery program for women with substance use issues and dual diagnosis in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This program creates a path to recovery and renewal for women by addressing their varying complex needs. This is achieved through intensive recovery in a safe and structured space. It’s not just about recovery but empowerment towards a healthy lifestyle free from drugs or alcohol.
What we find specifically appealing is how they’re able to keep the program very accessible by accepting Medicaid and Medicare. They even offer discounted fees for qualifying patients. They strive to ensure no woman who knocks on their door is denied care due to her inability to pay.
If you’re an Illinois resident over 18 with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorder, this program could be the perfect start to your recovery journey. You must commit to fully participate in treatment, undergo screenings, and be capable of caring for yourself to enroll.
Recovery in Suburban Vernon Hills
The facility is situated in a suburban area in Lake County near the Des Plaines River. The area features business offices, retail stores and restaurants like Blufish Sushi Bistro, Real Urban BBQ and Portillo’s Hot Dogs. These eateries are right within the vicinity and can be helpful if you want to try some offsite meals.
The facility also boasts natural landscapes nearby where you can relax or enjoy some outdoor activities during recreational breaks. This includes the Half Day Forest Preserve 2.5 miles south and Independence Grove Forest Preserve to the north. These scenic nature spots offer walking trails and much more.
The area is well-served by public transport. Pace Bus has stops along Milwaukee Avenue. The facility is easily accessible via IL-21, IL-60, and IL-83. The I-94 corridor links the area to Chicago and Milwaukee.
Trauma-Informed Care & Wellness Education
The program involves various recovery focused intensive treatments. You’ll attend educational classes and therapy sessions focused on health, wellness and development of practical coping skills. Sessions are delivered in individual and group formats and may draw from evidence based practices like seeking safety.
A particularly important session here is the trauma-informed group. You can learn to better manage past trauma that might be fueling your substance use. The Seeking Safety model can help you regulate emotions without having to process past trauma in depth. This can immensely benefit those with dual diagnoses and individuals coping with grief or loss.
There is also a specialized group called Skills Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving (STEPPS). You can learn how to manage intense emotions and improve your problem-solving abilities in everyday situations. Wellness education is an integral aspect of the broader program as evidenced by the Wellness Recovery Action Planning. This helps create a personalized plan to maintain wellness, prevent relapse, and manage mental health through coping strategies and self-care.
You’ll also attend relapse prevention classes to strengthen coping skills and anger management sessions to learn how to handle emotions in a healthy way. Various groups are available to help you build pro-social skills, address criminal patterns of thinking, and break free from unhealthy behavior. The program includes medical and psychiatric care and medication management.
Family-Oriented Recovery on All Levels
The program is family-oriented and emphasizes family involvement. They offer family education and counseling to rebuild relationships, improve communication, and promote positive family dynamics. They also allow child visits to support mom-to-child bonding so that the whole family can heal together. Children aged 5 to 11 can spend weekends onsite with their moms, while older kids can schedule visits up to four hours long.
Your length of stay in the residence is determined by ongoing assessment. You’ll be regularly assessed as you move forward in your recovery. Once you make significant progress, you’ll be ready to transition to independent living in the community. They may help you with finding a job, safe housing, and access to medical care via case management.
Amenities
Addiction Treatment Programs
Women's Rehab
Women who have substance use disorders are more likely than men to have co-occurring mental health disorders. Women’s rehab in Illinois often provides treatment for dual diagnosis, so women can get help for their addiction and disorders such as anxiety or depression.Teen & Adolescent Program
Some of the most common services offered in a young adult program in Illinois include individual and group counseling, medication management, educational courses, and 12-step programs. These programs are tailored to address the challenges of this stage of life.Adult Program
Individuals who are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol can get support at an adult program in Illinois. Designed for men and women over the age of 18, these programs offer rehabilitation treatment and recovery services.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
In Illinois, cognitive behavioral therapy is an effective method for addiction treatment. It teaches effective communication skills, provides tools to help people improve mood, and empowers participants to dismiss insecurities that can lead to substance abuse.Drug Rehab
Drug rehab in Illinois is designed to help men and women recover from drug addiction. The length of the program and its intensity vary, based on the individual’s needs. It’s important to find the right program to suit your unique situation and challenges.Alcoholism
Each alcohol rehab in Illinois is unique, but most include three basic aspects of treatment: medical detox, psychotherapy, and medication. Through these methods, participants receive treatment for the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of alcohol use disorder.Opioid Treatment
Learn the skills you need to break free from opioid dependence at opioid rehab in Illinois. Program options include detox, inpatient rehab, outpatient rehab, counseling, and medication assisted treatment programs, which are tailored to meet the needs of the individual.Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT)
Many substance abuse treatment plans include rational emotive behavioral therapy in Illinois. This treatment replaces negative decisions with healthy ones, helps prevent relapse, provides conflict-resolution skills, and improves interpersonal relationships.Levels of Care
Accreditations

Joint Commission

CARF
State License
Insurance
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