The Bridge
1100 Adams Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
About The Bridge
The Bridge treats adolescent males and females with substance abuse and mental health issues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their program doesn’t only focus on addiction issues but also provides educational opportunities that keep guests engaged and acquiring new skills.
Alongside traditional therapeutic methods, they offer techniques that target associated problems like anger management and conflict resolution. Adolescents may not have the skills to problem solve like adults so they include options that can be used after treatment for continued recovery. Animal-assisted therapy is one of the more unique clinical services available.
There are also educational and skills-building methods like computer classes, health and nutrition, college prep classes and dive training. There’s also a gardening club where you can enjoy some time outdoors with others.
Parents won’t need to worry about their child getting bored. There are numerous hands-on learning services where guests can stretch their imaginations and learn skills that prepare them for life outside of addiction. They offer job readiness and resume writing, carpentry, plumbing, culinary, and video production classes, to name a few.
The goal is to provide a program that includes variety to help guests discover talents and abilities that transition over to the real world. The Bridge partners with local schools and businesses like the Philadelphia Wooden Boat Factory, Philadelphia City Sail and Bucks County Technical Institute to ensure guests have career options that pique their interests.
Case management services are available to provide guidance and connect you with outside resources and agencies for ongoing recovery. Care managers can follow your progress throughout the program to help you get the most comprehensive care. The Bridge promotes a healthy lifestyle with all the tools you need to overcome addiction for good.