St Christopher's Inn Inc

Category: Addiction treatment center

Address: 21 Franciscan Way, Garrison, NY 10524, USA

Phone: +18453351000

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–5PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–5PM

Friday: 8:30AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Eric Rankin

Mar 31, 2022

A blessing from the Lord God almighty, hallelujah and Amen!!

Philip Evans

Feb 12, 2022

It was a great experience. I wasn't ready to get sober at the time, but it lead me in the right direction. Much tougher regimen than other places I had been. The brothers are a hard group, but sympathetic. I was desperate, having put myself in detox/treatment 22 times in 26 months. So don't give up. If you want it, it will come. (If you're not prepared to do at least 90 days, this is not a place you'll want to go to, but a place you'll *need* to go to.) I worked in the bookstore. Working made the days pass. The food was excellent. The accomodations were dorm homeless shelter type. (No privacy.)

Michael Nowlin

Oct 11, 2021

I had a wonderful experience while being treated for drug addiction while at saint Christopher inn after completing the program I have become a successful employee for the New York City transit as a Bus operator The was Very good at getting to the root of what got you there and to how to solve a problem without the use of Narcotics,Jennifer Albin was my Treatment director and I’m Blessed That the Lord lead me here,Thank you to all the staff

motivation to live by charles j jones

Sep 30, 2021

Great experience been clean since 7-11-08.. that's the day I entered. Do the math..it's amazing to have a place to start.

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Questions & Answers

Mailing address for client at program

Cassandra King | Oct 3, 2017
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

The mailing address: *first & last name Mr. *_____________ c/o St. Christopher’s Inn 21 Franciscan Way Garrison, NY 10524 Do not send money, candy, toiletries, books, clothes, or any other item, clients are not allowed to receive these.

Can a client get visits? And if so does it have to be a immediate family member?

Jodi Pangia | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

The only opportunity to ‘visit’ a client is through St. Christopher’s Weekend Family Program which the client must sign up for in advance. It’s a workshop-style, highly structured series of interactions between clients and their families- meaning children, (I’m not sure of minimum age), siblings, cousins, girlfriends, boyfriends, fiancés, etc. The client must invite each ‘family’ member by name so they’re registered in advance. It runs on a Saturday & Sunday, it’s moderated by one of the therapy staff. session size varies from everyone in the room, (aprx. 80), to small groups, or only family + client. program is educational, therapy-based, and confrontive toward the client. I did program- my son was at St.Christophers-good experience to hear similar family stories. program is best for someone attempting recovery 1st or 2nd time, after that it’s a guilt trip because they already feel worthless. We have to love and accept who they are even when they don’t want to get clean. ❤️

do u need medical coverage in order to go?

Victoria Garay | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

No. If you have no coverage, will enroll you in Medicaid/Medicare/whatever vehicle they are using in New York State for homeless to access medical care. Saint Christophers in is technically a homeless shelter; they do except insured clients, but their primary purpose is to service those in need. If you call admissions they will explain all the requirements to you. Good luck

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Would like to send a friend a package of tees and sweat pants but don’t know what is accepted. Is there a list of items they may or may not receive?

Trish Ramado | Oct 3, 2019
Heather Freely | Oct 3, 2019

I just called the info dept and they said you cannot mail clothing

I am the mother of an addict. Checking to see if you have room for him?

Katherine Ulch | Oct 3, 2019
mickey gary | Oct 3, 2019

Tim is right on the money with his answer but that does not mean your son can't go to another program in the interim. God bless you and your family. This is a terrible disease.

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Do you take Fedelis

Kathleen Young | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

St. Christopher’s will accept payment from any provider, if Fedelis generally covers inpatient substance abuse treatment, they’ll should cover Saint Christophers - it is one of the least expensive, and statistically most successful options in New York State. Saint Christopher’s also has a day treatment program which is covered by absolutely everyone.

Do you have a place for women

Gordineer JoAnn | Oct 3, 2018
David Morrison | Oct 3, 2018

Not at this time all men facility.

Who do I contact to send money for some expenses for a sober living resident

jean macron | Oct 3, 2018
Vito | Oct 3, 2018

You need to contact them for the right answer. Let them know what you are looking to do. They will have the best answer.

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what if I do not have medical insurance

john coogan | Oct 2, 2020
Anthony Andrews | Oct 2, 2020

John coogan just call them and explain that you dont have insurance and they will get you emergency medicaid. THEY DO NOT TURN PEOPLE AWAY. most people dont have insurance when they get up there

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Is this a Christian based program?

Debbie Chakmakis | Oct 2, 2020
mickey gary | Oct 2, 2020

No. This is a 12 step program. Everyone is free to find a higher power of their own understanding.

Is there a detox there ? And if so do they use methadone to detox you as per medication ? Thank you

Euro Modding Elite | Oct 3, 2019
Cynthia Gerber | Oct 3, 2019

The Medically Supervised Outpatient Withdrawal (MSOW) program, which is licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services, is designed for individuals who may be in need of an uncomplicated detox from alcohol, sedative hypnotics and opiates, before beginning a more intensive and structured treatment program for substance use disorder. Patients who meet criteria for MSOW do not need hospitalization, but can benefit from beginning to treat their addiction, while living in a safe environment that also provides education and support. MSOW Patients meet daily with a substance use disorder counselor, and the medical staff. In addition, patients have access to an array of services and learning opportunities to point them in the right direction for long-term recovery including 12- step meetings, pastoral counseling, informative lectures and individual sessions with counselors.

Can you bring rollie cigarettes with you

Rob Holden | Oct 3, 2019
Heather Freely | Oct 3, 2019

Smoking is allowed but no rollies. The cigarettes MUST be in a pack

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Is the mailing address 21 Franciscan Way?

Kyla Carney | Oct 3, 2018
Michael Pozzini | Oct 3, 2018

Yes

What if you are in methadone do you have to detox off that before you go in

Daniel Connolly | Oct 3, 2018
Ismael Martinez | Oct 3, 2018

yes you will have to be off methadone the only maintenance you could be on is Suboxone

when is the annual picnic?

Audrey Reynolds | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

Sadly... When WAS the annual picnic. It WAS on Saturday August 4th 2018. They have the annual picnic and the brick wall memorial happening on the same day. In 2016 and 2017 I was informed in advance of the picnic at Memorial – my son was a client there who died of an overdose three years ago, so his name is part of that wall. However this year for some reason I was not contacted about the August 4 events and miss them. I’m actually pretty upset about it and plan to contact the administration.

I have a friend that went to a rehab center upstate n is homeless. Not sure if its your center, question is do u have an 18 month program ?

Linda Geiling | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

Saint Christophers is technically a homeless shelter, although they do except insurance payments from those who have insurance It’s probably the program you heard about. There are a few long term options that go beyond Saint Christophers usual three months maximum stay. It’s my understanding that those programs are only for residents of the five boroughs, though that may have changed and opened up. I believe one of those programs is called Project Renewal, I’ve known some men who have been through it and they say it’s wonderful, and it does last 18 months and even beyond for some.

Do you take mens slightly worn clothes and shoes . My husband died of cancer 2 years ago and i would love to donate his thibgs.

Ruth Armeno | Oct 3, 2018
Vito | Oct 3, 2018

I am not sure if they still do. However, they did take donations. You will have to contact them.

I am interested in finding out if a past resident has returned. Worried about a friends well being who doesn't have family in the area or that he has good relationships with who live further away.

Debbie Gilmore | Oct 3, 2018
Debbie Gilmore | Oct 3, 2018

Can't reach them on their cell and I know he is bipolar from being in a relationship for.4 years. I know he doesn't take meds but should so trying to find out if he is there from him seems impossible.

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Is smoking allowed at St Christophet’s graymoor

Madeline McDougal | Oct 3, 2018
Chris Mann | Oct 3, 2018

Yes

Do u take medicate

Richard Gheraldi | Oct 3, 2018
Frankie Montanez | Oct 3, 2018

N Y medicaid

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Pls advise if u r also a sober retreat center where a short stay is possible

Lorraine Antine | Oct 3, 2018
Vito | Oct 3, 2018

It is determined on a case by case basis.

Can I park and sleep in my car overnights?

Tom Meyer | Oct 3, 2018
K. Pemble | Oct 3, 2018

yes.

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