Alexian Brothers Health System The Harbor

About Alexian Brothers Health System The Harbor

Alexian Brothers The Harbor is a comprehensive addiction treatment facility that offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of every client. Whether you’re struggling with alcohol addiction, drug addiction, or both, we have a program that can help you get on the road to recovery. We also offer programs specifically for men, women, and young adults, as well as LGBTQ-friendly rehab and sober living homes. No matter what your individual needs are, we’re here to help you get the treatment you need to get your life back on track.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
An alcohol rehab in Illinois helps people gain the skills they need to overcome addiction and maintain long-term sobriety. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an alcohol program will help you build a new lifestyle based on healthy coping mechanisms, better relationships, and a new way of thinking about life.
Dual Diagnosis
A dual diagnosis is when you have a mental health diagnosis along with a substance use disorder. Getting integrated rehab in Illinois is essential to long-term recovery. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, dual diagnosis program will offer specific support for your mental health needs alongside traditional substance use treatment.
Opioid Addiction
If you choose rehab in Illinois, you’ll receive professional treatment that will help you break free of opioid addiction. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.
Drug Rehab
If you’re struggling with your substance use use, consider a drug rehab in Illinois. In a drug treatment program, you’ll not only receive treatment, but you’ll participate in activities, receive peer support, and learn how to have fun without substance use.
Adult Program
Adulting can be hard. When you choose an adult program in Illinois, you get the support you need to overcome addiction and build a successful life. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
LGBTQ Friendly Rehab
Members of the LGBTQ+ community may find it more comfortable to choose an LGBTQ+ friendly rehab in Illinois. These programs offer personalized treatment that incorporates your physical, mental, and emotional needs. You’ll find the compassionate care you need to overcome addiction.
Men's Rehab
Men need unique support, and a men’s rehab in Illinois can help them manage gender-specific concerns while overcoming addiction. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a men’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Women's Rehab
When people join a women’s rehab in Illinois, they are able to tackle gender-specific issues while receiving treatment. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a women’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Young Adult Rehab
Choosing a young adult rehab in Illinois can be a great way to learn new life skills while also addressing substance use. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a young adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Alexian Brothers The Harbor treats co-occurring conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, OCD, and ADHD alongside alcohol and opioid addiction for adults in Waukegan.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
The Harbor offers buprenorphine and naltrexone as part of medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction, supporting withdrawal management alongside counseling for adults in Illinois.
Men's Program
Adult men receive substance abuse and dual-diagnosis treatment at Alexian Brothers The Harbor, with access to individual, group, and family therapy within outpatient and residential settings.
Women's Program
Adult women are served at The Harbor through outpatient and residential levels of care, addressing alcohol and drug addiction alongside co-occurring mental health conditions.
Aftercare Planning
The Harbor supports clients after primary treatment with aftercare planning and drug or alcohol urine screening, helping adults in Waukegan maintain recovery and prevent relapse.
Case Management
Case management services at Alexian Brothers The Harbor coordinate care across outpatient, residential, and aftercare stages, connecting adults with resources needed to sustain recovery.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
There are many ways to pay for rehab in Illinois, including using Medicaid if you qualify. Using Medicaid can allow you to access treatment without paying much, if anything, out of pocket. Be sure to find a center that accepts Medicaid and has the level of care you need.
Self-pay options
In Illinois, you can pay for rehab yourself, which is known as self-pay. Whether you write a check, have money sent to the center electronically, or use a medical loan, you’ll want to check the fee schedule, which may vary depending on the level of care.
Financing available
When you’re planning to look for financing options to pay for rehab in Illinois, there are a few details to keep in mind. When you finance the cost of treatment, you can pay the cost over time. This makes getting the help you need more affordable. Options include payment plans, grants, loans, and scholarships.
Sliding scale payment assistance
Don’t let the cost of rehab keep you from getting care in Illinois. Instead, find a program that has a sliding scale payment plan. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, you can qualify for a lower cost based on your income and family size.
Financial aid
Trying to see if you qualify for financial aid programs can be a great way to pay for rehab in Illinois. Community groups or non-profits in your area may offer assistance, or you might find a treatment program that has grants or scholarships.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
Alexian Brothers The Harbor provides residential and long-term residential care, offering 24-hour structured support for adult men and women needing intensive treatment for substance use disorders.
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Aftercare Support
Aftercare in Illinois helps clients maintain long-term recovery by providing essential support after treatment ends. Some aftercare programs will help you connect to community resources and social services in your area, from housing to healthcare to financial assistance.
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Sober Living Homes
Sober living in Illinois gives you a place to live that provides encouragement, support, and accountability. Sober living is a place where you can practice your new life skills and begin to work toward an independent, substance-free life.
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Outpatient Rehab
The Harbor’s outpatient program in Waukegan offers flexible scheduling for adults balancing work, school, or family obligations while receiving structured substance abuse and dual-diagnosis treatment.
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Detox Treatment
Residential detoxification services at The Harbor help adults safely manage withdrawal from alcohol and opioids under structured, live-in support before continuing into further levels of care.
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Partial Hospitalization Program
The Harbor’s partial hospitalization program in Waukegan delivers day-treatment level care combining structured therapy and clinical oversight for adults stepping down from residential treatment.

Therapies

Group Therapy
Group sessions at The Harbor give clients in Waukegan the chance to connect with peers, share recovery experiences, and build a supportive community during outpatient or residential care.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling sessions at Alexian Brothers The Harbor allow clients to address personal triggers, trauma history, and recovery goals with a dedicated clinician throughout treatment.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Alexian Brothers The Harbor incorporates CBT to help clients in Waukegan identify and change thought patterns that drive substance use, supporting relapse prevention and long-term recovery goals.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is offered at The Harbor to help clients manage intense emotions and reduce self-destructive behaviors, often paired with co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, or PTSD.
Family Therapy
Family therapy at Alexian Brothers The Harbor helps repair strained relationships and improve communication, strengthening the support system clients rely on after completing treatment.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma-focused counseling is available for clients with a history of PTSD or abuse, addressing underlying trauma that often contributes to substance use and co-occurring mental health struggles.