Lower Eastside Harm Reduction

About Lower Eastside Harm Reduction

Lower Eastside Harm Reduction Center is a community based harm reduction and substance use service provider in New York, New York.

The center offers outpatient counseling, case management, syringe exchange services, overdose prevention training and connections to medical and mental health care for people who use drugs.

Clients value the compassionate anonymous support and bilingual services delivered without judgment.

What services does Lower Eastside Harm Reduction Center offer?

The center provides outpatient substance use management, counseling and coaching, peer support and individualized case management.

Visitors can exchange syringes and safer injection equipment anonymously, receive Narcan and Naloxone overdose prevention kits and training, get free rapid HIV and hepatitis C testing, access safer sex supplies and sign up for referrals to additional medical and behavioral health care.

Who can get help here?

Lower Eastside Harm Reduction Center serves adults who inject drugs or use substances and want to stay safer while reducing health risks.

The center welcomes people at any stage of use or recovery and offers services in both English and Spanish.

Is there a cost for services?

Many services at Lower Eastside Harm Reduction Center are free, including HIV and hepatitis C testing, overdose prevention kits and harm reduction supplies.

Staff can help connect you to insurance and other resources for ongoing counseling or medical care.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
People with a dual diagnosis may be using substances to self-medicate. A high-quality rehab in New York can address both issues and help you reach recovery. Along with traditional evidence-based substance use treatment, clients may receive mental health counseling, medication, peer support, and other tools to help them manage their mental health.
Alcohol Rehab
Alcohol rehab in New York helps clients find the motivation to make a change and gives them the tools to achieve long-term sobriety. Alcohol programs address the mental, emotional, and relational issues that may contribute to addiction. You’ll learn to build a new support network that supports your long-term sobriety.
Opioid Addiction
A treatment program in New York can give you the tools and skills you need to overcome opioid addiction and reclaim your life. These treatment programs offer detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care. You may receive individual, group, and family counseling, peer support, and classes in essential life skills.
Drug Rehab
Drug rehab in New York provides professional treatment to help clients overcome substance misuse and build a drug-free life. High-quality treatment lays a foundation for sobriety and helps prevent relapses by giving you new ways of thinking, better coping skills, and a better understanding of key life skills such as emotional regulation and communication.

Insurance Coverage

Free
If you are struggling to pay for addiction treatment in New York, consider looking for free rehabs. Free rehabs are often state-supported or run by your local county. You can find help with detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care.
Private insurance
There are many ways to pay for rehab in New York. One option is private insurance. Your insurance plan can pay for some or all of the costs of rehab, especially if you choose a center that’s in the plan’s network. Be sure to check with the insurer to get full details.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
If you’ve recently finished a residential treatment program, participating in outpatient treatment in New York can help you reinforce and practice your new habits. Outpatient treatment includes multiple approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and holistic therapy options.

Therapies

Individual Therapy
Individual therapy in New York can provide professional support and accountability as you work through substance use treatment. Individual therapy is a common part of both inpatient and outpatient substance use treatment and may be used to help with skill-building, overcoming trauma, and creating a substance-free lifestyle.