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EOSIS New Beginnings - Howard Lake

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Overview

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Set in a rural lakeside community about 40 miles from the Twin Cities, this center offers a men-only outpatient addiction treatment program. EOSIS New Beginnings - Howard Lake offers intensive outpatient and outpatient care with group and individual counseling, relapse prevention, 12-step facilitation, and life-skills education. Supportive housing adds structure between sessions, with practical amenities like onsite laundry, shared living space, and outdoor areas for recreation.

Address

210 10th Avenue
Howard Lake, MN 55349

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Young adults

Men’s Outpatient Program With Built-In Structure

EOSIS New Beginnings – Howard Lake provides licensed outpatient addiction treatment for adult men. The program is designed for clients who want structured care while maintaining daily responsibilities, including clients stepping down from inpatient treatment or starting outpatient care as a first level of support.

IOP and Outpatient Care Focused on Skills and Accountability

Services include intensive outpatient programming (IOP) and regular outpatient treatment, combining group counseling with individual sessions as needed. Programming covers substance use counseling, relapse prevention planning, recovery education, and 12-step facilitation. Life-skills education is part of the clinical approach, supporting practical routines that translate to home, work, and relationships. The program accepts clients who use medications for addiction treatment (MAT) when those medications are prescribed elsewhere.

Virtual IOP and Access Support That Reduce Barriers

A virtual IOP is available for Minnesota residents who have a private setting and internet access. Telehealth therapy is also part of the service mix, supporting clients who cannot attend in person. Transportation assistance is offered to help clients stay connected to scheduled care.

Supportive Housing and Continuing Care Connections

Supportive housing is available, with shared bedrooms in a community-style environment that emphasizes peer accountability. The setting includes common indoor space for downtime and connection, along with practical amenities such as onsite laundry, coffee and snacks, and designated smoking and vaping areas. Outdoor space supports seasonal activities, with access to nearby lake recreation. Treatment planning also includes assessment, case management, discharge planning, aftercare, peer support, self-help groups, and overdose education with naloxone.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • HealthPartners
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicaid
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Access to nature
  • Ping pong table
  • Walking paths

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Coffee maker & tea
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Sofa
  • TV
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Games
  • Culinary workshops
  • Fitness activities
  • Gardening
  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Hiking
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Settings

  • Lakeside

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

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