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Spanish American Civic Association - La Casa

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Overview

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Spanish American Civic Association – La Casa is a transitional housing program exclusively for adult men in recovery from substance use disorders in central Lancaster. The bilingual (Spanish/English), multicultural residence is designed for longer stays and uses a structured, three-phase model that builds relapse prevention and daily living skills. Residents live in a shared home setting with practical comforts like air-conditioned rooms and phone access, plus counseling and vocational assistance to support community reentry.

Address

134 Locust Street
Lancaster, PA 17602

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Ages Served

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

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • Spanish
  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Court referrals
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS

Transitional Housing For Adult Men In Lancaster

Spanish American Civic Association – La Casa is a nonprofit transitional housing program for adult men in Lancaster County. The residence is bilingual (Spanish/English) and multicultural. The setting is built for structure and routine, with everyday amenities such as air-conditioned rooms and phone access to help residents stay connected while they focus on recovery.

A Phased Program That Supports Community Reentry

Stays vary by need but are typically three to six months, organized into three phases that build relapse prevention skills throughout. Orientation focuses on understanding addiction, self-image, values, coping skills, and triggers. Reentry adds a strong vocational and recreational component, including employment goals and a volunteer commitment, so residents can practice recovery skills while interacting with the community. Reunification emphasizes discharge planning, including housing, continued employment, education, and strengthening family and community support.

Counseling That Balances Privacy, Family Involvement, And Peer Accountability

Transitional services are delivered through individual, group, and family counseling. Individual sessions are reserved for concerns that are better handled privately, while group therapy draws on community support to develop practical strategies for day-to-day stability. This mix is designed to help residents build coping skills, strengthen communication, and practice accountability in a shared living environment.

Discharge Planning With Practical Next Steps

La Casa’s later phase focuses on leaving with a workable next-step plan, not just good intentions. Discharge planning is tied to real-life needs like stable housing, maintaining employment, continued education, and ongoing support from family and the community. The goal is to help residents transition out with clearer routines, stronger support systems, and concrete steps they can carry forward.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Medicaid
  • Some Private Insurance

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


Cost

$ - Low Cost Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

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

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Job training and educational support
  • 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
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Intervention and education support
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for HIV
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Private rooms
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings
  • Spiritual or faith-based services
  • Volunteering opportunities

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Allows cell phones
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust


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

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