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Unity House - Residential Reintegration

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Overview

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Located in a discreet, accessible property in Buffalo’s East Side, Unity House provides residential reintegration for adult men in recovery, including those with co-occurring conditions or individuals at risk of homelessness. The program spans 39 to 90 days, and combines trauma-informed counseling with relapse-prevention, life-skills workshops, and vocational or educational support, helping residents build independence and transition to safe, stable community living. Clients have access to semi-private housing, on-site meals, and a recreation space, in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Address

923 Sycamore Street
Buffalo, NY 14212

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Ages Served

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

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Court referrals
  • Military families
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Veterans
  • Pain management
  • Seniors

Reintegration for Men in Recovery

Unity House offers residential reintegration for adult men in recovery, including those with co-occurring mental health conditions or housing instability. Located in Buffalo’s East Side, the program provides a structured, community-based setting where residents practice routines, build independence, and prepare to return to stable community living.

Trauma-Informed and Goal-Oriented Care

Care is trauma-informed and person-centered. Residents set their own recovery goals while participating in individual and group counseling. Evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and 12-Step facilitation are core elements. Staff also connect residents with outpatient treatment, mental health providers, and medical services. Practical resources like vocational training, education, case management, and employment counseling, equip residents with tools for long-term stability.

Accessible Living Environment

The facility is fully handicap accessible and offers semi-private rooms, on-site meals, and a recreation area. Its location along a primary bus route makes it easier for residents to reach community services and outpatient appointments. Daily life incorporates structured groups, self-help participation such as alcoholics anonymous (AA) or narcotics anonymous (NA) meetings, and workshops on stress management, wellness, and healthy boundaries. Smoking and vaping are not permitted.

Structure and Oversight

Typical stays range from 30 to 90 days, though program length depends on individual needs. Unity House is certified by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and overseen by the Erie County Department of Mental Health. As part of Cazenovia Recovery’s continuum of care, the program bridges structured treatment with community living by combining counseling, trauma-informed support, and practical reintegration services.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Highmark
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • AmeriHealth
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Magellan
  • TriWest
  • UPMC
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicaid

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 not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • 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

  • Basketball court
  • Fitness center
  • Access to nature
  • Airport pickup & drop-off
  • Equine therapy
  • Gardens
  • Healthy meals
  • Meditation rooms
  • Outdoor relaxation lounge
  • Relaxation lounge
  • Walking paths

Room Amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Outdoor space
  • Private bathroom
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Art therapy
  • Games
  • Movies
  • Music therapy
  • Secular meetings
  • Yoga
  • Animal-assisted therapy
  • Culinary workshops
  • Farming
  • Fitness activities
  • Gardening
  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Hiking
  • Job training
  • Kayaking
  • Life skills workshops
  • Museum outings
  • Offsite outings
  • Paddle boarding
  • Rock climbing
  • Spiritual or faith-based services
  • Surf therapy
  • Volunteering opportunities

Settings

  • Country
  • Mountain

Policies

  • Allows internet access
  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

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.

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

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

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