Avenues Extended Care at Metairie

Residential Setting With Integrated Clinical and Holistic Care

Avenues Extended Care at Metairie offers a long-term, community-based treatment experience in a quiet neighborhood outside New Orleans. Clients live in semi-private rooms with access to shared kitchens and living areas, encouraging independence in a supportive environment. On-site services include detox, residential, and outpatient care, delivered through evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma counseling, and motivational interviewing. Holistic approaches like yoga, art and music therapy, and recreational outings are integrated throughout. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine and naltrexone, are available to support recovery from alcohol and opioid use.

12-Step Foundation and Family Involvement

Programs feature onsite 12-step meetings including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), strong peer support, mentorship, and an emphasis on mutual accountability. Family participation and connection are woven into care plans. Loved ones are encouraged to join clients in family and couples counseling sessions. During inpatient treatment, clients can talk to their loved ones as often as needed with the approval of their personal counselor.

Comprehensive Aftercare Planning

From the beginning of treatment, the staff creates aftercare plans adapted to each client’s needs. These include finding a primary care doctor and therapist, connection with local 12-step and other community support groups, and help securing housing as needed. Employment guidance is also provided, including assistance with resumes, applications, and preparation for reentering the workforce.

Thriving Alumni Community

After discharge, clients are encouraged to become part of an active alumni network. This offers a way to form lasting friendships and find mutual support. Alumni organize frequent events and recreational outings and participate in weekly group meetings, either in person or online. An online network where members can chat with each other is also available. Counselors regularly check in on clients’ progress to see how they are doing and provide additional guidance.

Client Reviews

Clients highlight the caring staff, strong recovery community, and engaging programming at Avenues Recovery in Metairie.

• Staff & Care Experience (95% positive): Many describe staff as compassionate, attentive, and relatable, often going “above and beyond.” "The staff here really cares about all the patients."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (90% positive): Reviews emphasize life-changing results, effective group work, and supportive counseling that help clients build coping skills and maintain sobriety. "This place changed and saved my life."
• Support & Community (85% positive): Alumni programming, nightly meetings, and peer support are praised for fostering connection and accountability, with some describing Avenues as “a second family.”
• Facility & Environment: Clients appreciate the living accommodations and structured but welcoming setting. "I like the apartment style approach to the living areas."
• Access & Process: Most report a smooth admissions process and feeling welcomed on arrival, though a small number mention frustrations with program track placements.