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Bristlecone Family Resources

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Overview

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Bristlecone Family Resources offers comprehensive addiction recovery services, including detox, residential treatment, outpatient care, and transitional housing. Programs address substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and gambling addiction. Clients benefit from structured therapy, educational support, and peer-led groups. Patient reviews highlight supportive staff, a clean environment, and impactful programming, though experiences with professionalism and supervision vary. The facility provides tailored support for diverse needs, including veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those in court-supported programs. Bristlecone emphasizes relapse prevention and life skills education for sustainable recovery.

Address

704 Mill Street
Reno, NV 89502

Directions

Ages Served

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

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Spanish
  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Pregnant/postpartum
  • Veterans
  • Pain management
  • Seniors

Comprehensive Care for Diverse Needs

  • Provides a full continuum of care, including detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, and transitional living.
  • Offers treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders alongside addiction recovery.

Specialized and Inclusive Programs

  • Tailored services for veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with gender-specific needs.
  • Specialized programs for gambling addiction and legal support through Drug Court and Family Treatment Court.

Flexible Payment Options

  • Accepts Medicaid, military insurance (Tricare), and private insurance.
  • Sliding fee scale available to increase financial accessibility for clients in need.

Accommodations

  • Shared living spaces in a structured, supportive environment.
  • Transitional living facilities to aid in reintegration.

Support Services

  • Group counseling, individual therapy, and family sessions.
  • Educational resources including GED preparation and vocational training.

Activities

  • Recreational therapy and life skills education.
  • Peer support groups and recovery-focused community meetings.

Core Therapies

  • Medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids, stimulants, and more.
  • Residential and outpatient care with flexible scheduling.
  • Dual-diagnosis treatment for individuals with mental health and addiction challenges.

Specialized Services

  • Gambling Addiction Treatment Education (GATE) program.
  • Court-supported programs like Drug Court and Family Treatment Court.

Specific Target Audience

  • Adults (18+) dealing with substance use disorders and mental health conditions.
  • Inclusive services designed for LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and others with specialized needs.

Additional Highlights

  • Tobacco use allowed only in designated areas to promote a healthy environment.
  • Emphasis on aftercare planning and life skills education to support long-term recovery.

Patient Reviews

  • Staff frequently praised for being supportive, caring, and professional.
  • Positive feedback on structured programming and a clean environment.
  • Some clients appreciated the food and recreation room amenities.
  • Transitional living program noted for its support in long-term recovery.
  • Mixed experiences reported, including dissatisfaction with professionalism and client supervision.
  • A few reviewers highlighted relapse prevention and strong peer support networks.
  • Negative experiences mentioned about missing personal items and issues with accountability.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Medicaid
  • IHS-funded
  • TRICARE
  • 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 not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

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

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • Help with transportation
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education

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
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Access to nature

Room Amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Allows internet access
  • No vaping allowed
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust

SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program

This is a federal certification for programs that offer medication like methadone or buprenorphine to treat opioid addiction. It means the center is legally approved to provide this care, follows strict safety rules, and combines medication with counseling to support long-term recovery.

Learn more

Bristlecone Family Resources
Call 775-954-1400 x411

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