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DCCCA Inc - First Step at Lake View

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At a Glance

2 Accreditation(s)

Medication

Inpatient

Outpatient

Accepts Private Health Insurance

Accepts Public Health Insurance

Accreditations

Council on Accreditation

Residential Recovery That Keeps Families Together

The Lawrence, Kansas facility is one of the few residential treatment programs in the state that allows mothers to live on-site with their children. This family-inclusive model is supported by licensed childcare, a playground, and a partnership with Positive Bright Start to provide early childhood education and mental health services for kids. The facility itself is warm and practical, with shared rooms, communal dining areas, and outdoor spaces designed to give residents a sense of safety and stability. It’s a place where women can focus on recovery without having to separate from their children.

Trauma-Informed and Dual Diagnosis Care

Programming serves women with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and histories of domestic violence and other traumas. Treatment is trauma-informed from the very beginning, with licensed counselors, peer mentors, and group therapy built around safety and empowerment. Services include on-site detox beds, comprehensive mental health assessments, and case management to help clients address root causes while building toward stability.

Rebuilding Economic and Housing Stability

Beyond therapy, First Step is focused on what happens after treatment. Case managers help clients secure housing, apply for jobs, and pursue education, recognizing that long-term recovery depends on more than sobriety alone. Clients also participate in life skills and employment readiness workshops, preparing for daily life with tools they can use right away. These resources reduce real-world barriers like income instability and housing insecurity, two of the biggest reasons people fall out of care.

What Patients Say

Reviews highlight the transformative impact of First Step’s structure and staff support. Many former clients describe regaining custody of children, finding employment, and achieving long-term sobriety. The early days of treatment can feel strict, but clients often reflect on how these boundaries contributed to their growth. A few noted rough experiences at intake or with communication, but overall, the sense of support and community stands out as a defining strength.

Insurance Accepted

Private

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Highmark
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • First Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Net of California
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Optum Health Plan of California
  • Sunshine Health
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance

Public

  • Medicaid
  • IHS-funded
  • TRICARE
  • 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

Provided Not Provided
Free
Payment assistance
Sliding fee scale

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Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Residential inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Telemedicine
  • Detox
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-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
  • Child care services
  • Domestic violence support
  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Residential beds for children
  • 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
  • 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
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Medication-Based Treatments

  • Nicotine replacement

Other Conditions Treated

  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Gambling addiction
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Sex addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Healthy meals

Room Amenities

  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops

Setting

  • City

Policies

  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

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