EOSIS - Bridge

A Two-Phase Residential Path That Supports Real-World Readiness

EOSIS – Bridge Recovery is a men-only residential addiction treatment program in Sauk Rapids, just outside Saint Cloud. Through its built-in step-down model, men typically begin in a high-intensity residential track with round-the-clock supervision and a full weekly schedule of clinical programming, then transition to a lower-intensity residential phase on the same campus. This structure keeps housing and accountability in place while gradually increasing flexibility and independence — an approach that helps people practice day-to-day stability before they return fully to work, family, and community life.

Co-Occurring Mental Health Care Alongside Addiction Treatment

Care starts with an initial assessment and continues with ongoing review of medical, mental health, and substance use history. Treatment includes individual sessions with an addiction counselor, mental health counseling, medical care, and group and educational therapy. Groups cover topics like relapse prevention, coping skills, health education, and mental health education, with on-site AA meetings as part of programming. The program also provides medications for addiction treatment (MAT) to ease withdrawal discomfort and cravings. Clients with complex medical cases in need of withdrawal management (detox) are directed to a Gateway Recovery center before admission to residential treatment, supporting a safer start to care.

Community-Based Programming That Builds Skills and Support

Bridge Recovery leans into the idea that addiction can be isolating, and that community helps people reconnect. Daily structure includes a primary group with counselor and peers, psychosocial groups, family education, and life-skills programming that supports practical routines and healthier responses to stress. Case management, peer support, assistance connecting to social services and housing resources, naloxone and overdose education, and discharge planning are integrated into the treatment experience so the transition out of residential care comes with a concrete plan. In the lower-intensity phase, residents earn more independence based on clinical progress, including the option for community passes and encouragement to pursue part-time work outside group hours.

A Spacious Campus With Everyday Comforts and Recovery-Focused Activity

The campus is large and wheelchair accessible, with shared dorm-style and suite-style rooms. Outside of treatment hours, residents have access to walking paths and green space, a basketball court, and a fitness room, to support routine and physical health. Indoor spaces like a lounge with TVs, a recreation room, and games such as ping pong and cards create low-pressure opportunities for sober social time. Meals are prepared on site, and dietary needs are addressed on admission. Phone and device access follows a phased approach tied to progress in treatment, and smoking and vaping are allowed in designated areas. Service animals are permitted with appropriate paperwork, and non-emergency transportation assistance supports access to treatment and care coordination.