Social Science Services Inc - Cedar House Life Change Center

One Organization For Detox, Residential, and Outpatient Care

Cedar House Life Change Center offers multiple levels of substance use treatment in one place, which can make it easier to move from early stabilization into ongoing care without starting over elsewhere. Services include withdrawal management (detox), residential treatment with 24-hour support, and outpatient programming for people who need care alongside work and family responsibilities. The center also treats co-occurring substance use and mental health needs, with screening and assessment as part of intake.

Evidence-Based Therapy With Medication Options

Treatment combines counseling and behavioral therapies with medications for addiction treatment (MAT) when clinically appropriate, including options used for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. Therapy approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, the Matrix Model, relapse prevention, anger management, trauma-related counseling, and 12-step facilitation. Clients can take part in individual, group, and family counseling, which can help build practical coping tools while strengthening support at home.

Specialized Tracks and Real-World Support That Helps People Stay Engaged

Cedar House serves adult men and women, including people who have experienced trauma and those living with co-occurring disorders. Specialty options include Maple House perinatal treatment for pregnant and parenting women and Sanctuary House sober living for men who want structured step-down support as they return to daily life. The program also offers case management, help accessing social services, housing services, domestic violence services, and transportation assistance — services that can reduce common barriers to staying connected to care.

A Setting Built for Stability and Ongoing Connection

Residential accommodations include air-conditioned rooms with private and shared options. The facility allows visitors and permits smoking and vaping in designated areas, which can matter for people trying to focus on treatment while managing day-to-day needs. After treatment, discharge planning and continuing care support the transition forward, including overdose education, follow-up after discharge, and alumni programming with meetings and activities through the Cedar Connect app.

Client Reviews

Many clients describe Cedar House Life Change Center as a strong starting point for recovery, with supportive staff and groups. Some reviewers also point to gaps in communication, professionalism, and follow-through when issues come up.

• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (90% positive): Many clients say the program helped them stabilize, build recovery tools, and make meaningful progress over time. A smaller number describe outcomes that didn’t meet expectations, including feeling unsupported during treatment. "Changed my life!"
• Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Reviews often highlight staff as kind, encouraging, and genuinely invested in clients’ well-being. Some clients and family members report some negative interactions and concerns about how conflicts or complaints were handled.
• Facility & Environment (90% positive): Positive comments mention a generally healing environment and day-to-day support that helped clients stay engaged. A few reviews raise concerns about cleanliness, room conditions, and whether the setting consistently feels well-managed.
• Access & Process (85% positive): Several reviewers describe intake as straightforward once a bed is available and appreciate help with practical steps. Others flag difficulty reaching admissions by phone or email and concerns about missed updates or follow-up during time-sensitive situations.
• Support & Community (85% positive): Many clients describe peer connection and a sense of community as a meaningful part of their experience.