Weisman Kaplan House

Accessible City-Based Residential Care

Weisman Kaplan House provides men in recovery with a safe, structured residential setting in central Baltimore. As part of the nonprofit Tuerk House network, it offers both medium- and low-intensity programs for those who have completed detox, creating a step-down pathway toward long-term stability. The facility’s location makes treatment accessible while also connecting residents to community resources and next levels of care within the broader Tuerk system.

Structured Daily Programming

Days begin with an 8:30 a.m. lecture that sets the focus, followed by small group therapy, case management, skill-building, and self-help meetings. Evenings include meals, leisure time, and structured activities, with the day concluding at 8:00 p.m. Around-the-clock support ensures consistency and accountability. Counseling is grounded in evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed approaches.

Specialized Support for Complex Needs

The program serves men with co-occurring mental health conditions, chronic pain, trauma histories, and HIV/AIDS. Dedicated services are also available for veterans and survivors of domestic or sexual violence. Treatment is individualized, combining therapy with medications for addiction treatment (MAT) such as buprenorphine or naltrexone, nicotine replacement, and smoking cessation support. Coordination with outside prescribers ensures continuity of care.

Building Skills for Independence

Beyond treatment, Weisman Kaplan House helps residents prepare for life after residential care. Vocational training, educational support, and job counseling create pathways to employment. Case managers assist with housing, transportation, and legal needs, while peer mentoring and self-help groups foster community. Discharge planning, naloxone education, and aftercare connections support safe transitions and relapse prevention long after residents leave the program.