Address: 1726 18th Street - Sarasota, FL 34234
Phone Number: 941-366-5333 x1005
Website: http://www.fsos.org

Addiction Treatment & Rehab Overview

First Step of Sarasota Inc is a halfway house / transitional living facility located in Sarasota, FL (Sarasota County).

They accept young adults and adults (ages 18 and up) and treat both men and women.

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Licensing & Certifications

First Step of Sarasota Inc ARF/Detox has the following licenses and/or certifications. Please contact the facility for more information.

  • State Substance Abuse Agency
  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

Addiction Treatment Setting

First Step of Sarasota Inc provides drug and alcohol addiction treatment in the following setting(s):

  • Residential Drug & Alcohol Treatment
  • Residentail Drug & Alcohol Detoxification

Drug & Alcohol Detoxification Services Offered

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following drug & alcohol detoxification services at their facility:

  • Alcohol Detoxification
  • Cocaine / Crack Detoxification
  • Methamphetamine Detoxification
  • Opioid Detoxification

Type of Opioid Treatment

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following opioid addiction treatm services:

  • Accepts clients on opioid medication

Drug & Alcohol Addiction Treatment Approaches

First Step of Sarasota Inc uses the following addiction treatment approaches:

  • Brief Intervention
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Contingency management/motivational incentives
  • Community reinforcement plus vouchers
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Substance use counseling approach
  • 12 Step Facilitation

Rehab Counseling and Education

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following counseling and education programs:

  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Substance Abuse Education
  • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
  • Employment counseling or training

Addiction Treatment Ancillary Services

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following ancillary services to go along with their addiction treatment:

  • Case Management Services
  • Domestic Violence Services
  • Early Intervention For HIV
  • Housing Services
  • Mental Health Services
  • Consumer-run (peer-support) services / Alumni Programs
  • Self Help Groupss
  • Transportation Assistance

Drug Alcohol Rehab Transitional Programs / Services

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following transitional programs to assist their clients post-treatment:

  • Aftercare / Continuing Care
  • Discharge Planning

Rehab Center Payment Information and Financial Assistance

First Step of Sarasota Inc offers the following transitional programs to assist their clients post-treatment:

  • Federal, or any government funding for substance abuse programs
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Cash or Self Payment

Addiction Treatment Screening / Pre-Treatment Services

First Step of Sarasota Inc utilizes the following screening and pre-treatment methods:

  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Health & Substance Screening and Testing Services

First Step of Sarasota Inc screens and tests for the following substances and/or health conditions:

  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • HIV Testing
  • Screening for Substance Use
  • STD Testing
  • TB Screening

Facility Smoking Policies & Cessation Services

First Step of Sarasota Inc has the following smoking policies/assistance:

  • Smoking not permitted
  • Nicotine Replacement Therapy
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling