Penfield Christian Homes

Penfield Christian Homes Union Point Georgia

For over three decades, Penfield Christian Homes has provided hope to individuals struggling with addiction. As a faith-based rehab, our mission is to facilitate recovery through spiritual renewal. We are dedicated to helping our clients regain their health, happiness, and inner peace by addressing the body, mind, and spirit. By fostering a personal relationship with God, we assist individuals in finding balance in their lives.

ABOUT PENFIELD CHRISTIAN HOMES — UNION POINT, GEORGIA

Established in 1979, Penfield Christian Homes operates three residential treatment facilities in Georgia, with two facilities for men and one for women. Located on 33 acres in a serene area just outside the Oconee National Forest in northeastern Georgia, our Union Point facility serves as our main campus, providing faith-based residential treatment for men. While medical detox is not available on-site, we can provide referrals to detox facilities.

TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT

We schedule intake appointments on weekdays only. Before admission, all clients must undergo medical clearance by a nurse. Additionally, clients must obtain a statement from a medical provider indicating that medical detox is not required.

We accept clients who are on probation or who have court-mandated treatment. Some prescription medications are permitted during treatment, and we encourage prospective clients to contact our facility for more information regarding medication conflicts.

Our program lasts six weeks and incorporates the 12-Step approach, along with two Christian programs: Overcomers Outreach and Celebrate Recovery. Our treatment methods address addiction through counseling, spirituality, and education. We firmly believe that recovery from substance abuse is achievable through a personal faith in Jesus Christ, and we expect our clients to attend church services throughout their treatment.

In addition to 12-Step and related fellowships, we provide individual and group counseling, Bible study and devotions, alcohol and drug education, relapse prevention, and spiritual guidance. We also host family education days. Our program includes recreational activities that demonstrate how to find enjoyment without substances, although specific activities are not specified.

Upon graduation, we assist clients in establishing aftercare plans based on their needs. We also have four alumni groups throughout the state to help former clients maintain connections within a sober network.

STAFF CREDENTIALS

Our staff members consist of certified addiction counselors and pastors. According to reviews received, the level of support and training received from our staff is highly praised.

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

During the first 14 days of treatment, clients are not allowed visitors. After this initial period, authorized family members may visit on weekend afternoons.

Our center features a ping-pong table, volleyball court, and an indoor basketball court. Surrounded by green space, the facility offers shared bedrooms and a canteen-style dining room.

WHAT ALUMNI SAY

Based on surveys conducted with our alumni, eight out of ten respondents provided positive feedback regarding our Union Point facility. Multiple individuals credited our rehab with saving their lives, and nearly all respondents commended our caring and dedicated staff.

The few negative reviews mentioned concerns about the quality of our food and fees.

WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY

Of the six reviews submitted by loved ones, four were positive, one was negative, and one was neutral. Positive reviews generally expressed satisfaction with the successful treatment of their loved ones. However, some reviewers mentioned negative experiences with our halfway house, as well as encounters with intake staff that were perceived as rude. One individual also shared that their loved one relapsed while on a day pass.

FINANCING

As stated on our website, Penfield Christian Homes is a self-pay facility and does not accept insurance.

Services provided by Penfield Christian Homes


Service Setting

  • Residential
  • Type of Care

  • Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Treatment Approaches

  • Brief Intervention
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Trauma-related Counseling
  • 12-step Facilitation
  • License/Certification/Accreditation

  • State Substance Abuse Agency
  • Genders Accepted

  • Male
  • Penfield Christian Homes Reviews

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    I had a relative spend the 6 weeks in this program. Less than 48 hours home the drinking has started all over again. A total waste of time and money.
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  • Great staff, awesome experience , glad to have found Penfield Been a long time since I have been sober and so closet to God.
    This is for those that may consider this facility as worth money to send your loved one. What a joke. DONATION SONATIONDONATION and your loved one eats left overs from the last 6 weeks with lots and lots of cheese and BUTTER. PLEASE. This place is a rip-off. Do not waist money.
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  • I am still sober and working the program. But the kicker was the rekindling of my relationship with God!!
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  • Awesome experience
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  • A place of refuge. The fear of going back here, and lots of AA keeps me sober.
    I had a wonderful experience with my son at Penfield. It really helped getting him connected back to his spirituality. Wonderful program. And thank goodness it's way out in the boonies. Best place he could have participated in a drug rehab program. Thankful to several members of staff. You'll always.be in my prayers
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  • Will meet some really good people at pennfield. The staff is really helpful and always ready to help in your needs.The main campus counselors and staff will always be remembered. 2-09 and I still think of them.
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  • Penfield saved my life! I was very impressed with how clinically sound staff Penfield is. They really cared about me and helping me change.
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  • My son checked in to this rehab & it helped him so much. The Main Campus is where it's at though. He learned a lot & made friends along the way. However, he tried the half way house in Lafayette, GA & it was a joke & complete waste of money. They talked it up & it was like daylight to dark after being at the Main Campus. They really need to shut it down because it's useless. I would definitely recommend the Main Campus because they seem to know what they're doing & you can feel the spirit as soon as you walk in the front door.
    Hello, I attended the Penfield Christian Home in November of 2011 South Campus. I was very reluctant to attend any rehab center because I thought that I could handle my addiction on my own. My addiction was unmanageable and I was close to death. The center is faith based and in my opinion that's where your strength comes from. I will admit that being sober takes alot of work but trust me it's worth it. The food was good but I wasn't there to fill my stomach, I was there to fill my soul. The counselor's were great and I am almost five years clean and sober. Thanks Penfield
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  • I hesitate to say negative things about any Christian organization, but our experience here was terrible. Money seems to be the motivation with them and I have personally heard them speak in a terribly derogatory manner to a family member trying to get admitted. He was told that since he could not pay $5000 up front that he should go from church to church begging until he had the money. I am sure that they have helped some people, but the way that representative spoke to someone in need was neither Christian nor professional. Unless this is your last option, I would suggest looking elsewhere. Hebron Colony in Boone NC charges at flat $300 medical deposit for a 12 week program.
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  • My nephew completed the program there in 2009. He has been on a job for 5 years now and is moving up the ladder in his company. Has purchased 2 vehicles with cash he has saved. He is living frugally and is paying bills responsibly on his own. He seems content though not social at all- maybe afraid to have outside influences. That seems to be his only issue! Thank you Penfield!!!!
    He did very well until he was allowed weekend passes. He showed up at the facility intoxicated. Penfield shipped him to another facility from which he left of his own accord. They did not report to his probation officer that he had come back intoxicated. They only said that he needed further treatment elsewhere. He got off the hook and his probation officer was non the wiser. Now he is back on the alcohol with no remorse or intentions to be sober.
    My son asked me to review your center. He has been in many rehab centers and his dad and I have told him, we feel a long term treatment center faith based is what he needs. We are active in alanon and know what we want and he wants, may be totally different and unless he's willing, none will work. What is your take on a 6 week program? I agree, without the Lord, nothing will work. Many Thanks, Paula.
    Paula, Penfield is unique in many ways. One way is our six-week program. For many individuals, this time frame works very well. In the event that someone needs longer term treatment, our qualified staff can, and will, assist clients with long-term individualized treatment plans based solely on the needs of the person. God bless
    Penfield saved my life. It allowed me to have a personal relationship with God and learn how to forgive myself for my transgressions. Mainly to be be free from addiction and live a successful life again without any drugs or alcohol. I truly feel God removed the addiction that I had learned to live with because I thought that was the only way I could not feel the pain of life's reality. I have been clean and sober now for over five years. Thank you Penfield.
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  • It saved my life. Main campus. Nothing fancy, but for those looking to get clean, discover a real relationship with God, and exit with the tools necessary to stay clean and sober, you will not find a better place. The counselors are gifted and caring. The program is focused and deliberate. Spiritual, Jesus centered foundation. Deep bonds develop between those in the community. Met and exceeded anything I could have hoped for. Just for today, I sit clean and sober with real hope for a lifetime.
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  • Isn't luxurious like most rehabs but I would recommend it.
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  • the food needed to be better. the patients take turns working in the kitchen and cooking the meals. we once had the same chili for 5 meals in a row.. Also, the portion size was sometimes lacking leaving you still hungry when going to bed.
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  • Seemed to really help my friend get clean.
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  • Good place to learn how to stay clean.