ABOUT HORIZON VILLAGE IN SANBORN, NY]
Horizon Village, located in Sanborn, N.Y., provides residential treatment for adults dealing with substance use and/or mental health disorders. The Horizon Village residential facility in Sanborn is part of a larger network of more than 20 treatment facilities operated by Horizon Health Services, Inc. Horizon Village is licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
The facility’s treatment program follows a holistic and individualized approach. Treatment is comprehensive, addressing the medical, psychological, spiritual, cultural, and environmental needs of each client. Prospective clients should contact the facility directly by phone to inquire about admission.
Throughout treatment, clients receive individual and group therapy, self-help and step-work, addiction education, vocational and educational assessments, and medical and psychiatric evaluations. The treatment program also includes specialized family involvement twice a week. Horizon Village offers gender-specific treatment for women and treatment for gambling addiction.
Horizon Village’s parent company, Horizon Health Services, offers continuing care programs for aftercare. It is not stated on the facility website whether these services are part of the treatment program or incur an additional cost for program alumni.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
The treatment team at Horizon Village consists of a multidisciplinary team of professionals from various fields such as medicine, social work, nursing, alcoholism and substance abuse counseling, family counseling, psychology, psychiatry, and activities therapy. A financial case manager and Medicaid assistance are also available.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Horizon Village offers modern, handicap-accessible facilities with 50 beds for male and female clients. The facility is situated on three acres and includes 24 shared rooms and two private rooms. Clients have access to a dining hall, fitness center, gardens, picnic area, softball diamond, and basketball court to enhance their comfort during treatment. The facility accommodates clients who wish to attend religious services during their stay.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
At the time of this writing, one friend or family member has provided feedback about the facility. The reviewer rated the facility highly in various categories and stated that they would recommend it to others. The anonymous loved one gave the facility five out of five stars for treatment effectiveness, accommodations and amenities, and meals and nutrition. They agreed that there are many counseling options available, strongly agreed that the facility is well-equipped and staffed to treat co-occurring mental health problems, and agreed that the staff are experienced and well-trained. The reviewer perceived community-building as a strength of the facility. In terms of weaknesses, they mentioned a long wait time for admissions. The reviewer also shared additional positive information, stating, “A lot of what he learned still sticks with him. Clean now for 2 1/2 yrs.”
WHAT STAFF SAY
At the time of this writing, one former staff member, A.W., has provided feedback about the facility. This reviewer rated the facility highly across several different metrics and expressed a willingness to recommend the facility to others. The employee was a full-time member of the management staff. When asked if the leadership of the facility prioritizes clients’ interests, they gave a five-star rating. The reviewer also gave a five-star rating for the experience and treatment credentials of the management team. They further gave a five-star rating when asked if Horizon Village’s leadership team fosters loyalty and a sense of community among patients. The strengths identified by the reviewer include innovative treatment, caring staff, a country setting, and wellness counseling, as well as on-site mental health and psychiatric services. When asked about weaknesses, the reviewer mentioned understaffing due to OASAS staffing patterns. Additionally, they noted that the facility recently won a national award for innovative treatment.
FINANCING
The facility does not provide information about its costs. However, according to one family member of a client surveyed, the facility received a two-star rating for affordability. Horizon Village offers the support of a financial case manager for program participants. Clients are advised to contact the facility directly for more details about the cost of treatment.