ABOUT CODA GRESHAM RECOVERY CENTER OUTPATIENT AND WOMEN’S AND MEN’S RESIDENTIAL
For over four decades, CODA has been providing addiction treatment and social services to individuals and families in the greater Portland area. CODA’s Gresham facility offers residential and outpatient treatment programs for men and women, with a focus on personalized and continuous care as clients progress through different levels of treatment.
This facility is one of the 41 (18.4 percent) centers in the state that have special programs for pregnant women, and one of the 19 (8.5 percent) in Oregon that serve individuals living with HIV or AIDS. CODA also offers services for individuals using intravenous drugs, and detox services are available at their Tigard location.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
The treatment process begins with a 10-minute telephone screening, followed by a comprehensive evaluation on-site. Based on the evaluation, clients are recommended for residential or standard or intensive outpatient treatment. All levels of treatment at CODA are built upon evidence-based therapies, and some programs participate in federally-funded addiction research.
The men’s residential program focuses on the development of a support network, as well as preparing for employment and independent housing. Many residents participate in rehab as part of their involvement in the criminal justice system. The women’s residence also supports women with legal obligations, and includes parenting education as part of the treatment program.
According to the facility’s website, admission to residential treatment usually has a two-week wait. Outpatient clients may also participate in family therapy, counseling groups, and medication-assisted therapy.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
CODA is staffed by a team of master’s level social workers, therapists, and counselors, led by a board-certified physician. A requirement for continuing education is in place for 99.2 percent of substance abuse treatment centers in Oregon.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
According to a state government website, the Gresham facility can accommodate 45 men and 26 women, with additional space for 10 children staying with mothers in treatment. Further details about living arrangements and related offerings are not currently available. Ratings provided by three individuals polled by Best-rehabs.com for overall accommodations & amenities ranged from low to mediocre, with three out of five stars given overall. Meals & nutrition received ratings of one, two, and three stars, while facility cleanliness received ratings of four, three, and two stars.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Best-rehabs.com received survey feedback from one former client, who did not complete treatment due to disagreement with facility rules. This client did not feel they learned from the program and rated exercise & leisure activities, holistic offerings, and the connectivity policy with one star. However, they did give five stars for staff training and the quality of their individual counselor’s work.
On Google, CODA’s Gresham facility has an average rating of 3.7 out of five stars based on reviews from 20 individuals.[1] One alum, J.D., shared similar concerns about overly strict rules and micromanagement. Another alum complained about poorly-maintained facilities. In contrast, former client T.S. gave the program five stars and praised the nonjudgmental help they received.
At the time of this writing, CiteHealth had three user reviews for the facility, with an overall rating of 1.7 out of five stars.[2] One reviewer expressed concern about the lack of supervision, while another described the facility as filthy and poorly managed.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Two loved ones surveyed by Best-rehabs.com provided lukewarm feedback. Both rated opportunities for family participation with four stars, and one also gave four stars for holistic offerings and exercise & leisure activities. However, one loved one rated overall treatment effectiveness with only three stars. The other loved one, whose daughter was successfully treated for meth addiction, noted subpar accommodations and suggested a need for a more holistic approach. Despite these concerns, this parent rated the treatment as worth the cost with four out of five stars.
WHAT STAFF SAY
Best-rehabs.com has not yet received feedback from facility staff, but 27 Glassdoor reviews gave an average rating of 2.6 out of five stars.[3] Written comments indicate that employees strongly support the facility’s treatment practices. However, a majority of the reviews reported issues with understaffing and high turnover rates.
FINANCING
CODA accepts the Oregon Health Plan and private insurance. The majority of residential clients receive financial assistance through subsidies or reduced fees. Both loved ones surveyed by Best-rehabs.com found the program to be affordable, rating it with four and five stars.
[1] Google Reviews
[2] CiteHealth
[3] Glassdoor