The LGBTQ+ community experiences stressors and issues that the general population will never understand. Perhaps that is why those who identify as gay, transgender or questioning suffer from markedly higher rates of addiction to drugs and alcohol.
At Gateway Foundation, we open our doors to everyone in need of help. No matter your background, sexual orientation or level of addiction, we are here for you. Our LGBTQ+ program at our Lake Villa Center offers a welcoming and judgment-free atmosphere where you can break the bonds of addiction and experience healing in recovery.
Those in the LGBTQ+ community face a variety of experiences and specific drivers that put them at a higher risk of addiction. While each individual’s background is unique, some of the issues faced by this population could include:
We offer hope and healing without discrimination and proudly serve those identifying as LGBTQ+.
877–377–2027For over 50 years, Gateway Foundation has served communities throughout Ilinois with clinically-based addiction treatment.
We offer hope and healing without discrimination and proudly serve those identifying as LGBTQ+.
We understand the unique needs of LGBTQ+ patients, which is why we have enhanced our services by launching a specialized residential LGBTQ+ addiction rehab center at our lovely, lakeside Lake Villa campus.
The Out in Recovery program is specifically geared toward LGBTQ+ patients. We’ve tailored our services to support this population so you can find healing from addiction surrounded by the comfort and support of peers and caring staff members.
From medical care and wellness checks to recreational services and peer support, each aspect of your care is designed to help you explore, find and be your true self.
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The Out in Recovery team will work with you to design a personalized care approach that covers a range of clinical and support services, including:
For those in the LGBTQ+ community, it’s not uncommon to feel alone — to feel like substance use is the best way to quiet past hurts and future fears. Yet, there is a better way. The Out in Recovery program at our Lake Villa Center will give you the strength you need to find joy in sobriety. You’ve already struggled with so much. Don’t let addiction rob you of one more day.
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