Edgewater Health

1110 West 5th Avenue Turning Point Building, Gary, IN 46402

2.8 (6 reviews)

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Edgewater Health is a not-for-profit community health organization founded in 1974 as the Gary Community Mental Health Center, evolving over decades to become a comprehensive provider of integrated physical and behavioral healthcare services in northwest Indiana.
With a mission to provide culturally competent, evidence-based care specifically developed for each patient, Edgewater Health treats the whole person by addressing both physical and mental health needs, aiming to improve individual outcomes and create a ripple effect that enhances the quality of life for the entire community.
Serving individuals and families of all ages, including underserved populations such as African American and Hispanic communities, the organization offers a wide range of services including primary care, pediatric care through partnerships, mental health counseling, addiction treatment with outpatient and residential options, crisis intervention via the unique Rapid Access Center, on-site pharmacies, and community programs like My Brother's Keeper and My Sister's Keeper to support boys, young men, and girls of color from cradle to career.
Guided by core values of IMPACT—Integrity, Mutual Respect, Professionalism, Accountability, Community, and Teamwork—Edgewater Health remains eternally optimistic, focusing on proactive, holistic approaches to foster long-term recovery, hope, and community well-being.

What we treat

Treatment & Programs

Levels of Care

The treatment continuum at Edgewater Health is designed to meet individuals exactly where they are, anchored by the Rapid Access Center, which provides 24/7 immediate psychiatric care and short-term crisis residential stabilization. From there, clients can step down into intensive outpatient programming at the Turning Point Center or enter supervised group living programs. The medical detox unit ensures safe withdrawal management with nursing staff available around the clock.

Therapies

Treatment at this Gary center relies heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to deliver effective counseling across individual, group, and family settings. For opioid recovery, the specialized New Life Program utilizes Medication-Assisted Treatment, specifically methadone, bridging medical intervention with necessary psychological support. The pediatric day treatment initiative also integrates applied behavior modification and specialized academic programming with consistent clinical therapy.

Addictions

At the Turning Point Center, clinicians focus on a broad range of substance use challenges, offering structured support for alcohol and narcotic dependence. The on-site New Life Center serves as a dedicated hub for clients struggling with opiate addiction, providing comprehensive methadone maintenance integrated with daily counseling. Their abstinence-based outpatient tracks also cater to individuals dealing with cocaine use and those requiring formal DUI program services.

Conditions

The clinical team approaches mental wellness with the understanding that one size does not fit all, particularly when addressing dual-diagnosis concerns alongside addiction. Services are built to guide adults and youth through complex personal challenges like severe psychosis, depression, and severe anxiety, as well as providing practical tools for anger and impulse management. Therapists also focus heavily on surviving trauma, whether from childhood abuse, accidents, or domestic violence.

Issues

Recognizing that lasting recovery is closely tied to environmental stability, the team actively addresses housing insecurity through initiatives like South Shore Commons, which provides enriched housing for homeless individuals. Counselors regularly help clients navigate deep life stressors beyond their primary diagnosis, such as the unexpected death of a loved one, chronic marital conflicts, and the emotional toll of living with a physical disorder.

Homelessness/Housing Insecurity

Programs

A cornerstone of Edgewater Health is their commitment to culturally competent care, particularly through evidence-based treatment tactics developed specifically for African American and Hispanic populations. Beyond standard clinical tracks, they continually champion community empowerment through initiatives like My Brother's Keeper and My Sister's Keeper, providing pathways to success for youth of color. They also run a specialized Day Treatment Program for children with serious emotional disorders, effectively blending therapeutic activities with special education.

On-site

Amenities

Clients stepping into residential care can expect living arrangements designed for lasting stability, including supervised group settings like the Transitions Group Home, C-Path, and Horizon House. Those moving toward more independence frequently transition to the Phoenix semi-independent living apartments. To streamline the care experience and improve physical health outcomes, the main campus features a full-service, on-site pharmacy, making daily medication management highly convenient.

Coverage

Payment

To ensure care remains widely accessible regardless of a patient's financial situation, the clinic readily provides a sliding fee scale for all qualifying individuals. They actively accept Medicaid, Medicare, and various private health insurance plans like Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Humana. Staff are prepared to help clients explore available financial assistance options to guarantee that cost never becomes a barrier to integrated physical and behavioral care.

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Who We Serve

Originally founded in 1974 to serve the local community, this nonprofit center provides inclusive care for individuals and families of all ages from cradle to career. They have tailored specific interventions to support underserved populations in Northwest Indiana, extending specialized pediatric medical and mental health care to adolescents. Adults experiencing acute psychiatric distress, as well as those simply seeking preventative primary wellness, find a deeply welcoming environment rooted in mutual respect.

Languages

English

Additional Services

Care extends far beyond basic therapy, incorporating full primary care and physical health screenings to seamlessly treat the whole person. The unique Rapid Access Center emphasizes a hospital and jail diversion model, acting as an immediate, safe landing spot for those in acute distress. Clients also benefit from comprehensive case management, which strongly links them to local resources, ongoing care coordination, and follow-up recovery support.

Primary Care / Physical Health ServicesSliding Scale Fees

About

Facility Info

Situated in the heart of Gary, Indiana, Edgewater Health operates as a prominent community health center dedicated to the comprehensive wellness of the surrounding region. The multi-location, city-based campus ensures that both primary medical care and mental health resources remain widely accessible to local residents and underserved neighborhoods. Their guiding core values of IMPACT—Integrity, Mutual Respect, Professionalism, Accountability, Community, and Teamwork—sustain every aspect of their nonprofit operations.

Credentials

Accreditations

Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to high-quality care, Edgewater Health proudly displays the Gold Seal of accreditation from CARF across their community communications. This major credential signifies that their diverse behavioral health and specialized housing programs consistently meet rigorous, internationally recognized standards for measurable service and patient outcomes.

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