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(419) 827-3498Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery is an addiction treatment facility located in Willard, Ohio that offers residential treatment, medical detox, individual/group therapy, and alumni programming to help patients overcome substance abuse problems. By tailoring our program specifically to each patient who comes to Praxis by Landmark Recovery, we are ready to help them overcome their substance abuse and restore hope, function, and purpose in their lives.
Recognized as one of the best drug and alcohol rehab centers in the greater Cleveland area for Medicaid patients, our treatment programs offer a holistic approach to recovery. We take pride in offering the most affordable addiction recovery services in the greater Cleveland area. Our 15,499-square-foot detox and rehab center in Willard, Ohio, just outside of Cleveland includes 48 beds along with an equipped gym (4 tension machines) and rooms with semi-private bathroom areas. Conveniently located in Willard, just one hour from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Praxis of the Firelands provides a secure environment where you can comfortably detox, free from the influence of outside triggers and temptations. Activities for patients include movie nights, painting, gardening, yoga, pizza nights, and more.
We're here 24/7 to help you get the care you need to live the life you want. Talk to our recovery specialists today and start treatment immediately.
The first stage of the recovery process involves undergoing medical detox to flush out all traces of drugs and/or alcohol from your system. It’s highly recommended that detox occurs under medical supervision, at a professional treatment and rehab center. Detox can be extremely uncomfortable and potentially life-threatening due to withdrawal symptoms that are often experienced when substance use is discontinued, especially for those individuals who have developed a chemical dependency.
We accept in- and out-of-state patients and proudly support military veterans. Landmark Recovery does not discriminate on the basis or age, sex or gender.
The detox program at Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery will guide you through detox as comfortably and as safely as possible. Our compassionate clinical team will provide around-the-clock health care and administer medications that can help manage the cravings and negative effects of withdrawal.
All rehab clients are provided with personalized treatment plans that include a variety of science-backed treatment modalities for treating the body, mind, and spirit. Depending on your specific needs, your customized treatment program may include counseling, behavioral therapy, medication-assisted treatment, meditation and mindfulness therapies, inpatient rehab, health and wellness education, nutrition therapy, fitness and exercise programs, and recreational activities.
Our 15,499-square-foot detox and rehab center in the Northwest corner of Willard includes 48 beds along with semi-private bathrooms and an equipped gym. Conveniently located in Willard, OH just an hour from Cleveland International Airport, Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery provides a secure environment where you can comfortably detox, free from the influence of outside triggers and temptations. The treatment center is at the end of Wessor Ave., which is just west of S. Conwell Ave. It’s near the Willard Child Development Center and the Willard City Water Plant.
Those receiving inpatient rehab treatment will receive three meals a day. We offer hours of therapy each week, along with group counseling and classes to help patients learn how to overcome their addictions. Our patient engagement specialists are always nearby to answer any questions and provide support. A daily schedule helps patients focus on healing, building inner strength, and developing the skills they need to stay sober.
During inpatient rehab at Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery, you’ll follow a schedule that includes intensive therapy, counseling, and classes to help you achieve sobriety. You’ll have some free time and three meals a day.
Landmark's goal to save as many lives as possible is ambitious but driven by the belief that recovery is possible. If you're struggling with addiction, Landmark is here to help. Let us count you, one among many, as another life restored.
"At 19 my road to hell began. Not knowing anything about addiction it continued for 18 years. After 4 treatment centers, multiple toxic relationships and 1 failed marriage I had lost all hope. Then I found Landmark. They gave me the tools to become the daughter and sister my family deserved".
-Jamie C.
"It is because of the love, care, and acceptance I experienced with Landmark Recovery that I chose to come back as an employee and start my education and career in the recovery field. I came into treatment thinking I was going to die from my addiction as a worthless human being and now, almost a year later, am hoping to help fellow addicts realize that is not all we have to offer. Sobriety has given me so much to look forward to when before the future looked so bleak!"
-Sa’Terra G.
"I’m so blessed to be where I am today. All the things that used to make me drink and use drugs I can face sober, and I have been able to stay sober and face life on life’s terms."
- Dewayne M.
Addiction can be tough to work through, which is why we here at Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery give patients the tools they need to conquer the things holding them back. Starting from the root causes of addiction through therapy and counseling, we chip away at patients until the masterpiece that we call “recovery” shines through. We give patients the keys to unlock their potential with the treatment we provide so they can maintain their recovery for the rest of their lives.
Under the care of doctors, we will help ween you off your addictive substance in a safe, comfortable way. Detox is the first step in your recovery process and can last between 7-13 days depending on the level of your chemical dependency.
More about Medical DetoxFull-time, inpatient rehab treatment allows you to focus solely on your recovery. We provide all meals and a daily schedule that includes therapy sessions, group discussions, and the time you need to rest and recover. Most patients stay between 30 and 45 days.
More about Inpatient RehabA level of care for those in need of support as they reintegrate into the community. Part-time hospitalization can include boarding or outpatient programs, depending on your support needs. This level of addiction treatment offers flexibility.
More about Partial HospitalizationIntensive outpatient addiction recovery can be a good option for newly sober adults who no longer suffer from withdrawal symptoms, but still need strong support programs. Outpatient treatment is often recommended after completion of a residential program.
More about Outpatient RehabAt Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery, our team of highly qualified professionals offers a comprehensive, 35-day inpatient treatment program catered to each patient’s needs, goals, and diagnoses. Here’s what you can expect from your personalized treatment plan in five stages.
Addiction Assessment
The program starts with an initial assessment by a physician or nurse practitioner to determine whether detoxification or medication-assisted treatment is necessary.
Medical Detox
Once detoxification is complete, treatment continues with individual and group therapy by licensed master-level counselors.
Therapy
Additional therapies like SMART Recovery, 12 Step Program, Mindfulness, and Recreations therapy are introduced per the patient’s beliefs and desired holistic rehab approach.
Family Counseling
Core family members are brought into the process through extensive family counseling and education.
Recovery Support
At the conclusion of inpatient rehab, each patient receives consistent follow-up support from our staff and detailed action plans designed to see them through the rest of their recovery.
Before the opioid epidemic, more Ohioans were being killed by traffic accidents than substance abuse. Today, more death certificates are issued for deaths by overdose than road accidents. Drug and alcohol addiction doesn’t discriminate, and its effects are far-reaching. Cleveland, Ohio has been particularly hit hard by the opioid crisis.
The only way we can tackle the opioid epidemic is through effective drug and alcohol rehab like what Praxis strives to provide to every patient. Addiction is treatable, but most individuals in Ohio don’t seek it and will never contact a drug rehab or alcohol treatment center—be the difference and contact Praxis of the Firelands today.
Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery is one of the most affordable drug and alcohol rehab centers in Ohio. We strive to make addiction recovery affordable and attainable to anyone who needs it, which is why we began our Praxis treatment centers for Medicaid patients. The cost of medical detox and rehab varies from person to person. Treatment plans, medications, levels of care and insurance coverage all play a factor in determining how much addiction recovery could cost.
Some people delay addiction treatment because they believe it’s too expensive. But the costs associated with an untreated addiction far outweigh the cost of a recovery center. The cost of drugs and alcohol used by someone with an addiction typically surpasses the price of treatment for substance abuse. There are also emotional and physical costs, including health problems, broken relationships and poor self-image that often accompany an addiction. While detox and rehab are an investment, they pay off. Sobriety leads to a better life.
Deferred Payment
Landmark Recovery offers payment plans which can help make the paying for substance abuse treatment more manageable. Details of repayment options are specific to each individual circumstance, based on a variety of factors. For the most accurate information on your personal repayment options, we recommend that you speak with our admissions team by calling us at 419-792-2544.
Landmark Recovery accepts most major health insurance providers on both a national and local level.
Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery partners with many different state-sponsored insurance plans, as well as Medicaid, to provide excellent treatment to those in need. To learn more about your payment options, contact our dedicated and confidential admissions team. Our commercial facilities accept traditional healthcare plans.
(419) 827-3498
Amanda Giratinnio
Executive Director
Christopher Gerome
Clinical Director
Christopher Gerome, Clinical Director at Landmark Recovery of Willard, Ohio. He has been with Landmark Recovery since April, 2022 and CD since September. Has over 32 years of experience in working in the assessment and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. Most of his time has been spent working in emergency mental health with crisis intervention, critical stress debriefing, and with suicide/support hotlines. In recent years, he has provided a management role to these programs. Christopher has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from The Ohio State University. He then earned his Masters of Education in Community Counseling from the University of Akron. Away from work, he describes himself as “a big nerd” and spends time with family, dogs, and friends, cooking, and following Sci-Fi/Fantasy movies and books.
Melissa Wildman
Director of Nursing
Melissa Wildman has worked in the health care field since 1998, starting as a STNA in a long-term care facility. In 2013, she received her License of Practical Nursing and continued to work in a SNF/long-term care facility. She received her Associate of Science degree in December 2020 and her Registered Nursing License in 2021. She has worked in management for the last 6 years, including positions as a Nurse Unit Manager, Assistant Director of Nursing, and Director of Nursing.
Outside of work, she has been married to her husband since 2011. They have a combined household of 5 adult children and 3 grandchildren. Her free time consists of spending time with her family and going to music festivals (mostly rock!) She also grew up a
“military brat” and has lived all over the place, including Okinawa, Japan.
Dr. Elijah Wilder
Regional Medical Director
Dr. Elijah Wilder is the Regional Medical Director for our Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio locations at Landmark Recovery. Currently located in the Midwest, Dr. Wilder is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Wilder completed his residency at Duke University and a subsequent sub-speciality fellowship at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Wilder is dual board-certified in both psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, and is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Medical Association.
Focusing on ensuring Landmark Recovery fulfills its medical obligations to the patients, Dr. Wilder is pioneering the development of cutting-edge addiction treatments to help our patients live beyond substance abuse as successfully as possible. Dr. Wilder also serves as a Psychiatrist and Addiction Psychiatrist consultant for Community Mental Health Center in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and also an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience.
Landmark Recovery provides an environment for our patients to receive the best clinical treatment for substance use disorders. Our doctors and clinicians will help you unlock your potential along the way. We focus on nothing else beyond providing you recovery in a conductive and productive environment.
Landmark Recovery’s clinicians are masters-level, meaning they possess at minimum a master’s degree. This ensures we have the best-experienced workforce at our facilities. We also provide double the hours of therapy compared to the national average at addiction treatment facilities.
Landmark Recovery provides an alumni program for all those who graduate our programs. Our network of support gives alumni access to a support community to help maintain lasting recovery. We also offer a customized Recovery Coach program to provide continued access to recovery resources and accountability for our Willard program graduates.
If we’re going to treat people in this country who suffer from substance use disorders, then one of our goals should be to make addiction treatment as affordable as possible. Cars and houses are wildly expensive, but getting the right addiction treatment is priceless. No matter what the cost is, we've taken it upon ourselves to make affordable treatment available for those who need it. We're also extremely proud to accept Medicaid treatment through our Praxis locations across the Midwest and beyond.
Treating alcohol and drug addiction in the state of Ohio is just as important as it is everywhere else in the US. In 2007, unintentional drug poisoning became the leading cause of injury death in Ohio, surpassing motor vehicle crashes for the first time on record; this trend has continued and hasn’t let up. We believe this gives us the imperative to expand treatment to those who need it in the state, but to also treat patients with the most effective treatment possible.
Alcohol is the most abused substance in the state of Ohio. According to SAMHSA, 11.33% of all Ohio citizens suffer from an Alcohol Use Disorder, and 10.55% of those who have an AUD don’t receive the help they need. Just under 25% of Ohian adults reported binge drinking in the last month. Binge drinking, when accompanied by excessive consumption, can cause long-lasting, negative health effects.
Marijuana is one of the most widely used substances in Ohio, second only to alcohol. According to SAMHSA, 17.97% of adults used marijuana at least once in the last year, with the highest-using group the 18-to-25-year-olds, of which 35.67% having used marijuana once in the past year. With such high numbers, we can expect that around 9% of these marijuana users will develop a dependence on the substance, meaning that they will require some kind of treatment for marijuana use disorder.
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Ohio had the second-highest rate of opioid overdose deaths in the US in 2017 at 39.2 deaths for every 100,000 people. Fighting heroin and opioid addiction is necessary in high-overdose states.
According to the Ohio Department of Health, Fentanyl was involved in 82% of all heroin-related overdose deaths, 77% of all cocaine-related overdose deaths, and 72% of all psychostimulant/methamphetamine-related overdose deaths in 2019. Beating back the tide of opioids is an imperative that Landmark Recovery takes seriously, as Ohio is one state that’s been hit hard with them.
According to SAMHSA, just over 2% of the state’s population have used cocaine in the past year. Cocaine, once the biggest drug threat in Ohio, has slipped down to a lesser-used status, but it remains one of the most dangerous substances of choice. Despite the fact that cocaine has become less popular, Landmark Recovery is committed to helping those with cocaine use disorders get their lives back on track.
Meth is a psychostimulant that causes severe health effects. With less than 1% of the state’s population having used it in the past year, meth represents a small percent of illicit drug use in the state. Despite the fact that meth use is relatively low in Ohio, meth addiction is still an important substance use disorder we need to tackle together.
No matter what substance you use, be it drugs or alcohol, detox from long-term addiction can be a hard road. Praxis of the Firelands provides safe, medically sound detox treatment that will manage your withdrawal and start you on the road to recovery.
Learn more about Medical DetoxFor many individuals, detox represents the most difficult stage of the recovery journey. This is because as addictive substances are being flushed out of the body, the brain typically goes into withdrawal as it adjusts to normal functioning without the presence of drugs or alcohol. Depending on the substance of abuse and length and severity of addiction, you can experience a range of unpleasant withdrawal symptoms when you stop drinking or using drugs.
Yes. There are designated areas in our rehab facilities where you can smoke. However, please be advised that all cigarettes brought into the facility must be in unopened packs or cartons. Any cigarettes sent or brought by family/friends must also be unopened. Staff can discuss the rules with you in more detail at admission.
Yes, we can provide repayment options in most cases. Details of repayment options are specific to each individual circumstance, based on a variety of factors. For the most accurate information on your personal repayment options, we recommend that you speak with our admissions team by calling us at 888-448-0302.
Yes. You will be able to speak to your loved one while they are in treatment. Once they have completed our detox level of their care, they will be able to start making calls to family members. They will also have Family Day every Saturday as part of their programming, which includes therapeutic activities for families to participate in together, lunch, and visitation time.
We accept all major insurance plans at our commercial locations (including TriWest for veterans) and Medicaid at our Praxis locations. To learn more about insurance and treatment cost, contact our admissions team at 888-448-0302.
Yes, we provide dial diagnostics with multiple treatment modalities. Treating addiction is our core mission with the addition of treating the root causes that influence substance use disorders.
Yes. Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery accepts both men and women at our facility, but we have separate gender-specific dormitory wings for maximum privacy. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex.
Yes. In fact, Praxis of the Firelands by Landmark Recovery allows patients to go through every step of their treatment program under the same roof.
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