Located three miles North of the main campus, the Birch House provides a space for clients to engage in an environment that promotes independence and growth. Clients may transition to the Birch House from the Main House, others may directly admit from home or an inpatient stay as the Birch House program may be the best environment for the individual’s success. Clients at the Birch House have access to all of the programming that Averte offers including therapy services, social outings, group therapy and more. Through staff support, Clients are provided with the opportunity to engage in community service, employment, and other necessary skills toward gaining self-reliance.
The Birch House provides care to 8 full-time Clients, as well as services to those within the Independent Living Program in the community. At the Birch House, staff strive to create a welcoming environment by which Clients can call home for however long is needed for each individual. Each Client is provided with the opportunity to create and structure goals to best meet their individual needs, while promoting a holistic approach of health, with the ability to achieve the most autonomous life possible.