Medically Managed Detox Program
Waterfront Recovery Services is the first detox program certified by the State of California Department of Health Care Services to provide medically assisted treatment for drug and alcohol withdrawal.
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Includes withdrawal treatment for alcohol, opiates, methamphetamine, benzodiazepine and combinations of substances. We use the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria and dimensions of care to develop an individualized treatment plan. Our evidence based programs include the Matrix System.
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Residential Treatment Program
We provide residential treatment for men and women to help understand addiction, learn healthy coping skills and to prepare them for return to the community.
Treating Addiction by Treating the Whole Person
We Accept MediCal
New Beginnings
2025 was a year of great change at Waterfront Recovery Services. Our staff members stepped up to seamlessly meet the challenges with dedication and professionalism. Our training and cross training has made it possible for us to continue to move forward with our team stronger than ever.
Mindy Sallis - Big Thanks for All the Love!
Ever since Jesse and Jessica Pearson started running the kitchen at Waterfront seven years ago, they’ve gone above and beyond to make every holiday a special celebration. But an unsung hero working behind the scenes to show love and caring to clients is Jessica’s mom, Mindy Sallis. During COVID, she sewed masks, sent fabric and mask making instructions - even a sewing machine to help. She’s even made beanbags for the Cornhole game for the Halloween Carnival! But perhaps the most special way that Sallis shows love as Santa’s helper. While Jessica is gathering presents for client’s children and coming up with special treats from the kitchen, Sallis uses her sewing skills to make the holiday special.
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“Every Christmas she sews handmade stockings for each of our clients. Originally, she was trying to go through her Christmas fabric and now she borrows fabric from other people because we’ve gone through it all. She makes 56 stockings that we fill and our clients get them on Christmas morning,” Jessica smiles. “What she does and the time she takes out of her year to make these stockings is something that makes a difference in these people‘s lives that she’ll never even know. I don’t think I’ll really ever know. I just feel like they’ve been given a holiday treat that they may not have gotten and it just fills some of those places where they are lacking that’s awesome.”
A big thanks from all of us, Mindy!
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Staff Profile - Admissions Assistant Michelle Asbury
Michelle Asbury is a perfect example of how being admitted to Waterfront Recovery Services is a life changer. It was nearly three years ago that Asbury came straight from a hospital into Waterfront. Her previous lifestyle had created some serious medical issues. But before completing the program, she knew that her life was back on track and that this is where she wanted to work. Asbury is now the Admissions Assistant.
Asbury found other employment after leaving Waterfront but came back to get that job after the mandatory six month separation. Then Medical Director, founder Dr. Ruby Bayan, brought her on. “I started in the front office where I was working really crazy hours, a graveyard 3 to 11 PM shift.” She then moved into Admissions. “It’s nice because I get off at 4 PM every day so I have time to get things done and get to my medical appointments.”
Addressing Community Needs
Addiction Studies - Wellness Practices
Life Skills - Employment Opportunities
Transition Support​
Waterfront Recovery Services medical professionals and staff work as a team to treat those suffering from Substance Use Disorder with respect and compassion.
We address not only the physical challenges but the social and intellectual needs of our residents working to put their lives back together including support as they transition to healthy and productive lives in the community.
See videos on our YouTube Channel
Our lobby is dedicated to co-founder John McManus. Thanks for your help, Piersons Building Center!
Waterfront Recovery Services 2020 Overview
John McManus, WRS cofounder, talks about the vision for a higher standard of care and early community collaboration.
Humboldt has many organization working to provide resources and services that make our community stronger.
Links to Community Events & Resources
Waterfront Recovery Services partners with Unshame California,
a campaign working to reduce stigma around substance use disorder in California.
Affordable Homeless Housing Alternatives
1st Saturdays at the Labor Temple,
840 E St. Eureka 11:30-2
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The Care-A-Van Showers are back!
See schedule here:
https://www.ahha-humco.org/newsroom/2023-care-a-van-schedule
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The Jefferson Project
https://www.jefferson-project.org/calendar/
https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson.Project
