Julie's House at Turning Point Washington

Julie's House is a six-month residential treatment program in Washington, Pennsylvania, for pregnant women and mothers with children up to four years old. Part of the Turning Point at Washington, it offers women a safe place to recover from drug and alcohol addiction while learning to care for their children. In addition to this specialized program, the center provides halfway and three-quarterway housing for adult women with substance use and co-occurring eating disorders like anorexia or compulsive overeating.
The program uses a mix of individual and group counseling, 12-Step recovery meetings, and educational groups focused on life skills, parenting, boundaries, and relapse prevention. Women also receive help with budgeting, nutrition planning, and vocational readiness. This whole-person approach addresses not just addiction but also emotional healing and daily living needs, helping women rebuild their lives while staying focused on long-term recovery.
Each mother and child live together in a fully furnished apartment, offering privacy and comfort in a family-style setting. The larger campus includes five properties in a quiet neighborhood near public transport, jobs, and support groups. Residents share responsibilities like cooking and chores, creating a supportive community. Medical evaluations, moderate physical activity, and access to dietitians support physical well-being while staying close to their children public transportation and local resources, helping residents reintegrate into the community while continuing their recovery.

Listing sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced April 2026. Verify current programs directly with the facility.