Central East Alcoholism-Drug
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We are a community based, not-for-profit corporation offering services to address substance use disorders and other therapeutic needs. We began helping east central Illinois and other state residents as the Central East Alcoholism & Drug Council originally incorporated in 1972. We opened our first facility in 1973 and now operate 10 sites in our geographic area.

In 2020 we began using the name Hour House in recognition of the reality that recovery happens an "hour at a time". Our mission is to provide hope to individuals, families and our community through outstanding delivery of our substance use disorder services. Admissions may be arranged through contacting any of our facilities.
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Our History - CEAD (Central East Alcohol and Drug) Council was first incorporated in 1972, known at the time by the name Coles County Council on Alcoholism, and opened the first facility in 1973. At the time, the only services offered were Social Setting Detoxification and Residential Treatment.

The first satellite offices opened in Mattoon and Shelbyville, offering outpatient services that were more conveniently located to serve our rural community.Over the next decade, CEAD Council expanded even more by adding outpatient offices in Charleston as well as prevention services, women specific services, and an adolescent outpatient program.
We offer treatment services to address substance use disorders, dependency, & other therapy needs. Individual cost varies with services. We accept insurance, Medicaid, Managed Care Medicaid, private pay and all major credit cards.

Central East Alcoholism and Drug Council (d/b/a Hour House) is accredited through CARF, licensed and funded in whole or in part through the Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Our professional staff share the standard of excellence that has made Hour House a driving force in the field of substance use disorders and in the community for years. Hour House's licensed and certified substance use disorder counselors work together with you throughout the treatment process. Together you and your counselor develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects your personal goals and objectives.
Assessment Services are available 24-hours per day, 7 days per week on an emergency basis through our Intake/Detox service - call (217) 348-8108. Scheduled comprehensive assessments are also available to meet the needs of community and referral agencies. Our assessment process begins with a basic screening to determine primary needs and strengths.
Starting on the path to recovery is as simple as contacting us at 217-348-8108 or visiting us at the Hour House in Charleston, IL for an assessment. After a free, no-obligation screening on the phone or in-person, we will provide a suggested next-step plan for what you need or refer you to another agency.
Reviews (10)
Pam Ridgeway
Pam Ridgeway
Jul 13, 2021
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Do they allow the residents to make phone calls while staying there? If not, how long before your able to talk to the person that's in there for treatment? I've heard that it's like basic training is that true?
Bradley Matlock
Bradley Matlock
Jun 24, 2021
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Great place. No longer co ed. They saved my life and learned many life skills that have made life more enjoyable. I recommend it to anyone that needs help that actually wants it!
Amanda Stahlhut
Amanda Stahlhut
Jan 21, 2020
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The hour house saved my life. I've been clean 2 years now and the hour house is where I gained the tools to start this journey with a solid foundation. So grateful for this treatment center.
Lacie Hesler
Lacie Hesler
Dec 26, 2019
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Called for a loved one for crisis treatment. I understand from what they told me that they dont offer such services. They acted like I was such a pain to give me ideas where to go. Awful mental health service in my opinion.
Amanda Crumpton
Amanda Crumpton
Sep 15, 2019
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Lisa is amazing!! I had my share of prison and treatment until I chose to parole to treatment. Lisa helped me in ways I will always be grateful for!! This is the place to go if you're sick and tired of being sick and tired.
Topher Dale
Topher Dale
Aug 26, 2019
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My partner signed up to be accepted. They told her she couldn't go in without a detox. She did what was asked. They said they'd have a bed right when she got out. They lied. She got postponed 4 days. I then drove 3 hours to being her there. She disclosed her mental health issues, and everything else including her vegetarian diet. They waited till I was halfway home and every supervisor was gone to tell her that her intake was done incorrectly and that she couldn't stay. On top if serving her meat. I then came back and asked who was reimbursing me for my wasted time and fuel. They gave me a number
Robert Wendy Corrie
Robert Wendy Corrie
Jun 28, 2019
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They're lucky they're getting one star from me . I do not recommend this place at all. If you're in a relationship this is not the place for you to go the staff you don't keep an eye on the clints very good at all. This is a co-ed facility do not recommend it at all. They need to be a little stricter on the clients here and have classes where it's females in one in males in the other. They they may just have more successful outcome and if they do it that way.
Skylar Dye
Skylar Dye
Dec 30, 2017
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I was a patient here from 11/11/14-12/22/14 and I absolutely loved it. They're so caring like literally your family. They actually care bout your well-being. I met alotta people here I'll NEVER forget.. This place saved my life. 💯 I would recommend The Hour House to anyone.
Jenn Siler
Jenn Siler
Aug 28, 2016
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I hated working here. The supervisors are unprofessional. They yell at you in front of other staff and clients. They treat you like you are stupid. They talk in a condescending and demeaning tone of voice to staff and clients. They have had over 50 people quit working and one that I know of is pursing a lawsuit for a hostile work environment. Do not work here and don't send your loved ones here.
Felonee Schrage
Felonee Schrage
Jun 11, 2016
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I was a patient here from 12/23/16 and left on my own on 1/16/17,due to some cruical differences I had with the way this facility was ran! Four days into my stay in detox,a nurse in the nurses station was discharging another female and gave her my wallet. My drivers license, me and my child's SS cards, a Debit card,a credit card, cash, and my medial card all was given away. I was forced to hand these personal things over when I was admitted into detox and nothing was ever done about it "Privacy Act" . I am still struggling to get the rest of my belongings from this facility! If you are struggling