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Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence

2185 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505

2.9 26 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care1 program
Payment2 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATNot listed
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

About Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence

Located at 2185 West 8th Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence is a nonprofit mental health program.

Care options include residential treatment. Clinicians use approaches such as activity therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, group therapy, and individual psychotherapy.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicaid, and private health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Activity therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Individual psychotherapy
  • Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Medications used

  • Aripiprazole
  • Brexpiprazole
  • Cariprazine
  • Clozapine
  • Lurasidone
  • Olanzapine
  • Paliperidone
  • Quetiapine
  • Risperidone
  • Ziprasidone
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
  • Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayNot listed
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence compares

  • ✓Accepts private insurance: 9 of 13 programs in Erie do.

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Who they serve & support services

Specialized groups

  • Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Recovery support

  • Mentoring/peer support

Counseling & education

  • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling

Ancillary services

  • Psychosocial rehabilitation services
  • Suicide prevention services

Treatment access in Erie County, PA

14Treatment facilities
2Offer detox
11Buprenorphine or methadone
6Offer 24-hour care

Erie County, PA has 14 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 267,750 residents. 2 facilities in the county list detox services. 48 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 17.9 per 100,000 residents, compared with 21.7 statewide.

Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

Location

Address2185 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
Facility's own phone814-464-8061
Websitestairwaysbh.org

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Questions about Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence

What services does Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence offer?

Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence lists the following levels of care: mental health treatment. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence accepts county or local government funds, medicaid, private health insurance, and state mental health agency (or equivalent) funds. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

Does Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence offer detox?

Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

Who does Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence treat?

Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (smi).

How many addiction treatment programs are in Erie County, PA?

Erie County, PA has 14 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 267,750 residents: 2 list detox services, 11 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 6 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

What is Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence's Google rating?

Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence has a 2.9-star rating from 26 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

How do I get admitted to Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence directly at 814-464-8061. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence. Our helpline is not affiliated with Stairways Behavioral Health – Long Term Structured Residence.

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