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Thunderbird/Wren House

9302 Idaho Street, Duluth, MN 55808

3.7 3 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care3 programsInpatient
Payment3 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedBuprenorphine, Naltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

StartDrugRehab Score

Our 10-point score combines licensing and accreditation, the levels of care and payment options this facility reports, and patient ratings from Google and StartDrugRehab.com reviewers. Paid or claimed listings never change a score. Read full methodology

How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.6 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.71 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.45 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 3 Google reviews (3.7★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About Thunderbird/Wren House

Located at 9302 Idaho Street in Duluth, Minnesota, Thunderbird/Wren House is a nonprofit addiction treatment program.

Care options include residential (inpatient) treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and transitional or sober living housing. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and Matrix Model. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicaid, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.

Thunderbird/Wren House is licensed or certified by the state department of health.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Matrix Model
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How Thunderbird/Wren House compares

  • #13of 13 ranked programs in Duluth in our 2026 ranking. See the Duluth ranking
  • ✓Offers residential treatment: only 6 of 18 programs in Duluth do.

Closest alternatives

  1. Partners Behavioral HealthcareDuluth · 5 mi · IOP, Outpatient
  2. Northwood Childrens Services – PrtfDuluth · 5.8 mi
  3. Ariel RecoveryDuluth · 8.6 mi · IOP, Outpatient

Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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Who they serve & support services

Recovery support

  • Self-help groups
  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Mentoring/peer support

Counseling & education

  • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
  • Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
  • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
  • Substance use disorder education
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling

Ancillary services

  • Case management service
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationState department of health
Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

Treatment access in St. Louis County, MN

25Treatment facilities
3Offer detox
10Buprenorphine or methadone
7Offer 24-hour care

St. Louis County, MN has 25 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 200,794 residents. 3 facilities in the county list detox services. 33 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 16.4 per 100,000 residents, compared with 19.5 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

Address9302 Idaho Street
Duluth, MN 55808
Facility's own phone218-727-7699
Websitemashkawisen.com

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Questions about Thunderbird/Wren House

What services does Thunderbird/Wren House offer?

Thunderbird/Wren House lists the following levels of care: inpatient / residential, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and sober living / transitional housing. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does Thunderbird/Wren House accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, Thunderbird/Wren House accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicaid, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. 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 Thunderbird/Wren House offer detox?

Thunderbird/Wren House does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

Is Thunderbird/Wren House licensed?

Thunderbird/Wren House reports licensing or certification from: State department of health.

Who does Thunderbird/Wren House treat?

Thunderbird/Wren House accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.

How many addiction treatment programs are in St. Louis County, MN?

St. Louis County, MN has 25 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 200,794 residents: 3 list detox services, 10 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 7 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

How does Thunderbird/Wren House rank among rehab centers in Duluth?

Thunderbird/Wren House is #13 of 13 ranked programs in Duluth in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.

What are the closest alternatives to Thunderbird/Wren House?

The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Partners Behavioral Healthcare (Duluth, 5 miles), Northwood Childrens Services – Prtf (Duluth, 5.8 miles), and Ariel Recovery (Duluth, 8.6 miles). Distances are straight-line.

What is Thunderbird/Wren House's Google rating?

Thunderbird/Wren House has a 3.7-star rating from 3 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

How do I get admitted to Thunderbird/Wren House or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Thunderbird/Wren House directly at 218-727-7699. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Thunderbird/Wren House. Our helpline is not affiliated with Thunderbird/Wren House.

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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Thunderbird/Wren House.