The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center
About The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center
The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center is a residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment program. The center is located in San Francisco, California. The center provides treatment for clients who have already gone through detox. They’ve an outpatient program for clients who have finished the inpatient program but still need care. The program is free but there is a work requirement.
Regaining Your Freedom From Substances in San Francisco
One thing I like about this program is the number of services they offer their clients free of charge. In addition to group and individual counseling, the program provides spiritual direction and work therapy. The program lasts from six months to two years so you’ll have all the support you need for success.
The treatment center is only three miles from the famed Fisherman’s Wharf and nearby attractions. Visit Umbrella Alley and immerse yourself in the bright playful murals. This is a beautiful city in which to live your best sober life and find healthier ways to cope with stress.
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Clients enhance their social and work skills by working in the affiliated thrift stores. You’ll set employment goals and learn how to maintain them. These are skills you’ll have forever to take with you.
Other services provided at this center include shelter, meal assistance, and bill payment assistance. The employment assistance program includes career coaching, educational resources, and opportunities for long term job placement.
Levels of Care | Detox Service Setting | Programs | Payment Options | |
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Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy. |
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Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. |
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills. |
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support. |
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life. |
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Levels of Care
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
Detox Service Setting
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
Programs
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
Contact
- Monday 9AM - 5PM
- Tuesday 9AM - 5PM
- Wednesday 9AM - 5PM
- Thursday 9AM - 5PM
- Friday 9AM - 5PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed

Susan is a freelance writer and photographer who loves writing from home with her dog, Jack Bauer, at her feet. Having transcribed patient charts in a mental health and addiction treatment hospital, she’s well informed on the subject of substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment. She’s experienced in content creation and writes her own photography blog and newsletter.

Peter W.Y. Lee is a historian with a focus in American Cold War culture. He has examined how popular culture has served as a coping mechanism for the challenges and changes impacting American society throughout the twentieth century.