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Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

Altoona, PA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Men-Only Program Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Altoona, PA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

  • Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Altoona, PA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House

Located in Altoona near Railroaders Memorial Museum, Pyramid Gratitude House offers sober living for men with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. Pyramid Healthcare seeks to make treatment affordable, accepting most private insurance and Medicaid, as well as accepting various finance options. Their location offers convenient access to I-99, and Highway 36, making treatment accessible for residents throughout Blair County. For clients traveling via public transportation, bus line 6 stops a block from the building.
Gratitude House offers individual therapy, combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Clients engage in group therapy, including relapse prevention and 12-Step groups to encourage long term recovery.
Residents can work, volunteer, and pursue education while receiving treatment. Clients engage in life skills training, including resume building, job application support, goal setting, and housing planning. They receive education on a broad range of topics, including nutrition and spirituality. Clients already participating in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) will be able to continue doing so at their provider, while Gratitude House will help arrange treatment for clients who wish to pursue it after their stay. Most residents stay at Gratitude House for about 90 days.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential

Therapy approaches

Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Adult men, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse

Medications used

Buprenorphine with naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Medication for mental disorders

Recovery support services

Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training

Facility operation

Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

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Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

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TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

901 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602

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Facility direct line

(833) 742-1104

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific PA Medicaid plan. Call (833) 742-1104 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.
Does Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult men, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse.
What therapy methods does Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Pyramid Altoona Gratitude House?
Call the facility directly at (833) 742-1104 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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