VA Central Western MA HCS Substance Use Disorders Clinic - Leeds Massachusetts

VA Central Western MA HCS Substance Use Disorders Clinic - Leeds, MA

Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic is a substance abuse treatment center in Leeds, MA, situated at 421 North Main Street, Building 7 Upper in the 01053 zip code. Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic specializes in relapse prevention from naltrexone, suboxone prescription and buprenorphine detox. It can accommodate young adults and adults. Some of the treatment approaches utilized by Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic consist of substance use counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and brief intervention. As part of its treatment program, Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic also provides benzodiazepines detoxification, opioid detox and cocaine detoxification. Moreover, it offers group counseling, health education services and HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling. Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic provides treatment options to women and men.

Address: 421 North Main Street, Building 7 Upper, Leeds, MA 01053

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Hospitals
  4. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  5. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  6. Type Of Treatment
  7. Pharmacotherapies
  8. Treatment Approaches
  9. FacilityOwnership
  10. License/Certification/Accreditation
  11. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  12. Payment Assistance Available
  13. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  14. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  15. Screening & Testing
  16. Transitional Services
  17. Ancillary Services
  18. Other Addictions Treatment
  19. Detoxification
  20. Counseling Services and Education
  21. Medical Services
  22. Tobacco/Screening Services
  23. Facility Smoking Policy
  24. Age Groups Accepted
  25. Gender Accepted
  26. Exclusive Services

Additional details on VA Central Western MA HCS Substance Use Disorders Clinic in Leeds, MA:

Types of Care at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Detoxification
  • Substance use treatment
  • Treatment for co-occurring serious mental health illness/serious emotional disturbance and substance use disorders

Service Settings at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • hospital inpatient treatment
  • outpatient treatment
  • full residential treatment
  • hospital inpatient detoxification
  • hospital inpatient treatment
  • outpatient detoxification
  • intensive outpatient treatment
  • outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • regular outpatient treatment
  • long-term residential treatment

Hospitals at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • buprenorphine detox
  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • suboxone prescription
  • naltrexone administration
  • relapse prevention from naltrexone

Pharmacotherapies at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • contingency management/motivational incentives
  • dialectical behavior therapy
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling
  • trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

FacilityOwnership at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

License/Certification/Accreditation at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military insurance
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment

Payment Assistance Available at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Payment assistance

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • adult women
  • adult men
  • veterans
  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders
  • sexual abuse victims
  • people with trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment

Screening & Testing at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • HIV testing
  • Screening for Hepatitis B
  • Screening for Hepatitis C
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • STD testing
  • TB screening

Transitional Services at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education
  • Outcome follow-up after discharge

Ancillary Services at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • case management
  • early intervention for HIV
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Treatment for non-substance use addiction disorder
  • Treatment for gambling disorder

Detoxification at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • alcohol detox
  • benzodiazepines detoxification
  • cocaine detoxification
  • methamphetamines detoxification
  • opioid detox

Counseling Services and Education at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • marital/couples counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling
  • health education services
  • employment counseling or training
  • vocational training and educational support

Medical Services at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Hepatitis B vaccination

Tobacco/Screening Services at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Nicotine replacement therapy
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Va Central Western Ma Hcs Substance Use Disorders Clinic

  • Serves Veterans only

Phone #: 413-584-4040 x2600

Call (855) 372-9382 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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What are the benefits of inpatient methadone treatment for opioid dependence?

Inpatient methadone treatment offers several benefits for individuals with opioid dependence, especially those with severe addiction or co-occurring disorders. This type of treatment provides a structured and supportive environment, which can help reduce the risk of relapse by removing patients from triggers and stressful situations. Inpatient programs typically include comprehensive medical and psychological care, with round-the-clock supervision by healthcare professionals. Patients have access to various therapies, including individual counseling, group therapy, and family therapy, which address the underlying issues contributing to addiction. Additionally, the intensive support and monitoring during inpatient treatment can facilitate a smoother and safer transition to outpatient care, increasing the chances of long-term recovery.

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Is it safe to take other medications while receiving methadone treatment?

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What are the success rates of methadone treatment for opioid dependence?

Methadone treatment has been shown to be highly effective in reducing illicit opioid use and improving overall health and social outcomes for individuals with opioid dependence. Studies indicate that methadone maintenance treatment can lead to significant reductions in opioid use, criminal activity, and transmission of infectious diseases. Success rates vary, with some reports indicating that 60-90% of individuals in methadone treatment experience significant improvement in their condition. Long-term success is often associated with comprehensive treatment plans that include counseling, support services, and ongoing medical care.

How is the dosage of methadone determined and adjusted over time?

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