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Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

The Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a place where people can get help for drug and alcohol problems. It’s approved by the VA, which means it has met certain standards to provide care. They work with issues like drug addiction, mental health, substance abuse, alcoholism, and opioid addiction.

If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction, this center might be able to help. It has earned seals of approval from groups like CARF and The Joint Commission, which check that treatment places are doing a good job.

At the Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, they offer different kinds of therapy and treatment options to help people get better. If you want to know about what they do, the center has information about their programs and the ways they help people recover.

About Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

Ages Treated

  • Adults
  • Teenagers

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Spoken

  • English

Facility Type

  • Alcoholism
  • Drug Addiction
  • Mental Health
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Substance Abuse

Payments Accepted

  • Military Insurance (e.g. TRICARE)

Additional Info

  • Veterans

Conditions and Issues Treated

Alcoholism

Alcoholism is one of the most common addictions in Pennsylvania. Alcohol addiction (often referred to as alcoholism or alcohol use disorder) is characterized by a deep craving for alcohol and the inability to quit drinking regardless of any adverse effects. Alcohol use disorder ensues when the chemical changes from long-term alcohol use drive the brain to acclimate to normal functions creating a dependency. Many people who struggle with alcoholism find it challenging to quit without the help of a treatment facility such as Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program. The alcoholism treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Erie, Pennsylvania is designed to give you the support you need to quit drinking once and for all.

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is a chronic disease characterized by a physical and psychological dependency on drugs. Drug addiction occurs when extensive drug use causes changes in a person’s brain chemistry, resulting in uncontrollable cravings to use regardless of the adverse effects. The only way to overcome drug addiction or other addiction disorders is to receive addiction treatment. Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Pennsylvania offers many treatment options for those struggling with drug addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with drug addiction, get help as soon as possible. Prolonged drug use can result in a destructive addiction cycle where you must continue using drugs to avoid distressing withdrawal symptoms. Regardless of your situation, help is available in Pennsylvania.

Mental Health

Mental health disorders can lead to severe and potentially life-threatening issues if left untreated. Several factors can disrupt a person’s mental health, including intrinsic factors — such as the development of depression or anxiety — as well as external factors like experiencing traumatic events. Sometimes, counseling alone is not enough to manage a mental health condition. In these cases, Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Erie, Pennsylvania, offers mental health treatment as a more comprehensive level of support in treating mental health disorders in combination with substance use disorders. Mental health treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program can offer the stability and guidance needed to facilitate meaningful progress and recovery.

Opioid Addiction

Opioids/opiates are among the most addictive substances worldwide. Prescribed for various medical needs, opioids encompass a large class of prescription drugs such as morphine, oxycodone, and hydrocodone, and illegal substances such as heroin and opium. People who misuse opioids can develop an opioid addiction very quickly. Opioid addiction, also known as an opioid use disorder, is a condition in which someone compulsively seeks the drug. In Erie, Pennsylvania, there are many treatment options to choose from for an opioid/opiate addiction. The most effective form of opioid addiction treatment is drug detox, followed by inpatient drug rehab. Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Erie, Pennsylvania offers opioid addiction treatment tailored to your unique needs and situation.

Substance Abuse

Substance abuse refers to the act of misusing drugs or alcohol. Substance abuse problems can refer to illicit drugs — such as heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine — or legal drugs, such as alcohol or prescription medications. Substances frequently abused in Erie, Pennsylvania include alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs, methamphetamine, cocaine, opiates/opioids, hallucinogens, and more. The main difference between substance abuse and drug addiction is that individuals with substance abuse problems can quit or change their unhealthy habits. In contrast, addiction is a disease in which someone can’t just stop using when their addiction causes them harm. People engaged in substance abuse put themselves at risk for developing a substance use disorder, a severe mental health condition that can make it difficult for people to stop using drugs or alcohol on their own. Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Erie, Pennsylvania works to address substance abuse and help people to build fulfilling lives in recovery.

Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Opioid Treatment

  • Buprenorphine Maintenance, Prescribes Buprenorphine, Prescribes Naltrexone, Relapse Prevention With Naltrexone, Buprenorphine Detoxification
  • Additonal Client Services

    Mental Health Services, Transportation Assistance, Suicide Prevention Services, Housing Services, Assistance With Obtaining Social Services, Mentoring/Peer Support

Levels of Care Offered at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

Addiction Treatment

If you're dealing with a drug or alcohol addiction in Pennsylvania, there are many ways to get help. You can choose from programs that let you stay at the treatment center, or you can visit for treatment while living at home. There are also programs that focus on treating both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Plus, you can join support groups that keep on giving help even after you finish a program.

At Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, we understand that everyone's journey to recovery is unique. That's why we create a plan that's just for you, based on what you need and what you're going through. Our goal is to help you tackle your addiction from all sides, and teach you how to stay healthy and free from addiction for a long time.

We offer lots of different ways to help you at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Pennsylvania. This includes talking one-on-one with a therapist or sharing your experiences in a group setting. These talks can play a big part in your recovery.

Aftercare

Aftercare programs help people stay on track after they finish addiction treatment. Think of going to treatment as the first big step towards getting better. Usually, this treatment lasts for a short time, from 30 to 180 days. But recovery takes much longer.

Here at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Pennsylvania, our aftercare programs are here to help when the main treatment is done. Once someone completes their treatment, they team up with our staff to make a plan for what comes next. This plan is all about keeping up with their recovery. Also, they can choose to keep getting help from us to stay strong in their journey to stay healthy and free from addiction.

Intensive Outpatient Program

At Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, we have a program called Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Pennsylvania. This program is for people who are dealing with problems from using drugs or who also have mental health issues. If you've been to a full-time drug rehab before, our IOP can give you extra help to stay on track.

When you join our IOP at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, you'll come in for treatment a few times a week, for a few hours each time. It's a step up from our regular outpatient program because you'll spend more time with us. This program is great for people who want to get strong treatment but still live at home.

  • Assessment/Pre Treatment and Transitional Services and Hospitals

    Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment, Comprehensive Substance Use Assessment, Screening for Substance Use, Screening for Mental Disorders, Screening for Tobacco Use, Interim Services for Clients, Outreach to Persons in the Community

Therapies, Programs & Treatment Approaches at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Additional Client Services

    Mental Health Services, Transportation Assistance, Suicide Prevention Services, Housing Services, Assistance With Obtaining Social Services, Mentoring/Peer Support

Updated: December 26, 2023

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135 East 38th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16504

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