Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone - Stamford Connecticut

Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone - Stamford, CT

Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone is treatment facility located at 115 Main Street in the 06901 zip code in Stamford, CT that offers medication assisted treatment for addiction. It accepts adult women, people with HIV or AIDS and court/judicial system clients into its treatment program. Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone provides methadone maintenance to adults and young adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone consist of contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing and relapse prevention.

Call (866) 434-2077 for 24/7 help with treatment.

WHO ANSWERS?

Address: 115 Main Street, Stamford, CT 06901

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

Here are the full facility listing details on Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone in Stamford, CT:

Types of Care at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

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

Service Settings at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Outpatient treatment
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Methadone used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • methadone maintenance

Pharmacotherapies at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Methadone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

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

FacilityOwnership at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • a private non-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • State substance abuse agency
  • State department of health
  • State mental health department
  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Federal, or any government funding for substance use programs
  • Medicaid
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • adult women
  • pregnant/postpartum women
  • adult men
  • seniors and older adults
  • lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT)
  • court/judicial system clients
  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders
  • people with HIV or AIDS
  • sexual abuse victims
  • domestic violence victims
  • people with trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Interim services for clients
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Screening & Testing at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • 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 Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

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

Ancillary Services at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • domestic violence services
  • early intervention for HIV
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • recovery coaches
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Treatment for gambling disorder

Counseling Services and Education at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • 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

Tobacco/Screening Services at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Nicotine replacement therapy
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Methadone clients only
  • All Clients in Opioid Treatment Program

Additional Spoken Languages at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone

  • Spanish

Phone #: 203-851-2077

Call (866) 434-2077 for 24/7 help with treatment.

WHO ANSWERS?

Is Methadone a safe option for addiction treatment?

Methadone treatment can be a safe and effective option for individuals struggling with opioid addiction, especially when administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program, such as the one that can be found at Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone. Methadone is an opioid medication that is used to help manage opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings, making it easier for individuals to reduce or quit their use of other opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers.

Here are some key points to consider regarding the safety of methadone treatment:

  1. Supervised Administration: Methadone treatment is typically provided through opioid treatment programs (OTPs) or clinics where patients receive a daily dose of methadone under the supervision of healthcare professionals. This helps reduce the risk of misuse and overdose.

  2. Reduces Withdrawal Symptoms: Methadone can alleviate the severe withdrawal symptoms associated with opioids, which can be a significant barrier to recovery. This can enhance the patient's quality of life and make it easier for them to engage in therapy and counseling.

  3. Harm Reduction: Methadone maintenance treatment can be viewed as a harm reduction approach. While it doesn't necessarily lead to immediate abstinence, it reduces the risks associated with illicit opioid use, such as overdose and the transmission of infectious diseases (e.g., HIV and hepatitis).

  4. Individualized Treatment: Methadone treatment should be individualized to meet the unique needs of each patient. The dose is typically adjusted based on the patient's response and progress in treatment.

  5. Legal Regulation: Methadone clinics and providers are subject to strict regulations and oversight by government agencies to ensure safety and appropriate use of the medication.

However, it's important to note that methadone is an opioid itself and can be habit-forming. When taken as prescribed and under medical supervision, the risk of addiction to methadone is relatively low. However, misuse or diversion of methadone can lead to addiction and other negative consequences.

Methadone treatment is not suitable for everyone. Individuals with certain medical conditions or contraindications may not be candidates for methadone treatment. It's essential for addiction treatment centers like Liberation Programs Inc Stamford Methadone to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.

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