QSA Services Inc DBA of Queens/The PAC Program OP - Elmhurst New York

QSA Services Inc DBA of Queens/The PAC Program OP - Elmhurst, NY

Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op is treatment center located at 40-11 Warren Street in the 11373 zip code in Elmhurst, NY that offers medication-assisted substance abuse treatment. It accepts people with HIV or AIDS, people with trauma and adult women into its treatment program. Some of the treatment approaches used by Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op consist of relapse prevention, brief intervention and rational emotive behavioral therapy.

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

WHO ANSWERS?

Address: 40-11 Warren Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

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

Here are the full facility listing details on QSA Services Inc DBA of Queens/The PAC Program OP in Elmhurst, NY:

Types of Care at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Substance use treatment

Service Settings at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Outpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

External Opioid Medications Source at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type Of Treatment at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • suboxone prescription

Pharmacotherapies at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders

Treatment Approaches at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

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

FacilityOwnership at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • a private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • State substance abuse agency
  • State mental health department

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military insurance
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Payment Assistance Available at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Payment assistance
  • Sliding fee scale

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • teenagers
  • transitional age young adults
  • adult women
  • pregnant/postpartum women
  • adult men
  • seniors and older adults
  • court/judicial system clients
  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders
  • people with HIV or AIDS
  • domestic violence victims
  • people with trauma
  • people with co-occurring substance use and pain

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

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

Screening & Testing at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing

Transitional Services at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

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

Ancillary Services at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • case management
  • domestic violence services
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • recovery coaches
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • mentoring/peer support

Counseling Services and Education at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling
  • health education services
  • employment counseling or training

Tobacco/Screening Services at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

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

Facility Smoking Policy at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Smoking not permitted

Gender Accepted at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients

Additional Spoken Languages at Qsa Services Inc Dba Of Queens/the Pac Program Op

  • Creole
  • Spanish

Phone #: 718-729-8686

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 QSA Services Inc DBA of Queens/The PAC Program OP. 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 QSA Services Inc DBA of Queens/The PAC Program OP to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.

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