Spero Health - Paducah Kentucky

Spero Health - Paducah, KY

Spero Health is treatment facility located at 220 Berger Road in the 42003 zip code in Paducah, KY that offers medication assisted substance abuse treatment. Spero Health provides buprenorphine maintenance, naltrexone administration and suboxone prescription to young adults and adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Spero Health consist of cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives and brief intervention.

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

WHO ANSWERS?

Address: 220 Berger Road, Paducah, KY 42003

  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. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  12. Screening & Testing
  13. Transitional Services
  14. Ancillary Services
  15. Counseling Services and Education
  16. Tobacco/Screening Services
  17. Facility Smoking Policy
  18. Age Groups Accepted
  19. Gender Accepted
  20. Exclusive Services

Here are the full facility listing details on Spero Health in Paducah, KY:

Types of Care at Spero Health

  • Substance use treatment

Service Settings at Spero Health

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

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Spero Health

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Spero Health

  • Does not treat alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Spero Health

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

Pharmacotherapies at Spero Health

  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Spero Health

  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • contingency management/motivational incentives
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling

FacilityOwnership at Spero Health

  • a private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Spero Health

  • State department of health
  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Spero Health

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

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Spero Health

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

Screening & Testing at Spero Health

  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • HIV testing
  • Screening for Hepatitis C
  • Screening for substance use

Transitional Services at Spero Health

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

Ancillary Services at Spero Health

  • case management
  • housing services
  • mentoring/peer support

Counseling Services and Education at Spero Health

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • substance use education
  • employment counseling or training

Tobacco/Screening Services at Spero Health

  • Screening for tobacco use

Facility Smoking Policy at Spero Health

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Spero Health

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Spero Health

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Spero Health

  • All Clients in Opioid Treatment Program

Phone #: 270-441-0030

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 Spero Health. 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 Spero Health to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.

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