Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP) - Bedford Massachusetts

Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP) - Bedford, MA

Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs vmhap is treatment center located at 200 Springs Road, Building 6-t, Basement Floor in the 01730 zip code in Bedford, MA that offers medication assisted substance abuse treatment. It accepts veterans, people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders and seniors and older adults into its treatment program. Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs vmhap provides naltrexone administration, suboxone prescription and buprenorphine maintenance to young adults and adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs vmhap consist of substance use counseling, 12-step facilitation and brief intervention. Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs vmhap also includes detox programs and offers methamphetamines detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification and cocaine detoxification.

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WHO ANSWERS?

Address: 200 Springs Road, Building 6-T, Basement Floor, Bedford, MA 01730

  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. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  13. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  14. Screening & Testing
  15. Transitional Services
  16. Ancillary Services
  17. Other Addictions Treatment
  18. Detoxification
  19. Counseling Services and Education
  20. Medical Services
  21. Tobacco/Screening Services
  22. Facility Smoking Policy
  23. Age Groups Accepted
  24. Gender Accepted
  25. Exclusive Services

Here are the full facility listing details on Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP) in Bedford, MA:

Types of Care at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Service Settings at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Outpatient treatment
  • Residential treatment
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Intensive outpatient treatment
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential treatment

Hospitals at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Pharmacotherapies at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Treatment Approaches at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

FacilityOwnership at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

License/Certification/Accreditation at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
  • Hospital licensing authority
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Screening & Testing at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • 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
  • Testing for metabolic syndrome

Transitional Services at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Ancillary Services at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • case management
  • domestic violence services
  • early intervention for HIV
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • recovery coaches
  • self-help groups
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • professional intervention
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Detoxification at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Counseling Services and Education at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • 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

Medical Services at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Hepatitis A vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination

Tobacco/Screening Services at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

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

Facility Smoking Policy at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Veterans Mh And Addiction Programs (vmhap)

  • Serves Veterans only

Phone #: 800-838-6331 x4584

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 Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP). 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 Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP) to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.

This is a detailed listing page for Veterans MH and Addiction Programs (VMHAP), a methadone & suboxone clinic in Bedford, MA

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