VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service - Palo Alto California

VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service - Palo Alto, CA

Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service is a methadone and general addiction rehab center in Palo Alto, CA, situated at 3801 Miranda Avenue, Unit 116-a/ats in the 94304 zip code. Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service specializes in naltrexone administration, buprenorphine maintenance and suboxone prescription. It is able to accommodate adults and young adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and 12-step facilitation. As part of its treatment program, Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service also offers opioid detox, methamphetamines detoxification and benzodiazepines detoxification. In addition, it provides health education services, individual counseling and hepatitis education, counseling and support. Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service caters its treatment program to men and women.

Call (877) 855-0765 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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Address: 3801 Miranda Avenue, Unit 116-A/ATS, Palo Alto, CA 94304

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Hospitals
  4. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  5. External Opioid Medications Source
  6. Type of 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. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  14. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  15. Screening & Testing
  16. Transitional Services
  17. Ancillary Services
  18. Other Addictions Treatment
  19. Detoxification
  20. Counseling Services and Education
  21. Medical Services
  22. Tobacco/Screening Services
  23. Facility Smoking Policy
  24. Age Groups Accepted
  25. Gender Accepted
  26. Exclusive Services
  27. Services for deaf

Additional details on VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service in Palo Alto, CA:

Types of Care at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Service Settings at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • hospital inpatient treatment
  • outpatient treatment
  • full residential treatment
  • hospital inpatient detoxification
  • outpatient detoxification
  • outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • intensive outpatient treatment
  • outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • regular outpatient treatment
  • residential detoxification
  • long-term residential treatment
  • short-term residential treatment

Hospitals at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

External Opioid Medications Source at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Other contracted prescribing entity

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Pharmacotherapies at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

FacilityOwnership at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

License/Certification/Accreditation at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Federal funding
  • Military insurance

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • adult women
  • veterans
  • court/judicial system clients
  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders
  • sexual abuse victims
  • people with trauma
  • people with co-occurring substance use and pain

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Screening & Testing at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • 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 Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Ancillary Services at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • case management
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • self-help groups
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Detoxification at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Counseling Services and Education at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • 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
  • employment counseling or training
  • vocational training and educational support

Medical Services at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Hepatitis A vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination

Tobacco/Screening Services at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

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

Facility Smoking Policy at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Serves Veterans only

Services for deaf at Va Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

  • Services for the deaf and hard of hearing are available

Phone #: 650-493-5000 x60050

Call (877) 855-0765 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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Benefits of Medication Assisted Treatment at VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach to addiction recovery that combines behavioral therapy and counseling with the use of FDA-approved medications to treat substance use disorders (SUDs). MAT can be highly effective in helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve long-term recovery. Here are some of the benefits of Medication-Assisted Treatment for rehab at VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service:

  1. Reduced Cravings: MAT medications can help reduce or eliminate cravings for drugs or alcohol, making it easier for individuals to abstain from substance use.

  2. Withdrawal Symptom Management: MAT medications can alleviate the uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous withdrawal symptoms associated with substance cessation, helping individuals to remain in treatment.

  3. Improved Treatment Retention: MAT has been shown to increase treatment retention rates, as individuals are more likely to stay engaged in therapy and counseling when they have medication support.

  4. Decreased Risk of Relapse: MAT can significantly reduce the risk of relapse, allowing individuals to focus on building a stable and drug-free life.

  5. Enhanced Quality of Life: By reducing drug cravings and withdrawal symptoms, MAT can improve an individual's overall quality of life, including their physical and mental health.

  6. Lowered Mortality Rates: MAT has been associated with reduced mortality rates among individuals with opioid use disorders, as it can help prevent fatal overdoses.

  7. Reduced Criminal Activity: Engaging in MAT can lead to a reduction in criminal activity associated with drug use, such as theft or drug-related offenses.

  8. Improved Mental Health: MAT can help stabilize an individual's mental health, as substance use often exacerbates co-occurring mental health disorders.

  9. Supportive Counseling: MAT programs typically include counseling and therapy, which can help individuals address the underlying issues contributing to their addiction and develop coping strategies.

  10. Increased Functionality: Individuals in MAT programs often experience improved social and occupational functioning, as they can focus on rebuilding their lives without the constant interference of drug cravings.

  11. Greater Success in Other Areas of Life: With the support of MAT, individuals can work on improving their relationships, education, employment, and housing situations, leading to a more stable and fulfilling life.

  12. Potential for Long-Term Recovery: MAT can be a stepping stone to long-term recovery by providing the stability needed to make positive life changes and maintain sobriety.

It's important to note that the effectiveness of MAT may vary depending on the individual and the specific substance use disorder being treated. The choice of medication and the treatment plan should be tailored to the individual's needs and preferences, and it should be administered under the supervision of qualified staff at treatment centers, such as VA Palo Alto Healthcare System Addiction Treatment Service, in conjunction with counseling and behavioral therapies. MAT is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but it can be a valuable tool in the comprehensive approach to addiction recovery.

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