Akeela - Palmer
Drug Rehab Center in Palmer, Alaska
- Opioid Addiction
- Dual Diagnosis
- Drug Addiction
- Alcoholism
Akeela-Palmer is a rehabilitation facility in Palmer, Alaska that offers a wide range of addiction and substance abuse services with evidence-based treatment approaches, specialized and individualized care, on-site medical team, family and patient counseling, and a supportive environment to help clients achieve sobriety and lead fulfilling lives.
About This Alaska Facility
Akeela - Palmer is an Addiction Treatment Facility located in Palmer, Alaska. Established in 1974, Akeela - Palmer has been providing comprehensive treatment services for individuals suffering from alcoholism, opioid addiction, dual diagnosis, and drug addiction for over four decades. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Akeela - Palmer upholds the highest standards of quality care.
At Akeela - Palmer, they offer a range of treatment options to address various needs. Their services include drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, inpatient programs, and outpatient programs. Whether individuals require intensive residential treatment or flexible outpatient care, Akeela - Palmer caters to different levels of care. Their programs are designed to address the unique challenges and complexities associated with addiction and dual diagnosis, providing comprehensive and personalized treatment plans for each individual. Accepting private health insurance, Akeela - Palmer aims to make high-quality addiction treatment accessible to a wider population. Affiliated with Akeela, a renowned organization dedicated to addiction treatment, Akeela - Palmer benefits from a wealth of expertise and resources to deliver effective and evidence-based care.
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Conditions and Issues Treated
Opioid addiction is the result of repeated use, or abuse, of opioid drugs. It is recommended for people who are dependent on opioids, or who have a high risk for dangerous health concerns, to seek professional treatment. Treatment plans usually include behavioral therapy and medication-assisted treatment.
Opioid drugs include: fentanyl, heroin, methadone, oxycodone, and oxymorphone.
Opioid addiction treatment is beneficial for:
- People who have a history of severe withdrawal.
- People with a high risk for dangerous health concerns.
- People having difficulty overcoming opioid addiction on their own.
There are different kinds of Dual Diagnosis:. A person who simultaneously experiences both a mental illness and an addiction disorder. Or, a person who experiences one or more coexisting (simultaneous) mental health conditions in addition to a primary substance use disorder.
The treatment requires a multi-disciplinary approach, it’s crucial for individuals to partner up with a healthcare provider who understands all the recovery components.
Levels of Care Offered at Akeela - Palmer
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Inpatient treatment is the most intensive level of care, and it’s necessary for those who aren’t able to control their addiction. These patients also must be drug-free before attending inpatient programs .
During inpatient treatment, addicts live at an inpatient facility 24 hours a day while receiving help. This type of program is generally recommended for those who need to go through detoxification or who are struggling with serious addiction-related issues.
The outpatient programs in Palmer, AK are for those addicted drugs or alcohol. The goal of the outpatient rehabilitation program is to make them stop abusing drugs or alcohol, reduce drug use or addictive behaviors, and become entirely sober. It is generally required to attend the outpatient program for 10-12 hours every week.
Patients can be administered on-the-spot medication to ease withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and even depression. Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be used as a part of outpatient treatment to help maintain sobriety.
Therapies & Programs
People in addiction recovery can benefit from individual therapy. This type of therapy involves meeting with a therapist one-on-one. This allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built so that the patient can be truly themselves and express any emotions they feel. Individual therapy leads to greater understanding and peace about your triggers for addiction and coping strategies to prevent relapse.
Family therapy is a type of group problem-solving that aims to improve communication and relationships between the patient, their family, and sometimes friends. The main goal of family therapy for drug addiction is to create an environment where communication can occur without judgment, hostility, or blame. The therapist is with the family as they learn to communicate with each other differently, especially with the addict when s/he is using.
Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment. People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.
Group therapy sessions provide recovering addicts with a chance to cope with everyday situations that many face. Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment.
People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.
If you’re looking for addiction treatment, it’s important to find a facility that offers trauma therapy. This type of therapy helps people process and understand the past traumas that have led to their addiction. Trauma therapists will work with clients to help them understand their past and present relationships and show them that they are worthy of love. This therapy is typically done using visualization, discussion, and writing down thoughts and feelings.
Trauma Therapy is a form of therapy that involves working with a patient to help them process and understand the past trauma(s) in their life. This therapy is typically done using techniques such as visualization, discussion, and writing down thoughts and feelings. The main goals of trauma therapy is to help clients express their emotions and talk about what they are feeling.
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Palmer, Alaska 99645 Phone Number(907) 225-4135 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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Palmer, Alaska Addiction Information
Alaska is enduring a multi-faceted drug and alcohol abuse problem. Heroin-related overdoses are 50% higher in Alaska than in the rest of the United States. Methamphetamine use is a major contributing factor to violent crime in Alaska. More than 60,000 Alaskans need some sort of treatment for substance abuse and/or addiction.
The most commonly abused drug in Palmer, AK is marijuana, which was reported by 20% of people who abuse drugs. In 2019, there were 25 opioid-related overdose deaths in the city. 18% of high school students in Palmer reported using an illicit drug at least once. The average age of first-time drug users in Palmer is 16. Some of the most common types of treatment include inpatient rehab, outpatient rehab, and detox.
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