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Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road

Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road

Drug Rehab Center in Princeton, New Jersey

  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road is a licensed and accredited medical facility offering comprehensive addiction and substance abuse services, utilizing evidence-based and multidisciplinary approaches to provide personalized care.

About This Princeton, NJ Facility

Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road is a leading provider of medical care and services, located in Princeton, New Jersey. The facility offers comprehensive healthcare services to meet the needs of the local community, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services. The addiction and substance abuse services available at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road include comprehensive screening and evaluation, personalized treatment plans, inpatient and outpatient detox and stabilization, medication management, and individual and group counseling. They also provide education materials and resources to patients, families, and other professionals to help support addiction recovery.

Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road provides superior care and treatment services for individuals suffering from addiction or substance abuse. Their team of experts is dedicated to providing personalized and evidence-based care, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that combines medications, psychotherapy, and other therapies to create the best plan of care for each patient. The addiction and substance abuse services also include comprehensive discharge planning, comprehensive relapse prevention planning, and complementary therapies such as yoga, meditation, and mindfulness strategies.

Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road is an accredited practice, licensed by the state of New Jersey, and its staff are also credentialed and certified by various addiction treatment organizations. The facility is also proud to have been honored by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home for its dedication to providing high quality care. Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road has also been recognized for its commitment to providing social services, such as primary care and mental health services, to the local underserved population.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Multiple Centers
  • Accreditations

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Opioid addiction treatment facilities like Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road support people struggling with opioid dependency, which covers illegal and prescription opioids. People often abuse prescription opioids to get high instead of adhering to a medical provider’s directions. Addiction forces people to crave for opioids impulsively without factoring in the dangers these drugs bring to them.

    Most opioid addiction treatment plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. However, that’s only the beginning. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction. This overall approach decreases the likelihood of falling off the wagon. In some instances, therapies can be done at home.

    Addiction is often caused by an underlying issue. Mental illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder could lie at the root. A dual diagnosis by Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road aims to treat the addiction as well as the cause of the addiction. This ensures the patient will not fall back on old ways after treatment is complete.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    An Intensive Outpatient Program like what’s offered at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road, targets those who need intensive treatment but would rather get it in the comfort of their homes. The treatment programs vary in duration and intensity. They can be tailored to suit the patient’s needs.

    Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities. Services in New Jersey include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and individual and group therapy.

    Aftercare support plays an important role when sustaining a patient’s full recovery at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road. Patients also receive assistance in making living arrangements in halfway houses. Career counseling is available for those who want a fresh start. There are also local community programs in Princeton, NJ such as Alcoholics Anonymous.

    Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road‘s Therapies & Programs

    During individual therapy at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road in Princeton, New Jersey, the person in recovery meets with a therapist one-on-one to go over the situation and learn from their mistakes. The counselor or therapist will use this time to address causes of an addiction, triggers, any type of mental issue or dual diagnosis, and aftercare plans. They will help fill in any gaps in future plans to give the person the best chances of attaining and maintaining long-term sobriety.

    Patients who receive generous support from their loved ones have better chances of completing their recovery. Genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes.

    Group therapy is a type of counseling at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road in Princeton, NJ that occurs between a bunch of strangers. The goal of group therapy sessions is to foster hope and a sense of belonging. It also helps to have people who can relate to what you’re going through. Good behaviors can also be contagious.

    Dialectical behavioral therapy focuses on eliminating negative thoughts such as suicidal thoughts. It is useful in the treatment of patients with uncontrollable emotions. The term “dialectic” means the integration of opposites. In the substance abuse context, DBT refers to accepting the patient’s addiction.

    Life skills training helps the recovering person gain the skills and confidence necessary to function well in the world. Life skills training focuses on practical activities like cooking, job seeking, social interactions, and money management. This kind of training at Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road helps fill in the gaps caused by addiction with useful, immediately usable skills.

    Nutrition Therapy focuses on improving the emotional and physical health by diet, or Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). A diet low in certain nutrients can contribute to feelings that can trigger addiction or relapse. To cure the body and discourage addictive behavior, diet therapy encourages healthy eating.

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps smokers get nicotine into their system without resorting to smoking. NRT lowers down nicotine cravings, so the patient does not go through physical weakness. Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road in Princeton, New Jersey couples NRT with counseling and other means of support giving long-term smokers a better chance of quitting.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
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    Princeton HealthCare System - Lucas Road Location and Directions
    Address Information741 Mount Lucas Rd
    Princeton, New Jersey 08540 Phone Number(888) 437-1610 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Princeton, New Jersey Addiction Information

    The state of New Jersey is afflicted by the rising opioid overdose crisis and the increase in the number of residents engaging in illegal substance abuse. 90% of the 2,900 drug overdose deaths in New Jersey involved opioids in 2018. Over 1.1 million New Jersey residents reportedly use drugs in a given year. High prevalence of drug and alcohol abuse caused 14% of all deaths in the state between 2008 and 2017.

    According to statistics, about 5,000 people in Princeton struggle with addiction to drugs or alcohol. This accounts for about 7% of the population. Alcohol is still the most commonly abused substance in Princeton. There were 1,526 admissions to Princeton drug and alcohol treatment facilities in 2014. There are several drug and alcohol treatment facilities in Princeton, NJ. The best treatment for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences.

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