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Providence VA Medical Center

Providence VA Medical Center

Drug Rehab Center in Providence, Rhode Island

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

About This Rhode Island Facility

Providence VA Medical Center is a VA Funded Drug Rehabilitation Facility located in Providence, RI. Professionally treating a variety of drug and alcohol related issues by utilizing multiple levels of care. Treatment here is typically fully covered by most insurances.

Comprehensive substance abuse and addiction treatment programs in Providence, RI help you or a loved one return to a healthy, productive life.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • SAMHSA Listed
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Hearing-Impaired
  • Veterans
  • Accreditations

    SAMHSA

    JCAHO

    CARF

    The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at Providence VA Medical Center to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.

    A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.

    Opioid addiction treatment helps people addicted to opioids in Rhode Island curb their drug use. The selection of a treatment setting depends on the severity of the addiction. Mild cases are usually treated in outpatient facilities; severe cases need hospitalization or treatment in a residential facility. Doctors use medicines along with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat the addiction. The treatment includes medication, counseling and therapy. It can also include group counseling, individual counseling and family counseling.

    People with dual diagnosis have coexisting addiction and a mental disorder. 9.2 million US adults had a co-occurring disorder in 2018, so not just limited to Rhode Island residents. Best treatment combines medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), support group, and inpatient rehabilitation. Sometimes, complementary therapies – yoga, massage, and acupuncture – may also be used.

    Alcohol Abuse, Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Gambling Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse 

    Levels of Care Offered at Providence VA Medical Center

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

    Detox is the stage of recovery where the drugs or alcohol are entirely removed from your body. There are two different ways to detox, with medications and without. For many drugs and alcohol, the acute phase of detox can be completed in a number of days.

    Inpatient rehab means living at the Providence, RI facility while all aspects of an addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. This helps limit the distractions and increase the focus on recovery. Typical inpatient rehab stays are approximately one month long.

    Providence VA Medical Center offers an Intensive Outpatient Program is for those who need intensive care but prefer to spend the majority of their time in the comfort of their own home. The rehabilitation services differ in length and intensity. They are customized to meet the needs of the patient.

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

    A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.

    After treatment, addiction treatment can be frightening for newly sober people. Aftercare support provided by Providence VA Medical Center is designed to give resources and help on a continued basis. It can involve finding housing in and around Rhode Island, setting up 12-step meeting groups, continued medical monitoring, and counseling.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor at Providence VA Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Couples therapy aims to rebuild the trust between the partners. Partner’s involvement in the process will result in greater chances of treatment success. Couples therapy addresses financial issues, loss of trust, lack of intimacy, and physical abuse.

    Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. The impact of substance abuse is not just on the patient but on the entire family. Family therapy ensures that the patient gets adequate support from the family members after the treatment making the recovery process sustainable

    • Family therapy guides all the members of the family to help the patient.
    • It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
    • It helps to keep the patient engaged and motivated throughout the treatment.

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Providence, RI and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Providence VA Medical Center. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.

    Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve Providence VA Medical Center managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.

    A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Providence VA Medical Center aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Providence, RI. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.

    Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.

    A mechanism that rewards patients for good actions is Contingency Management (CM). For a clean drug test, patients typically get a reward or benefit. On the other hand, for bad conduct, individuals are generally disciplined. The treatment helps patients to participate in healthy habits and reduce unhealthy behavior. In treating addiction and other difficulties, it is an effective method offered in Rhode Island by Providence VA Medical Center.

    Acupuncture, Aftercare, Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Contingency management/motivational incentives, Couples Therapy, Detox, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Discharge Planning, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Electroconvulsive Therapy, Employment Counseling / Training, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, Hepatitis Education / Counseling / Support, HIV or AIDS education, Individual Therapy, Inpatient Treatment, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), Outpatient Treatment (OP), Partial-Hospitalization (PHP), Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Therapy

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Providence VA Medical Center Location and Directions
    Address Information830 Chalkstone Ave
    Providence, Rhode Island 02908 Phone Number(401) 273-7100 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Providence, Rhode Island Addiction Information

    Although Rhode Island is the smallest state, it is not immune to the rampant drug and alcohol crisis sweeping the country. Between 2008 and 2017, 16.8% of all deaths in the state were caused by either drugs or alcohol. Fentanyl is used by drug dealers to cut heroin, and is 30 to 50 times stronger than heroin.

    Providence, Rhode Island, has a high rate of drug addiction and abuse. Around 9 percent of adults in Providence, struggle with drug addiction or abuse. Of all overdose deaths in Providence in 2017, 77% were attributable to opioids such as heroin and fentanyl. Treatment options vary depending on the severity of the addiction and the person's individual needs. Some common types of treatment include inpatient or residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and 12-step programs.

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    Teen Challenge Rhode Island
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    Journey to Hope Health and Healing - Johnston
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    Discovery House
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    Center for Treatment and Recovery
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