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Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient

Drug Rehab Center in Chicago, Illinois

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Drug Addiction

Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient is a non-profit addiction treatment facility located in Chicago, Illinois that provides evidence-based treatment and recovery services to individuals and families struggling with addiction and substance abuse, including specialized care for pregnant women, court-ordered services, and family counseling, and is accredited by CARF and licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services.

About This Illinois Facility

Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient is an addiction treatment facility located in the Chicago, Illinois area. Founded in 1985, the mission of this facility is to provide quality, evidence-based treatment and recovery services to individuals and families struggling with addiction and substance abuse. As a non-profit organization, the staff is dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

At Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient, patients can receive a variety of services related to addiction and substance abuse, such as individual and group counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and peer support services. In addition, the facility offers specialized care for pregnant women, court-ordered services, and family counseling.

Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehab Facilities (CARF) and licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services. They offer a comprehensive aftercare program to support patients’ long-term recovery, and have received multiple awards for their commitment to providing quality care.

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
  • Additional Languages
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Accreditations

    SAMHSA

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    The inappropriate use of any drug in Chicago, IL is substance abuse. This involves alcohol, medications, and illicit drugs. With a combination of physical and psychiatric therapies, drug addiction is successfully treated at Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient. After Detox is complete, individuals follow-up with treatments treating the root cause of the addiction.

    Opioid addiction is known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction. Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use. It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox, Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient in Chicago, IL offers treatment for opioids.

    Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse 

    Levels of Care Offered at Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient

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

    Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) comprise regular visits to the Illinois facility that provides the therapy. IOP is suitable for patients who have been treated in residential treatment programs. Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient‘s patients gradually get back to their routine life.

    In outpatient programs at Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient, the Chicago resident can live with their family while continuing with their job or studies. Treatment includes educating the patient on drug abuse, medications, and counseling sessions at the individual or group level.

    Treatment is just the first step to maintaining sobriety. After treatment, aftercare support at Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient helps the individual adjust to a life without substances. This support may involve a sober living home in or near Chicago, IL, career counseling, or educational assistance. This is when a relapse prevention plan begins to take shape.

    Therapies & Programs

    Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. Accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. With Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient in Chicago, Illinois, there’s no reason to go through recovery alone.

    Trauma is one of the most common causes of psychological disorders. It’s often found in people with addiction diagnoses. Trauma therapy addresses this by examining the emotions and thoughts people have formed due to past traumas. Traumas are complex but trauma therapy can reduce their ability to contribute to addictive behaviors.

    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is designed for those who are prone to self-harm and suicidal behaviors. Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient aims to help patients understand the relationship between their thoughts, feeling and behaviors and it gives them the tools to make a change. It is effective for those whose addictions and behaviors stem from extreme mental health issues.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on the connection between how someone feels, acts, and thinks. It shows someone how to accept responsibility for their behaviors and actions, while also strengthening a person’s awareness of the circumstances they put themselves into. It can give people attending Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient in Chicago, Illinois the strength to realize they were self-destructing, allowing them to finally reach out and get the help they need.

    Self-defeating thoughts and habits can limit your possible successes. Some examples of this are procrastination, unhealthy eating and angry outbursts. REBT is a method of specific counseling offered by Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient that replaces negative and self-limiting thoughts.

    A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people and the staff at Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient are trained to assist in 12-step management.

    12-Step Facilitation, Aftercare, Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Discharge Planning, Drug Rehab, Group Therapy, Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, Hepatitis Education / Counseling / Support, HIV or AIDS education, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Intervention, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), 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.
    Specialized Assistance Services NFP Outpatient Location and Directions
    Address Information2630 South Wabash
    Chicago, Illinois 60616 Phone Number312-808-3210 x1025 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Chicago, Illinois Addiction Information

    In 2016, more than 2,350 Illinoisans died from drug overdoses. More than 5,500 deaths annually occur in Illinois due to the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 7.17% of Illinois residents reported using illicit drugs in the past month (2018). Substance abuse costs the state approximately $3.5 billion every year.

    Drug misuse can lead to other serious health problems, including HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C infection and liver disease. Chicago's main drugs of abuse include heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Field sobriety tests can be used to determine if someone is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. There are about 872 drug treatment centers in the city, and the number of people seeking help for addiction continues to rise.

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