Overview
Lake County Substance Abuse Program is an accredited substance abuse treatment center that provides outpatient treatment for men between 18 and 65+ years of age. As part of their special programs, Lake County Substance Abuse Program treats clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, criminal justice (other than dui/dwi)/forensic clients, and clients who have experienced trauma. To help patients achieve sobriety, Lake County Substance Abuse Program provides intake assessments. Afterward, patients receive cognitive behavioral therapy, telemedicine/telehealth therapy, and substance use disorder counseling during treatment. Lake County Substance Abuse Program is located in Waukegan, Illinois, providing treatment for people in Lake County, accepting medicaid, medicare, and private health insurance.
Lake County Substance Abuse Program at a Glance
Payment Options
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Private health insurance
- Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
- Cash or self-payment
Assessments
- Screening for tobacco use
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Interim services for clients
- Screening for substance use
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
Age Groups
- Seniors or older adults
- Young adults
- Adults
Ancillary Services
- Case management service
- Social skills development
Accreditations
Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP):
HFAP is a non-profit that accredits healthcare facilities, including hospitals and nursing homes, to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. The accreditation process involves a review of the facility's policies, procedures and practices with a focus on patient care, safety and satisfaction. The goal is to improve quality and promote patient confidence.
Federally Qualified Health Center:
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) accreditation is a process of evaluation and recognition by the federal government for community health centers that provide comprehensive and accessible healthcare services to underserved populations. FQHC accreditation is essential for centers to receive federal funding and to ensure that they meet standards for quality, patient-centered care.
SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP):
SAMHSA's Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) accreditation is a prestigious recognition that signifies a program's compliance with stringent standards and guidelines established by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). This accreditation demonstrates an OTP's commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD). It serves as a trusted symbol of accountability and excellence, assuring patients, families, and communities that the OTP offers safe, effective, and comprehensive treatment options for OUD.
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA):
DEA accreditation refers to the process by which a law enforcement agency is recognized by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) as having met specific training, operational, and resource requirements necessary to participate in DEA-led drug enforcement efforts. This accreditation allows the agency to perform DEA-related tasks such as conducting investigations, executing federal search warrants, and participating in joint task forces.
The Joint Commission:
The Joint Commission accreditation for addiction and behavioral health signifies that a facility has met rigorous standards in patient care, treatment, and safety. This recognition assures patients and professionals of the facility's commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based care in the fields of addiction and behavioral health, fostering trust and confidence in their services.
Treatment At Lake County Substance Abuse Program
Treatment Conditions
- Alcoholism
- Mental health treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
Care Levels
- Outpatient
- Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Aftercare
Treatment Modalities
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
- Substance use disorder counseling
- Trauma-related counseling
- Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Ancillary Services
Languages
- Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
- Spanish
Additional Services
- Pharmacotherapies administered during treatment
- Mentoring/peer support
- Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Special Programs
- Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
- Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
- Clients who have experienced trauma
Contact Information
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