Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services - Worcester Massachusetts

Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services - Worcester, MA

Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services is treatment center located at 585 Lincoln Street in the 01605 zip code in Worcester, MA that offers medication-assisted treatment for addiction. It accepts people with HIV or AIDS, seniors and older adults and court/judicial system clients into its treatment service. Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services provides methadone maintenance, methadone detox and relapse prevention from naltrexone to adults and young adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services consist of dialectical behavior therapy, relapse prevention and trauma-related counseling. Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services also includes detox programs and offers opioid detox and benzodiazepines detoxification.

Address: 585 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  4. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  5. Type Of Treatment
  6. Pharmacotherapies
  7. Treatment Approaches
  8. FacilityOwnership
  9. License/Certification/Accreditation
  10. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  11. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  12. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  13. Screening & Testing
  14. Transitional Services
  15. Ancillary Services
  16. Other Addictions Treatment
  17. Detoxification
  18. Counseling Services and Education
  19. Medical Services
  20. Tobacco/Screening Services
  21. Facility Smoking Policy
  22. Age Groups Accepted
  23. Gender Accepted
  24. Exclusive Services
  25. Additional Spoken Languages

Here are the full facility listing details on Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services in Worcester, MA:

Types of Care at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Detoxification
  • Substance use treatment
  • Treatment for co-occurring serious mental health illness/serious emotional disturbance and substance use disorders

Service Settings at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Outpatient treatment
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Methadone used in Treatment
  • Naltrexone used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • methadone detox
  • methadone maintenance
  • relapse prevention from naltrexone

Pharmacotherapies at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Methadone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders

Treatment Approaches at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • contingency management/motivational incentives
  • community reinforcement plus vouchers
  • dialectical behavior therapy
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling
  • trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

FacilityOwnership at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • a private non-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • State substance abuse agency
  • State department of health
  • State mental health department
  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military insurance
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • adult women
  • pregnant/postpartum women
  • adult men
  • seniors and older adults
  • veterans
  • active duty military
  • military families
  • court/judicial system clients
  • people with co-occurring substance use and mental disorders
  • people with HIV or AIDS
  • sexual abuse victims
  • domestic violence victims
  • people with trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Interim services for clients
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Screening & Testing at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • Screening for Hepatitis B
  • Screening for Hepatitis C
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • TB screening
  • Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing

Transitional Services at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education
  • Outcome follow-up after discharge

Ancillary Services at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • case management
  • domestic violence services
  • early intervention for HIV
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • self-help groups
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Treatment for non-substance use addiction disorder
  • Treatment for gambling disorder
  • Treatment for internet use disorder

Detoxification at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • benzodiazepines detoxification
  • opioid detox

Counseling Services and Education at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • marital/couples counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling
  • health education services

Medical Services at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Hepatitis A vaccination

Tobacco/Screening Services at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients

Additional Spoken Languages at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services

  • Arabic
  • Korean
  • Spanish

Phone #: 508-854-3320

Call (866) 434-2077 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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Is Methadone a safe option for addiction treatment?

Methadone treatment can be a safe and effective option for individuals struggling with opioid addiction, especially when administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program, such as the one that can be found at Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services. Methadone is an opioid medication that is used to help manage opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings, making it easier for individuals to reduce or quit their use of other opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers.

Here are some key points to consider regarding the safety of methadone treatment:

  1. Supervised Administration: Methadone treatment is typically provided through opioid treatment programs (OTPs) or clinics where patients receive a daily dose of methadone under the supervision of healthcare professionals. This helps reduce the risk of misuse and overdose.

  2. Reduces Withdrawal Symptoms: Methadone can alleviate the severe withdrawal symptoms associated with opioids, which can be a significant barrier to recovery. This can enhance the patient's quality of life and make it easier for them to engage in therapy and counseling.

  3. Harm Reduction: Methadone maintenance treatment can be viewed as a harm reduction approach. While it doesn't necessarily lead to immediate abstinence, it reduces the risks associated with illicit opioid use, such as overdose and the transmission of infectious diseases (e.g., HIV and hepatitis).

  4. Individualized Treatment: Methadone treatment should be individualized to meet the unique needs of each patient. The dose is typically adjusted based on the patient's response and progress in treatment.

  5. Legal Regulation: Methadone clinics and providers are subject to strict regulations and oversight by government agencies to ensure safety and appropriate use of the medication.

However, it's important to note that methadone is an opioid itself and can be habit-forming. When taken as prescribed and under medical supervision, the risk of addiction to methadone is relatively low. However, misuse or diversion of methadone can lead to addiction and other negative consequences.

Methadone treatment is not suitable for everyone. Individuals with certain medical conditions or contraindications may not be candidates for methadone treatment. It's essential for addiction treatment centers like Spectrum Health Systems Inc Outpatient Services to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.

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