WTCR Abilene Inc - Abilene Texas

WTCR Abilene Inc - Abilene, TX

Wtcr Abilene Inc is treatment center located at 212 South Leggett Drive in the 79605 zip code in Abilene, TX that offers medication-assisted substance abuse treatment. Wtcr Abilene Inc provides methadone detox, buprenorphine detox and methadone maintenance to young adults and adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Wtcr Abilene Inc consist of contingency management/motivational incentives, substance use counseling and motivational interviewing. Wtcr Abilene Inc also provides detoxification services and offers opioid detox.

Address: 212 South Leggett Drive, Abilene, TX 79605

  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. Payment Assistance Available
  12. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  13. Screening & Testing
  14. Transitional Services
  15. Ancillary Services
  16. Detoxification
  17. Counseling Services and Education
  18. Tobacco/Screening Services
  19. Facility Smoking Policy
  20. Age Groups Accepted
  21. Gender Accepted
  22. Exclusive Services
  23. Additional Spoken Languages

Here are the full facility listing details on WTCR Abilene Inc in Abilene, TX:

Types of Care at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Detoxification
  • Substance use treatment

Service Settings at Wtcr Abilene Inc

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

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Methadone used in Treatment
  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Does not treat alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • buprenorphine detox
  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • methadone detox
  • methadone maintenance

Pharmacotherapies at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)

Treatment Approaches at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • contingency management/motivational incentives
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix Model
  • rational emotive behavioral therapy
  • relapse prevention
  • substance use counseling
  • trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

FacilityOwnership at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • a private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • State department of health
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Federal, or any government funding for substance use programs
  • Medicaid
  • Cash or self-payment
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Payment Assistance Available at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Payment assistance

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Comprehensive substance use assessment

Screening & Testing at Wtcr Abilene Inc

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

Transitional Services at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Ancillary Services at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • case management

Detoxification at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • opioid detox

Counseling Services and Education at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • individual counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling

Tobacco/Screening Services at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Methadone and buprenorphine clients only
  • Methadone clients only
  • All Clients in Opioid Treatment Program

Additional Spoken Languages at Wtcr Abilene Inc

  • Spanish

Phone #: 325-670-9339

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 WTCR Abilene Inc. 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 WTCR Abilene Inc to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.