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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Some meth users "speedball" the drug and combine it with heroin.
  • Studies show that chronic meth use results in severe structural and functional changes in areas of the brain associated with emotion and memory.
  • When prescription stimulants are abused even after a short period of time, withdrawal symptoms can result upon abrupt cessation including fatigue, depression, and disturbed sleep patterns.

Addiction-treatment-center.jpgOnce you have decided to make a change and get help for your addiction problem, the next step is to explaore your treatment facility options. Keep in mind that there is no one-size fits all facility. The most effective way to find an appropriate treatment program that meets your particular needs is to speak with an addiction treatment professional who can assess your specific situation and give you various treatment facility options based on your exact needs. We can help you with this. Simply call our Drug Treatment Help-Line at 1-877-683-7818 and you will be connected to an addiction treatment specialist who can help you find the correct treatment program for you.

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Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the bottom end of the spectrum of rehabilitation services regarding intensity of care, because the individual will be able to preserve their lifestyle in several ways without the commitment of needing to remain in a rehabilitation program while receiving treatment services. Even though this may seem ideal it will not provide the much needed change of surroundings than many people in treatment need to experience a successful rehabilitation.

Spanish

Not all alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers possess the staff or wherewithal to focus on the requirements of Spanish speaking clientele, but fortunately there are more and more facilities that are able to do so because the necessity for Spanish services is higher than any other time. Therapy, study information and the like are actually frequently accessible in Spanish in both long and short terms programs which deliver inpatient or residential treatment and outpatient Spanish rehab is also available around the country.

Other Languages

In every single city in America there is someone struggling with drug use that isn't necessarily fluent in English, who may need rehabilitation in whichever language it is they are fluent in so that their needs may be met properly when in treatment. Thankfully, there are lots of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers who have counselors on staff who speak other languages to make alcohol and drug rehab the most effective experience possible for any individual. Simply locate a top quality alcohol and drug rehabilitation program and inquire if it is feasible to receive rehabilitation in other languages.

Medicaid

Some rehab centers will take Medicaid in the event the individual is unable to self pay or present another kind of private medical insurance. Medicaid might cover outpatient and short-term treatment in a limited amount of facilities, and in this case individuals may want to explore the self pay alternative and come up with up any resources they're able to to fund a more quality rehab facility that will get better results, such as a long-term residential drug treatment center.

State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)

State financed insurance other than Medicaid can be used to cover the costs of drug treatment if other forms of insurance or self payment aren't an option. If someone doesn't have private insurance and doesn't yet know whether they could qualify for state insurance, they can consult their Social Services office in their area to determine if they are and then apply. Most state financed insurance will take care of both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, but usually only inside the state which provides the insurance plan.

Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)

Many drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers offer payment assistance to help individuals who might possibly not have adequate resources to self pay for treatment or whose health insurance won't provide coverage or full coverage for their stay. As an example, Occasionally insurance only pays for a short-term program when in reality a long-term facility will likely be the more appropriate option. To determine what payment assistance can be offered, like a sliding fee scale, talk with the center for details.

  • El Centro de Amistad Inc
    El Centro de Amistad Inc is located at:

    7038 Owensmouth Avenue
    Canoga Park, CA. 91303

    If you would like to contact El Centro de Amistad Inc, you can reach them at 818-347-8565 x124.

    El Centro de Amistad Inc offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)