Saginaw VA Medical Center Claimed

About Saginaw VA Medical Center

Veterans in need of treatment and support for substance use issues can access help at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. They’re equipped to treat all manner of substance use issues from binge drinking to a life-threatening opioid addiction. Addiction treatment is personalized to each client and takes into account any co-occurring mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. A referral is required at this VA Medical Center and telehealth appointments are available for clients who can’t attend the clinic in person.

Clients unable to abstain from substances due to a chemical dependency are helped to detox from drugs and alcohol in a safe and controlled way using prescription medications like Vivitrol and methadone. These evidence-backed meds calm cravings and ease withdrawal symptoms so you can taper off illicit drugs with minimal discomfort. Once clients are physically stable, they can better engage in the treatment approaches that tackle the psychological effects of addiction, like individual and group counseling, family therapy, and psychoeducation.

If a client’s substance use disorder puts them at a high risk of personal harm they may be referred to a residential program within the VA network. This allows clients to attain physical and psychological stability before they transition into outpatient treatment, where they are more responsible for their own recovery.

I like how they offer a van delivery service to make sure that you’ll make your appointments. They’ll coordinate with other VA agencies and arrange mileage reimbursements and round-trip pick ups and drop offs.

They can also coordinate substance abuse programs with co-occurring disorders. Losing weight and seeking social services for housing and basic necessities might not seem like they’re related to substance abuse, but they can add stress and fuel an addiction. The VA addresses these co-occurring disorders so you’ll be less motivated to find relief to life’s frustrations through drugs.