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About Milwaukee VAMC John H Bradley Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic
John H. Bradley Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic serves veterans in metropolitan Appleton, Wisconsin, and nearby areas. They primary care alongside a broad spectrum of specialty services. These cuts across behavioral healthcare, alternative therapy, and social support services. Their specialized programs include mental health support, PTSD care treatment for substance use, or addictive drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.
They offer inpatient and outpatient substance use recovery programs. These programs can also help you tackle co-occurring disorders. This is when you’re simultaneously dealing with both substance use and mental issues.
Their inpatient program may begin with detox after assessment and personalized treatment planning. Detox is a carefully managed withdrawal procedure that removes addiction related toxins from your body.
After detox comes rehab. This is a structured and intense program involving counseling, group therapy and educational programs. The goal is to help uncover the underlying psychological issues fueling your substance use and equip you with healthier coping tools. You may learn life skills like effective communication, stress/anger management, problem solving and relationship building. They only have outpatient rehab here, but can refer you to an inpatient center if your symptoms are acute.
This program is also suitable if you just want to address moderate to mild symptoms of substance use disorder. It allows you to receive therapy while maintaining your work or family commitments. Thanks to their secured telehealth support, you can even receive this therapy in the comfort of your home. This includes both videoconferencing and home telehealth services.
You may receive medication assisted treatment (MAT) if you’re dealing with opioid dependence or alcoholism. The technique uses meds alongside counseling to help you manage withdrawal symptoms and support lasting recovery.
You can also receive alternative therapy via their patient centered whole health care. This involves meditation/mindfulness training, massage therapy and acupuncture. Yoga, tai chi and qigong classes are all aspects of this program. Integrating both approaches is a sure way to tackle your behavioral challenges and improve your health and well being.
The facility offers broad social support services to support vulnerable veterans. For instance, the homeless veteran’s care can be a lifesaver if you’re homeless or at risk of homelessness due to substance misuse. You may receive financial support, transitional or permanent housing and job training/life skills development.
They have multiple funding options to enhance accessibility. These include private and public insurance like Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE. I especially like that you can qualify for care in this facility even if you’re not enrolled in VA health care. It’s also great that they provide same day help and support walk-in express care for urgent health.
Levels of Care
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Inpatient
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
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Outpatient
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
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Aftercare
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support after you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety including therapy, community support groups and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into your daily life.
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Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
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Sober Living
Sober living homes provide a supportive and substance free environment for you to live in as you overcome your addiction. Residents must follow house rules and support each other's recovery journeys. Sober living fosters accountability and stability during this critical phase of recovery.
Detox Service Setting
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Inpatient Detox
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
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Outpatient Detox
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
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Adult (18+)
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
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Men
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Military / Veterans
Military and veteran programs offer specialized support for clients who served in the armed services. Programs focus on reintegration and healing within a structured and supportive environment that acknowledges the unique struggles of military life.
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Seniors (65+)
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
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Women
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young Adult (18 - 25)
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Payment Options
- Payment Assistance
- Free
- Medicare
- Military Insurance
- Private Insurance
- Self Pay
Accreditations
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Joint Commission
Amenities
- Music Room
Contact
10 Tri-Park Way
Appleton, WI 54914
