About New Mexico VA Health Care System Farmington VA Clinic
Farmington VA Clinic provides outpatient healthcare that improves the general wellbeing of veterans and their families in Farmington, New Mexico. They offer primary medical care alongside mental health and substance use treatment. They also provide social support services and dietary care.
The clinic accepts Medicaid, Medicare and TRICARE alongside commercial insurances. This facilitates access to quality care among medically indigent veterans. The clinic is about three miles east of Animas River Trails and four miles west of Lake Farmington. They also serve veterans from nearby Aztec, Bloomfield and Shiprock.
Integrated Substance Use Care
Farmington VA Clinic offers same-day help and emergency care for veterans with mental health conditions and substance use issues. Their confidential and personalized outpatient care offers flexibility for veterans. Services encompass substance use consultation and evaluations followed by personalized care planning to ensure tailored treatment.
Therapeutic support is coordinated by experienced professionals in a group and individual setting to equip clients with practical skills to manage triggers while promoting sobriety. They’re also well equipped to deliver medication-assisted treatment (MAT) when medically relevant to achieve lasting healing, particularly for veterans with opioid use issues. MAT involves using FDA-approved meds to curb physiological cravings. It’ normally paired with behavioral therapy to help clients tackle psychological symptoms.
You can leverage their dietary care to support your physical health and overall wellness. They offer nutritional counseling and telehealth sessions to help veterans get quality meals that boost energy and immunity. You can access various services through their social work department like housing, employment, financial assistance, transportation, and legal support. Social workers also help with transition to civilian life and address intimate partner violence via referral.
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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LGBTQ Friendly
LGBTQ friendly programs create an inclusive and affirming space for recovery. Treatment is sensitive to issues like discrimination and stigma. You’ll receive support and therapy that respects and acknowledges your unique experiences.
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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
- Desert Setting
Contact
3605 English Road
Farmington, NM 87402