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About VA New Jersey Health Care System East Orange VA Medical Center
East Orange VA Medical Center is a healthcare facility that offers a range of services, including treatment for mental and behavioral issues like substance misuse. You’ll find ’em located out in suburban East Orange, New Jersey. Support is available to adult veterans and their families. They also assist homeless veterans.
Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and other private insurance plans are accepted. Referrals are not required to enroll in their behavioral health programs.
East Orange offers both outpatient and inpatient services in their stately medical facility. There are also telehealth appointments for individuals who’re unable to make regular in-person appointments. Clients can access consultation and assessment services, followed by psychiatry and psychological services, suicide prevention services, or addiction treatment, including residential drug rehab programs. The center also offers specialized services for homeless veterans to help them get back on their feet.
If outdoor excursions are possible, there are some local sites that can help you unwind and relax. Monte Irvin Orange Park is close by so you can exercise. There’s a soccer field not too far away as well.
Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is also provided using FDA-approved medicines like methadone, buprenorphine, Suboxone, and naltrexone. For alcohol use disorder, meds like acamprosate, disulfiram, naltrexone, and topiramate are used. Meanwhile, for individuals trying to quit smoking, the center uses nicotine replacement therapy, bupropion, and varenicline.
MAT is offered alongside regular therapy sessions to help clients manage trickier withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Therapy options here include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and contingency management (CM). CBT helps clients break unhealthy thought patterns that lead to substance abuse by using a problem-solving approach and goal-setting. MI focuses on clients’ motivations behind recovery as a means to strengthen and reinforce them. Meanwhile, CM is focused on clients’ incentives for completing treatment. These incentives become more rewarding the more consistent clients’ healthy behaviors become as a response to treatment.
An advice nurse is also on standby and can be reached should you have questions or need assistance.
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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PHP
Partial hospitalization programs provide comprehensive treatment in a structured setting during the day but allow you to return home at night. These programs offer a balance of inpatient and outpatient rehab and provide intensive support without full time residency.
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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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Intervention
An intervention is a structured and professionally guided conversation with an individual who is struggling with addiction. During the conversation, family and friends will encourage you to seek treatment. This is often a pivotal step for those resistant to getting help.
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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.
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MAT
Medication assisted treatment combines medication and counseling to manage withdrawal and reduce cravings for opioid and alcohol addiction. Medications may include methadone, buprenorphine or naltrexone. MAT is tailored to your needs so you can actively participate in your treatment journey.
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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Alcohol Detox
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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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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Exercise Therapy
Exercise therapy incorporates physical activity into treatment to promote mental and physical health. Regular exercise reduces stress, boosts mood and enhances your overall wellbeing. This can give you a positive outlook and lower your relapse risk.
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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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Opioid Detox
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Rational Behavior Therapy
Rational behavior therapy helps you identify irrational beliefs that contribute to an addiction. Challenging and modifying those beliefs helps you develop healthier attitudes and behaviors. This therapy supports long term sobriety and sustainable recovery.
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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
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Military Insurance
- Private Insurance
- Self Pay
Accreditations
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SAMHSA
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Joint Commission
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CARF
Amenities
- Acupuncture Room
- Private Transportation
- Yoga Studio
Contact
385 Tremont Avenue
East Orange, NJ 07018
