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About Heroes’ Mile
Heroes’ Mile – Deland, Florida, is a special place built by veterans, for veterans with programs designed to help you regain stability and purpose. You won’t be expected to explain military culture there because everyone around you already understands it. The facility was created to support you through substance use recovery with robust tools and structure.
Deland offers quiet breaks that help you stay grounded after treatment. After your visits with Heroes’ Mile, you can visit Blue Spring State Park, walk trails at Hontoon Island, or take a breather in the historic downtown area. These places give you a chance to step away without having to leave town.
Heroes’ Mile accepts most major private insurance including Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and more. They also work with TRICARE, Medicaid, Medicare, self-pay, and state-financed plans. No matter your coverage, you can talk to them directly about sliding scale options or how to get started.
Creative Therapies to Engage the Mind and Body
You’ll have access to art therapy, equine assisted therapy, physical fitness programs, and recreational activities that allow you process the words that are hard to say. These therapeutic approaches are all core parts of how Heroes’ Mile helps you rebuild. We like that these therapies are integrated into treatment so that healing isn’t just about talking but also about reconnecting with yourself physically and mentally.
Detox and Residential Treatment
Their inpatient detox services provide medical care during withdrawal so you can stay safe and supported. Residential treatment combines group work, individual sessions, and recreational programming to help you maintain progress. We notice and admire how clearly structured the programs are, giving you direction without adding pressure.
Veteran Led Support and Specialized Programs
If you’ve experienced post traumatic stress or military sexual trauma, they will take that seriously with treatment designed for your needs. Veterans and first responders receive care in groups that understand your world. We like that the staff are also veterans so it builds a kind of trust you don’t have to force.
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
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Levels of Care
Outpatient
Inpatient
Intensive Outpatient
Aftercare Support
12-Step
Sober Living Homes
Intervention Services
Partial Hospitalization Program
24-Hour Clinical Care
Medically Assisted Detox
Treatments
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Programs
Adult Program
Young Adult Program
Military Program
Clinical Services
Therapists who apply cognitive behavioral therapy in Florida believe patient thoughts and behaviors are closely linked. They use this treatment method to help clients change their thought patterns so they can also change behaviors and break free from substance abuse.
Dialectical behavior therapy in Florida consists of individual therapy and group instruction. This structured program is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates the development of skills for managing emotions and relationships.
Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma therapy helps you work through the psychological impact that traumatic events have had on your life. Your therapist helps you identify the physical, emotional, and mental triggers and develop coping mechanisms. This helps rebuild a sense of safety and trust in yourself and others.
During couples therapy in Florida, your therapist will take steps to get to know you, help you identify feelings, explore the past, develop solutions, and help you learn skills to manage relationship challenges. This process will allow you to work through conflict and strengthen your relationship.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Substance abuse creates biochemical imbalances in your body and brain. By implementing dietary changes, you can restore that balance. This is the goal of nutrition therapy in Florida. You'll gain an understanding of what nutrients your body needs and learn best self care practices.
Types of creative arts therapy in Florida include playing music, writing poetry, journaling, dancing, painting, and sculpting. These expressive activities can help you process emotions and work through challenges with the guidance of a creative arts therapist.
Your mind, body, and emotions interact in complex ways. Experiential therapy addresses all three of these aspects. Interactive and creative activities provide physical sensations and evoke emotional responses. These offer insight into how you interact with the world and any negative patterns you need to change.
One benefit of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in Florida is variety. NRT comes in multiple forms that you can use in different ways. This allows you to choose the form that works best with your needs and lifestyle. Your options include gum, patches, inhalers, and prescription medication.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Kristen Nilsen
Director of Nursing
Rhiannon Haga
Clinical Director
John McKinnon
Director, Operations
Marshall Liesse
Manager, Human Resources& AP
Adriana Alvira
Admissions Specialist
Jose Lopez
Director of Admissions
Accreditations
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Florida
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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2775 Big John Drive
Deland, FL 32724
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