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Auburn Gresham VA Clinic

7731 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60620
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Jesse Brown VA Medical Center - Auburn Gresham IL 60620

About Auburn Gresham VA Clinic

For many veterans, the wounds after their time in the service are unseen, taking on the form of mental health struggles or substance use disorders. If this describes you, you can find comprehensive care at Auburn Gresham VA Clinic and/or be connected to community resources that can help.

The drug addiction program can connect you to group therapy, counseling services, or medication that will aid you through your detox and recovery. Referrals are required for treatment but can be satisfied through your primary care provider.

Likewise, if you’re struggling with a mental health disorder, you can be referred to specialized programs designed to help you with your unique struggles.

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Latest Reviews

Zakiya M 2018
5 months ago on Google
5
I love this clinic never really overcrowded. The staff are nice and it is always clean.
Otis Owens Jr.
6 months ago on Google
5
This is by far the best VA clinic around. Everyone is very professional and extremely nice to us vets. Keep doing what you doing to make our time there pleasant. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
muluhak muluhak
10 months ago on Google
1
Was calling on behalf of another vet, as I do volunteer work to assist vets in need. It's amazing that this place will have you on hold for nearly 30 minutes. I highly doubt many of the employees here are veterans... the person on the other end of the phone was dismissive and could care less. It's terrible with things going on at the VA and this administration that this is what veterans are left with.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

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.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Rehab aftercare programs provide a full continuum of care for clients who are exiting inpatient treatment. Though outpatient care is often considered an element of drug rehab aftercare, services typically continue for the remainder of the clients' life and long after formal treatment is completed. Clients work with their case managers and care team to formulate a customized portfolio of medical, mental health, and social service resources designed to evolve as the client's needs change.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Staci Williams, PharmD, RPh

Acting Medical Center Director

Sarah Unterman, MD, FACEP

Chief of Staff

Ryan J. Landi, MHA, MPH

Associate Director

Michelle Angarita

Acting Assistant Director

Accreditations

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
Accreditation Number: 283639

Contact Information

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7731 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60620

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3.17 (24 reviews)
Zakiya M 2018
5 months ago
5

I love this clinic never really overcrowded. The staff are nice and it is always clean.

Otis Owens Jr.
6 months ago
5

This is by far the best VA clinic around. Everyone is very professional and extremely nice to us vets. Keep doing what you doing to make our time there pleasant. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Quintella
7 months ago
5

muluhak muluhak
10 months ago
1

Was calling on behalf of another vet, as I do volunteer work to assist vets in need. It's amazing that this place will have you on hold for nearly 30 minutes. I highly doubt many of the employees here are veterans... the person on the other end of the phone was dismissive and could care less. It's terrible with things going on at the VA and this administration that this is what veterans are left with.

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