Atlanta VA Medical Center (GA)

1670 Clairmont Rd Decatur, GA 30033

Atlanta VA Medical Center, in Decatur, is dedicated to providing a broad range of services, from detoxification to mental health treatment, and care for co-occurring disorders. They are committed to helping adults, and seniors navigate their recovery journey by providing a detoxification program, mental health therapy, and comprehensive care for those with co-occurring disorders. They offer a variety of payment methods including private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and u.s. department of va funds for their services. The staff at Atlanta VA Medical Center is dedicated to providing expert care in a supportive environment.

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A drug treatment facility provides an array of crucial services, including inpatient and outpatient treatment, substance use treatment, detoxification, and mental health support. The inpatient and outpatient programs offer structured therapy sessions and recovery guidance, catering to varying patient needs. Substance use treatment addresses specific drug dependencies, facilitating a safer path towards sobriety. Detoxification services aid in the physical cleansing of harmful substances, while mental health support ensures holistic recovery, helping individuals cope with psychological challenges accompanying addiction.

Type of Care: Substance use treatment; Mental health treatment; Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults / serious emotional disturbance in children

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public): Federal Government; U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; U.S. Department of VA funds

Payment Assistance Available: Payment assistance (check with facility for details)

Special Programs/Groups Offered: Young adults; Seniors or older adults; Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ); Veterans; Active duty military; Members of military families; Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders; Clients with HIV or AIDS; Clients who have experienced trauma; Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI); Persons with Alzheimer’s or dementia; Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Assessment/Pre-treatment: Screening for tobacco use

Testing: HIV testing; STD testing; TB screening; Metabolic syndrome monitoring; Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV); Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV); Laboratory testing

Recovery Support Services: Housing services; Mentoring/peer support

Service Setting (Outpatient, Inpatient, etc.): Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient; Outpatient

Education and Counseling Services: Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy: Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted: Adults; Seniors

Language Services: Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing

Facility Type: Veterans Affairs Medical Center or other VA healthcare facility

Facility Vaping Policy: Vaping not permitted

Ancillary Services: Assertive community treatment; Chronic disease/illness management; Diet and exercise counseling; Family psychoeducation; Intensive case management; Illness management and recovery; Legal advocacy; Psychosocial rehabilitation services; Supported employment; Supported housing; Therapeutic foster care; Vocational rehabilitation services; Case management service; Integrated primary care services; Suicide prevention services; Education services

Pharmacotherapies: Chlorpromazine; Fluphenazine; Haloperidol; Loxapine; Perphenazine; Pimozide; Prochlorperazine; Thiothixene; Thioridazine; Trifluoperazine; Aripiprazole; Clozapine; Lurasidone; Olanzapine; Paliperidone; Quetiapine; Risperidone; Ziprasidone; Nicotine replacement; Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation; Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Treatment Approaches: Activity therapy; Cognitive behavioral therapy; Couples/family therapy; Dialectical behavior therapy; Electroconvulsive therapy; Group therapy; Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment; Individual psychotherapy; Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Emergency Mental Health Services: Crisis intervention team; Psychiatric emergency onsite services; Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

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HIV testing

Detects whether you have been infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which weakens the immune system and can progress to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

STD testing

An examination to identify the specific sexually transmitted infection that an individual may have contracted.

TB screening

Dermal tests utilized to assess individuals who have a high likelihood of exposure to tuberculosis, such as those with illnesses or conditions that impair their immune system.

Metabolic syndrome monitoring

Refers to the process of monitoring an individual's metabolic health as part of their drug treatment program. Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors, including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels, that increase the risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Monitoring an individual's metabolic health helps to detect any potential health issues related to substance abuse and to ensure that they receive the appropriate level of care and services at Atlanta VA Medical Center to address their substance abuse issues and promote their overall health and well-being.

Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV)

A blood test that measures the presence of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) antigens and antibodies.

Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)

An evaluation for Hepatitis C, typically recommended for individuals who fall under the following categories:Currently or previously engaged in drug injection Prior recipients of blood transfusions or organ transplants Individuals with certain medical conditions, including: a. Those who received clotting factor concentrates prior to 1987 b. Those who underwent long-term hemodialysis c. Those with persistent elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels d. Those with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.

Laboratory testing

Refers to the process of conducting various laboratory tests on individuals seeking drug treatment services from Atlanta VA Medical Center. These tests may include blood tests, urine tests, and other types of medical tests. The purpose of laboratory testing is to assess the individual's overall health status, identify any potential health issues related to substance abuse, and inform the development of an effective treatment plan. The results of the laboratory tests are used to inform the treatment team about the individual's health status and to make any necessary adjustments to their treatment plan.

*The source of the presented data is SAMHSA, (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).

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