About La Crosse County Human Services – La Crosse
La Crosse County Human Services is a resource hub for people living in La Crosse, Wisconsin. They offer links to finding assistance within the county that address several conditions, including alcohol or drug abuse. They can provide more information about how to access the services and their cost. Your treatment program can include care from comprehensive community resources that address the needs of adults, children or youth in outpatient programs. Coordinated Services Teams are also available for children who are at risk for homelessness or children involved with child protection or the juvenile justice system.
They address moderate intensity mental health and substance use disorders with service facilitators who work with you to identify a recovery team from your support system. You assist in identifying goals, and, as part of the process, you help in designing the services through a network of providers. Your coordinated service team is available when you have more intense mental health or addiction needs.
To be eligible for substance use disorder treatment by La Crosse County, you must be a county resident receiving medical assistance with moderately high intensity addiction or mental health needs. The county also provides a continuum of contracted substance abuse services that include outpatient and residential treatment. The primary population who is eligible for these services is uninsured.
Your care may include medical detoxification before beginning evidence-based treatment to address your mental health and addiction needs. They also provide individual, group and family therapy; outreach; supported housing; and case management.
The county works with emergency detention for court ordered treatment. These services are intended for families when a child or an adult requires involuntary treatment because they pose a threat to themselves or others.
In addition to treatment services, the county also provides educational and support services when your loved one is abusing drugs or alcohol. These services can help you guide your loved one to the treatment they need.
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