Meridian Behavioral Healthcare – Lake City Office

About Meridian Behavioral Healthcare – Lake City Office – Lake City

Known for its many springs, lakes, and rivers, Lake City, Florida features Meridian Behavioral Healthcare – Lake City Office. Since 1971, this community health center has served North Central Florida adults, youth, and families. From residential programs to aftercare, you can access comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment for any recovery stage.

Their Lake City location provides residential and outpatient treatment, including counseling, specialized opioid care, crisis stabilization, emergency screenings, and more. You’ll benefit from personalized care with your recovery goals at the forefront. You can recognize and change the behaviors contributing to substance abuse and gain essential coping skills for sustained recovery.

What stands out most to me is their supported employment services. They understand that finding employment while in recovery can come with some challenges. You can access guidance and assistance while in treatment to transition to work. That way, you’ll have a solid foundation and financial stability to benefit recovery.

I also think their homeless recovery services are fantastic. They welcome adults experiencing homelessness due to substance abuse or mental health conditions. Their dedicated team connects you to local resources to secure affordable housing. You’ll benefit from gaining the tools to support your recovery and find a permanent home.

One of my favorite things about this program is their community engagement outings. You can enhance interpersonal habits and connect with others in recovery through their trail walks, gardening classes, art workshops, volunteer opportunities, and more. I think this is a great way to explore new outlets for self expression and self care.

Lastly, I think it’s great that they have supported services for Veterans and their families. This program assists Veterans and their loved ones who are homeless or experiencing housing insecurity. You can access referrals for legal services, education, employment, financial management resources, and more. They even offer temporary financial assistance to help you get back on your feet.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Outpatient

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.

Treatments

Alcoholism Drug Addiction Dual Diagnosis Mental Health and Substance Abuse Opioid Addiction

Programs

Adult Program

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.

Staff

Lauren Cohn

President & CEO

Donald Savoie

Senior Advisor to the President

Richard Anderson

Senior Vice President & Chief Clinical Officer

Alan Paulin

Senior Vice President & Clinical & Community Services

Ashley Tozier

Chief Operating Officer

Annmarie Attaway

Senior Vice President & Chief financial Officer

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