Southern Arizona VA Health Care System

The Tucson VA Medical Center operates under the greater Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System located in Tucson, Arizona. This is a full service medical center that offers round the clock care to veterans and their families.

If you’re struggling with a substance abuse disorder or have a co-occurring mental health condition, you’ll find comprehensive treatment here. Services include detox, medication assisted treatment (MAT), inpatient treatment, and outpatient services. They accept VA benefits here.

Their services extend beyond just addressing the needs of veterans. Family members are equally valued as well, whether you have a family member who’s receiving care or a loved one who’s there to offer moral support and encouragement. One way they support families is through their lodging options on campus. Family can stay here free of charge while you receive inpatient medical treatment.

Transportation services are also available to help you and your family members get to and from the clinic as well.

As a full scale medical facility, you’ll find that the services here are approached from a clinical perspective. Counseling is coupled with MAT if necessary, and integrative healthcare will be a part of your treatment process too.

There is a primary care department on site and your treatment plan might include guidance from your VA primary health care provider or behavioral health specialists through the mental health department.

This type of collaborative care helps to address your addiction struggles from all facets of your health profile, not just your substance abuse recovery needs.

As a larger medical campus, you’ll have the benefit of easy access to a variety of specialized services. For example, there are services for homeless vets, vets who’ve endured trauma including sexual abuse, women, and those who are members of the LGBTQ community. There are many other specialized services here and your recovery team can deter