Ascension Mercy Hospital

1325 N Highland Ave
Aurora, IL 60506

Aurora, Illinois
630-859-2222

About Ascension Mercy Hospital

Ascension Mercy Hospital in Aurora, Illinois, is now known as Mercy Medical Center. Aurora is a western suburb of Chicago, near Blackberry Farm, shopping centers and restaurants. The medical center is just blocks from the Fox River and several local parks.

Mental Health Care Supports Sustainable Recovery

Mercy Medical Center is a general hospital with 292 beds that was founded in 1911. They currently have a 95-bed inpatient mental health treatment unit that provides behavioral health care and treatment for mental health conditions.

I saw that while they don't have a structured substance use disorder treatment program, they offer treatment for mental health conditions commonly associated with substance use disorders and can provide experienced and effective care for individuals in recovery.

Whole Person Treatment for Physical and Mental Conditions

Additionally, Mercy Medical has an emergency room for individuals who are experiencing mental health or substance use disorder crises. I'm impressed that, when appropriate, clients have access to inpatient care for mental health conditions, especially when they’re a danger to themselves or others.

Clients in the inpatient unit also have access to other healthcare professionals who can address physical needs that may have been triggered by or are exacerbating mental health conditions.

For example, individuals with depression or anxiety are at higher risk for cardiovascular conditions. The hospital works with many healthcare providers in Illinois to cover your treatment and has a financial assistance program if you’re uninsured or underinsured.

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Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program

Individuals who are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol can get support at an adult program in Illinois. Designed for men and women over the age of 18, these programs offer rehabilitation treatment and recovery services.

Alcoholism

Each alcohol rehab in Illinois is unique, but most include three basic aspects of treatment: medical detox, psychotherapy, and medication. Through these methods, participants receive treatment for the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of alcohol use disorder.

Men's Rehab

Men’s rehab in Illinois typically includes individual, group, and family therapies. Group sessions are conducted with men only, which encourages greater vulnerability and sharing opportunities among participants.

Women's Rehab

Women who have substance use disorders are more likely than men to have co-occurring mental health disorders. Women’s rehab in Illinois often provides treatment for dual diagnosis, so women can get help for their addiction and disorders such as anxiety or depression.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

In Illinois, cognitive behavioral therapy is an effective method for addiction treatment. It teaches effective communication skills, provides tools to help people improve mood, and empowers participants to dismiss insecurities that can lead to substance abuse.

Drug Rehab

Drug rehab in Illinois is designed to help men and women recover from drug addiction. The length of the program and its intensity vary, based on the individual’s needs. It’s important to find the right program to suit your unique situation and challenges.

Rational Behavior Therapy (RBT)

Many substance abuse treatment plans include rational emotive behavioral therapy in Illinois. This treatment replaces negative decisions with healthy ones, helps prevent relapse, provides conflict-resolution skills, and improves interpersonal relationships.

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an integrative, community-based care strategy designed to address the needs of persons with severe and/or complex mental illness or behavioral disorders. ACT is typically provided by a multidisciplinary team of medical and mental health care providers, social workers, therapists, and other specialists, including addiction recovery professionals. These services are frequently provided in the home and community to clients in crisis, those who are clinically unstable, and those who are unable or unwilling to travel to a hospital or clinic for in-person treatment.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab in Illinois may be brief or long-term, depending on the individual. During this time, you will maintain membership in a support group as well as attend one-on-one counseling sessions. The focus is ongoing development of life skills that will prevent relapse.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

An Illinois dual diagnosis program treats both your mental health and recovery needs. Psychiatrists and addiction specialists work together to address co-occurring disorders, such as depression, anxiety, or ADHD.

Inpatient Rehab

Inpatient rehab in Illinois features intensive clinical supervision and a highly structured and supportive environment, meaning this level of care is especially well suited for clients just beginning their recovery journey and those at risk of relapse.

Detox & MAT

The first step toward a drug-free future is typically detox. This initial phase of drug rehab in Illinois can last up to a week. During this time, addictive substances are slowly and safely cleansed from your body.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) in Illinois are often a good fit for those who have work or family obligations that would otherwise exclude them from participating in an inpatient program. PHPs typically require an average treatment commitment of five to seven onsite visits a week, each ranging from four to eight hours in length.

Accepted Insurance

Ascension Mercy Hospital works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Medicaid
Medicare

Contact Information

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1325 N Highland Ave
Aurora, IL 60506

Fact checked and written by:
Gayle Morris, BSN, MSN
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD

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