Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center
8201 Mish Ko Swen Drive
Crandon, WI 54520

About Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center
Located in the beautiful wilderness setting of Crandon, Wisconsin, is the Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center. The center is for Native Americans and their families, as well as others living in the local community. Providers use both modern and traditional treatments for substance use and mental health disorders.
Treating Substance Use Through Traditional Values in Forest County
One unique aspect of the substance use treatment program I noticed is the incorporation of traditions and values. The treatment is culturally sensitive and Native American spirituality is integrated with modern treatment modalities for Natives and non-Natives. This includes the understanding that all things have life, importance, and spiritual energy. There is reverence and respect for everything and all things are connected.
Some traditions I thought were cool include smudging for purification, which involves burning specific herbs like sage and sweetgrass. The burning herbs banish negative thoughts and emotions and encourage renewal and peace. This is a spiritual and sacred ceremony. Other traditional ceremonies include talking circles where people share life experiences, storytelling from elders, and sweat lodges for purification.
The substance use treatment program also includes the 12 Step recovery process, educational talks, individual and group therapy, and family participation.
Mental Health Treatment for Tribal Members in Scenic Crandon
The mental health treatment at the center is also culturally sensitive to Native Americans and those in the surrounding community. They treat adults, adolescents, and children. You can get medication management, grief counseling, individual and family therapy, couples counseling, and anger management in addition.
There are many additional supportive services for Forest County Potawatomi Tribal Members and Native Americans within 10 miles of the reservation. These include child care services and services for the safety, welfare, and health of the Tribe’s children.
Community advocates are available around the clock for help with those affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. Tribal members may seek assistance with employment through the economic support department. There is a family resource center and an Indian child welfare center for Tribal members.
Amenities

Private Rehab
Private drug rehab provides a comfortable, secure environment that allows you to focus on doing the work to ge...t your life back on track. Benefits include a higher staff-to-client ratio, increased one-on-one time with therapists and healthcare providers, private rooms for clients, and customized forms of therapy.
Wilderness Setting
Wilderness rehab programs offer all the benefits of a traditional drug rehab, but with the added benefits of o...utdoor adventure. Venture out into the forest to learn new skills, explore the beauty of nature, and relieve stress. Engaging in wilderness activities is a great way to gain self-discovery and release negative emotions.Addiction Treatment Programs
Adult Program
Each adult program in Wisconsin is unique, but most use common treatment methods. A combination of social support, medication, and therapies provide the interventions needed to help participants achieve recovery.Alcoholism
Alcohol rehab in Wisconsin provides treatment for alcohol use disorder. Those struggling with excessive alcohol use and related consequences receive interventions, support, and tools to address these issues and move forward on their recovery journey.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy in Wisconsin can be an effective treatment method for substance use disorders. Treatment techniques, which can be used in individual and group settings, include relapse prevention, motivational interventions, and coping strategies.Men's Rehab
During men’s rehab in Wisconsin, men can be more vulnerable. Gender-specific treatment helps them feel free to speak openly about their experiences and emotions. Participants also meet other men who understand what they’re going through.Opioid Treatment
Effective opioid rehab in Wisconsin includes medical detox, co-occurring disorder treatment, behavioral therapy, and aftercare. Often, a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and medication assisted treatment is helpful.Senior Drug & Alcohol Rehab
The challenges related to substance abuse vary depending on life stage and an individual’s physical and mental health. Elderly rehab in Wisconsin is tailored to meet the needs of seniors, wherever they are on the health spectrum.Women's Rehab
Women face different pressures and challenges than men. Women’s rehab in Wisconsin acknowledges these differences and provides addiction treatment specifically for women.Teen & Adolescent Program
Individuals in their late teens and early twenties can find help for addiction at a young adult program in Wisconsin. These settings provide a comfortable, safe atmosphere where young adults feel at ease and treatment is customized to meet their unique needs.Levels of Care
Detox & MAT
When you undergo detox in Wisconsin, you receive 24/7 care as medical professionals help your body rid itself ...of all addictive substances. This process varies in length, depending on history of use and drug type.Outpatient Rehab
Compared to inpatient treatment, outpatient rehab in Wisconsin requires less time commitment. You’ll attend ...a few hours of treatment per week as well as support group meetings such as AA or NA. There is no set timeline for completion, but many people remain in outpatient rehab for several months.Aftercare & Alumni Program
Recovery is a life-long process. Aftercare rehab in Wisconsin sets you up for success on this journey. It begi...ns after initial treatment ends and continues to provide support as you start on your new sober path. Ongoing counseling, career guidance, financial support, and other practical resources help you stay on the right track.Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health
Experts in mental health and addiction integrate their services to provide dual diagnosis treatment in Wiscons...in. This treatment is designed for anyone who has both a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety.Accreditations

SAMHSA
Insurance
Financial Aid
If you need help covering the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Wisconsin, financial aid may be an option. Fin...ancial assistance options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.
Medicaid Accepted
If eligible, you could get coverage for alcohol and drug rehab in Wisconsin under the state Medicaid plan, Bad...gerCare Plus. Coverage through Medicaid may vary, but it can provide support for the cost of alcohol and drug rehab, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more.
Medicare Accepted
If you're eligible for Medicare, you may have options available to help cover the cost of alcohol and drug reh...ab in Wisconsin. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.
TRICARE
Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for ac...tive and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.
Private Insurance
If you have private insurance, you can use it to help cover the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Wisconsin. T...he extent of coverage may depend on your policy and whether the treatment center is in-network or out-of-network. You may be left with some costs like a co-payment, or co-insurance. Check with your insurer for more information.
Self-Pay Options
Self-pay options for alcohol and drug rehab in Wisconsin, known as self-pay or private pay, gives you control ...over the cost of your recovery journey and access to all levels of care — including detox in Wisconsin, and inpatient rehab in Wisconsin — because you are not restricted by the limitations of insurers or state-run programs.Contact Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center

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