Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
820 South Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60612

About Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, offers a variety of services, including substance addiction and mental health issues for veterans, military personnel, and their families. The addiction treatment program specializes in helping those with substance use challenges, and it is accredited by The Joint Commission and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), emphasizing a commitment to high-quality standards and safety.
They offer counseling services, and you can attend individual and group sessions. These meetings help you identify the causes of your addiction problem and develop coping strategies and skills to avoid potential relapse.
The VA includes different avenues to help you with addiction, including medication assisted treatment to reduce drug cravings and help manage uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Evidence-based therapies are effective for meeting you anywhere on your recovery journey and offering you the tools and support you need to become and stay sober. They’re LGBTQ+ inclusive and have supportive treatment options that align with your lifestyle and preferences. To make treatment accommodating, they have in-person, online, and telehealth options available.
Amenities
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.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.LGBTQ Friendly 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.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.Rehab For Veterans
Veteran’s rehab in Illinois is specialized addiction recovery that is dedicated to military Veterans. Treatment often addresses substance use and common co-occurring mental health disorders.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.Teen & Adolescent Program
Some of the most common services offered in a young adult program in Illinois include individual and group counseling, medication management, educational courses, and 12-step programs. These programs are tailored to address the challenges of this stage of life.Levels of Care
Accreditations

SAMHSA

Joint Commission

CARF
Insurance
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