FLDOH – St. Johns County Health Department

200 San Sebastian View
Saint Augustine, FL 32084

Saint Augustine, Florida

904-506-6081

About FLDOH – St. Johns County Health Department

St. Johns County Health Department operates out of St. Augustine in Northeast Florida. The area is rapidly growing and known for its historic, coastal charm, affluent communities and top-rated schools. The county was founded in 1821. Its county seat, St Augustine, is the oldest city in the U.S.

Substance Use Treatment and Prevention

St Johns County Health Department offers a variety of programs and services to the community, including a range of clinical services for immunizations and family planning. I saw that the community health initiatives include those against human trafficking and opioid addiction and prevention. Other initiatives include adverse childhood experiences and HIV programs.

Substance use disorders and addictions can increase the risk of each of these public health threats. Their website contains information about when prescriptions for opioids become a problem, how to recognize issues and prevent an opioid related death by obtaining naloxone, also called Narcan, to stop an overdose.

Central Location for List of Local Resources

They list many of the local resources for drug addiction treatment in St Johns County and offer medication alternatives to opioids for pain treatment to help prevent opioid related drug abuse. I know that drug addiction increases your risk of poor physical health, infectious diseases, poor nutrition and your vulnerability to human trafficking. St John's County Health Department provides access to information and help to prevent these issues.

Amenities

Private Rehab

Private drug rehab provides a comfortable, secure environment that allows you to focus on doing the work to get 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.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program

Treatment at an adult program in Florida addresses the needs of each individual as they work toward recovery. Programs are designed for men and women ages 18 and up, and include a variety of treatment protocols to match the severity of the addiction, type of substance, and personal situation.

Alcoholism

Each alcohol rehab in Florida offers unique amenities and approaches, but most follow the same general guidelines. Treatment includes detox, rehabilitation, and maintenance. This is a proven approach to provide the greatest results for long-term recovery.

Men's Rehab

Gender-specific addiction treatment gives men who are struggling with substance use disorders a connection point to other men with similar struggles. This common ground can make a huge impact on men’s rehab in Florida.

Opioid Treatment

Opioid rehab in Florida provides the care you need to help you safely and comfortably navigate a path to recovery. Treatment addresses both emotional and physical aspects of addiction, offering individualized tracks and custom programs.

Women's Rehab

Often, women who have a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring disorder. Women’s rehab in Florida often addresses both the addiction and mental health disorder with dual diagnosis treatment.

Teen & Adolescent Program

Young adults often develop addiction for different reasons than older individuals. That’s why a young adult program in Florida focuses on the unique pressures, needs, and challenges faced by young adults.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab in Florida focuses on relapse prevention and long-term recovery. It typically includes several counseling sessions per week as well as membership in a support group such as NA or AA. This treatment can last several weeks or several months, based on your ongoing needs.

Aftercare & Alumni Program

During initial rehab treatment, you learn how to get sober. Aftercare rehab in Florida helps you learn how to stay sober. Through ongoing counseling, support groups, and life coaching, you’ll develop skills to maintain sobriety as you live a successful life in recovery. This support may last up to a year or more, to keep you on the right track.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

If you are struggling with both an addiction and a mental health disorder, treatment for dual diagnosis in Florida is necessary for successful recovery. This multidisciplinary approach treats both substance abuse and co-occurring disorders such as bipolar disorder, eating disorders, depression, or anxiety.

Payment Options

Financial Aid

If you require financial assistance for alcohol and drug rehab in Florida, financial aid may be available. Financial aid options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.

Payment Plans & Financing

For those who are underinsured or uninsured, paying the total cost of a rehab program up front is not feasible. Fortunately, many alcohol and drug rehabs make financing available to potential clients through private loans, in-house payment plans, or partner lenders. You can choose a finance package that lets you start treatment immediately and pay for it later.

Medicaid Accepted

If eligible for Medicaid, coverage can aid in lowering the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Florida. Medicaid coverage varies, but it can cover all levels of care, from detox to inpatient rehab and more.

Private Insurance

Private insurance coverage helps with the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Florida; however the extent of coverage may depend on your rehab insurance policy and if the treatment center is in their network. It's possible you may need to pay co-payments or co-insurance fees. Check with your insurer for more information.

Self-Pay Options

Choosing self-pay options for alcohol and drug rehab in Florida means you are personally responsible for paying some or all of the costs of treatment. Examples include paying in cash, using a credit card, or taking out a personal or medical loan.

Sliding Scale Payment

If paying the full cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Florida is not feasible, a sliding scale payment plan may provide a solution. Clients are charged based upon their individual treatment needs and what they can reasonably afford to pay. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.

Accreditations

CARF: Yes

Accepted Insurance

FLDOH – St. Johns County Health Department works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.