Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center
900 Lark Dr Albany, NY 12207
About Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center is a comprehensive addiction treatment center in Albany, New York.
This center provides a continuum of outpatient services including intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and partial hospitalization programs (PHP). The facility is dedicated to serving diverse populations such as pregnant women and those with co-occurring disorders. Their integrated mission focuses on equitable access to care that combines medical, behavioral and substance use treatment regardless of a client's ability to pay.
Treatments and Therapies to Expect
Treatment often begins with a comprehensive assessment to determine the right level of care which includes a certified methadone maintenance treatment program (MMTP) for opioid use disorder. Clients have access to medication assisted treatment (MAT) utilizing methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone to manage cravings and support stability.
Participants engage in evidence based therapies and trauma informed counseling through individual, group and family sessions. The program also emphasizes total health by offering integrated case management, HIV and hepatitis screenings and mental health support for dual diagnosis clients.
Key Facts About This Albany Facility
- Location: Albany, New York in the Warehouse District on Dewitt Street
- Levels of care: Outpatient, IOP, PHP and methadone maintenance
- Who they treat: Adults, pregnant and postpartum women, Spanish speaking clients and individuals with HIV/AIDS.
- Approach: Integrated care model utilizing trauma-informed methods and harm reduction.
- Payment options: Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance and a sliding fee scale for the uninsured.
- Key features: Multilingual staff, on-site medical and dental integration and expanded counseling spaces.
Starting Recovery in Albany
To begin treatment at Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center, prospective clients should schedule an appointment for an intake and health assessment. The admissions staff can help navigate payment options including the sliding fee scale to ensure cost is not a barrier to recovery in Albany.
Reach out to the clinic today to verify insurance coverage or to book an initial consultation.