Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Acute Care

24/7 Acute Residential Detox and Stabilization

Meridian’s Alachua County Acute Care is a licensed Addictions Receiving Facility (ARF), providing immediate, short-term care for adults experiencing a substance use crisis. The program offers medically supervised detox and acute stabilization around the clock, addressing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines. With continuous monitoring, clients receive safe, compassionate support in a structured, hospital-based environment designed to help them stabilize before moving into ongoing treatment.

Integrated Treatment and Trauma-Informed Support

Care at Meridian focuses on treating both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions together. Evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and trauma-related counseling, help clients build coping skills that support long-term recovery. The facility provides individual, group, and family counseling, and offers specialized programming for adults with complex needs, including pregnant and postpartum women, trauma survivors, individuals with HIV, and people involved in the justice system.

Medications for Addiction and Mental Health Treatment

Medications are used to support stabilization and recovery when clinically appropriate. Options include buprenorphine, naltrexone (oral and extended-release), lofexidine, and clonidine. These may be combined with therapy to ease withdrawal and reduce cravings. The facility also provides medications for co-occurring mental health disorders and nicotine cessation support, creating a holistic approach to recovery that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of addiction.

Recovery Planning and Community Access

Recovery support begins early in treatment. Staff provide naloxone education, case management, and assistance connecting to community resources for ongoing care. Clients receive education on substance use and healthy living to help strengthen recovery after discharge. As a nonprofit organization, Meridian accepts Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurance, and offers a sliding-fee scale for those paying out of pocket. The facility maintains a smoke-free and vape-free environment, with accommodations that promote safety and comfort throughout the detox process.