Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Acute Care

Overview

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Acute Care in Gainesville offers specialized services for individuals facing acute mental health crises or severe substance use disorders. Catering to both adults and adolescents, the facility provides medically supervised inpatient detoxification to ensure safety and comfort during withdrawal. Their Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) delivers short-term intensive treatment with 24-hour monitoring by a multidisciplinary team. Amenities include comfortable inpatient facilities, access to recreational activities, and daily nutritional meals. The staff, trained in trauma-informed care, includes psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and case managers. The center boasts a warm environment that emphasizes dignity and respect while promoting health and recovery through compassionate care tailored to individual needs. Community-based programs offer continued support post-discharge for long-term recovery success. 2-star Google review rating with 120+ reviews. Patients have mixed reviews about Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Acute Care. Some appreciate the caring staff and the positive impact on their mental health, while others report long wait times, difficulty reaching staff, and feeling mistreated. Consider these factors when deciding if this facility is right for you. They accept many private insurance providers including Anthem, Aetna, Carelon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, ComPsych, Humana, MHN, Optum, UnitedHealthcare. Low-cost facility ($): Affordable or free with insurance. Payment assistance likely available.