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Minneapolis VA Healthcare System - Addiction Recovery Services

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Overview

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Minneapolis VA Healthcare System Addiction Recovery Services (ARS) offers tailored treatment for Veterans, integrating mental health and substance use care. Programs include individual, group, and couples therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and detox services for various substances. Flexible options, such as telehealth and intensive outpatient programs, support diverse needs. Peer-led groups and services for Veterans experiencing homelessness emphasize a community-focused approach.

Address

1 Veterans Drive, Unit 116A4
Minneapolis, MN 55417

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Special Programs

  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • Veterans

Veteran-Focused Addiction Recovery

  • Tailored treatment programs designed specifically for Veterans.
  • Integration of mental health and substance use disorder services.
  • Options for both inpatient and outpatient care, including telehealth services.

Comprehensive Therapy and Medication Support

  • Individual, couples, and group therapy sessions to support recovery.
  • Medication-assisted treatment, including methadone maintenance and naltrexone.
  • Detox services for alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, methamphetamines, and cocaine.
  • Specialized therapies, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Moral Reconation Therapy.

Flexible Care Options

  • Intensive outpatient programs for structured treatment with flexibility.
  • Peer support groups led by certified peer specialists.
  • Telehealth appointments to ensure accessibility for Veterans unable to attend in-person sessions.

Community-Centered Services

  • Support services for Veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk of housing instability.
  • Resources tailored to Veterans at every stage of recovery.
  • Programs addressing co-occurring mental health and addiction challenges.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • Some Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$ - Low Cost Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Fitness center
  • Access to nature

Room Amenities

  • Bathroom essentials
  • Desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Shared bathroom
  • TV

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Games
  • Movies
  • Secular meetings
  • Yoga

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

Ownership Type

  • Government (Department of Veterans Affairs)
  • Government (Federal)

Quality and Trust

The Joint Commission

The Joint Commission is one of the most trusted names in healthcare. If a rehab center has this accreditation, it means they meet strong national standards for safety, treatment quality, and staff training.

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SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program

This is a federal certification for programs that offer medication like methadone or buprenorphine to treat opioid addiction. It means the center is legally approved to provide this care, follows strict safety rules, and combines medication with counseling to support long-term recovery.

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Minneapolis VA Healthcare System
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