Methadone Clinic Garrison, NY

Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op

Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op is a methadone clinic in Garrison, NY. It is located in Putnam County at 21 Franciscan Way, 10524 zip. Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op provides outpatient treatment, regular outpatient treatment and outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment. Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op provides buprenorphine detox, relapse prevention from naltrexone and buprenorphine maintenance. Other than methadone treatment, Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op offers employment counseling or training, individual counseling and substance use education. Saint Christophers Inn Inc Msw Op provides medication-assisted services to men.

FAQs for a Methadone Clinic in Garrison, NY:

• What is the difference between suboxone and methadone treatment in Garrison?

  Treatment at a suboxone clinic in Garrison is often similar to the treatment received at a methadone clinic. Both of the medication assisted treatment options work by reducing narcotic and opioid cravings for those who are addicted. A big difference between suboxone and methadone is that suboxone can be prescribed by doctors, while methadone treatment needs to be received at a clinic.

• What other services are available at methadone clinics in Garrison?

  Services such as intervention, counseling, relapse prevention, behavior therapy and other support services are commonly found in methadone clinics throughout New York. A methadone clinic may be part of a larger addiction treatment center, and as such, may have all of the services found in Garrison drug rehabs.

• Do I need to make an appointment before receiving methadone treatment?

  Each methadone clinic in Garrison has its own policy about what patients they will take. However, most clinics will accept both walk-ins and those who have made a previous appointment. It is usually a good idea to call ahead of time just to confirm availability.

• Is methadone treatment in Garrison always done on a residential basis?

  The short answer is no. Methadone treatment services in Garrison are available both in residential format, also known as inpatient, as well as outpatient format. Having both options allows addicted individuals to choose whether inpatient or outpatient clinical treatment will work better for their lifestyle.

• What medication assisted treatment options are available in Garrison?

  There are a total of 3 medication assisted therapies that can be received in Garrison: methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone) and Naltrexone. All three are approved by the FDA for drug addiction treatment. Methadone is the one that is most commonly used in addiction clinics.