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Alcohol & Drug Rehabs in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Allentown, PA, is part of Lehigh County in the Eastern part of Pennsylvania. Since the beginning of 2022, Lehigh County has had 69 accidental drug overdose deaths. In 2021, there were 183 overdose deaths. Overdoses can be prevented, which is why the Good Samaritan Immunity Law was adopted. It protects people from facing prosecution for drug-related crimes if they call 911 or seek help for themselves or someone else who is overdosing. Accredited alcohol and drug rehab centers in Allentown can help with the drug epidemic by offering services to those struggling with addiction. There are free and low-cost options, as well as ones that accept Medicare and Medicaid.
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KidsPeace Community Programs Allentown

KidsPeace Community Programs Allentown

801 East Green Street

Allentown, PA 18109

610-799-8910 Outpatient   Medicaid   Private  
Phoenix Training Institute

Phoenix Training Institute

1147 Liberty Street

Allentown, PA 18102

610-737-0499 Outpatient   Private  
Treatment Trends Confront Program Treating Addiction

Treatment Trends Confront Program Treating Addiction

1130 Walnut Street

Allentown, PA 18102

610-433-0148 Detox   Outpatient   Medicaid  
Treatment Trends Keenan House

Treatment Trends Keenan House

18 South 6th Street

Allentown, PA 18101

610-439-8479 Detox   Inpatient   Medicaid  
Crossroads Allentown

Crossroads Allentown

3050 Hamilton Blvd

Allentown, PA 18103

800-805-6989 Detox   Inpatient   Outpatient   Private  
Lehigh County Drug & Alcohol

Lehigh County Drug & Alcohol

17 S 7th St

Allentown, PA 18101

484-362-0000 Detox   Inpatient   Outpatient   Private  
Brookdale Premier Addiction Recovery

Brookdale Premier Addiction Recovery

2455 Back Mountain Rd

Allentown, PA 18355

888-374-0138 Detox   Inpatient   Outpatient   Private  
Abraxas  Lehigh Valley Community Programs

Abraxas Lehigh Valley Community Programs

1444 West Hamilton Street Suite 104

Allentown, PA 18102

610-432-0106 Inpatient   Medicaid  
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

850 S 5th St

Allentown, PA 18103

888-447-3422 Detox   Inpatient   Outpatient   Private  
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems Allentown

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems Allentown

1245 South Cedar Crest Boulevard Suite 303

Allentown, PA 18103

610-435-4151 Inpatient   Outpatient   Medicaid   Private  
Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse

1031 Linden Street Suite 202

Allentown, PA 18102

610-437-0801 Outpatient   Medicaid   Private  
Treatment Trends Halfway Home

Treatment Trends Halfway Home

24 South 5th Street

Allentown, PA 18101

610-439-0218 Inpatient   Outpatient   Medicaid   Private  
St Lukes Behavioral Health Inpatient Adult Unit Allentown

St Lukes Behavioral Health Inpatient Adult Unit Allentown

421 West Chew Street

Allentown, PA 18102

866-785-8537 Inpatient   Medicaid   Private  

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A new program was recently funded in Leigh County to allow some inmates incarcerated in county jails to continue receiving medication for opioid use withdrawal while in custody. Access to such medications has typically been limited or non-existent in jails and prisons, and the outcome has been a painful, forced withdrawal and an increase in opioid overdoses following release. Once this inhumane, dangerous, and unacceptable practice of withholding medication is corrected, lives will be saved.

~ Rita Milios

Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Allentown, PA

Alcohol misuse affects adults and youths in Allentown. According to the PA Liquor Control Board’s report on youth, an average of 42% of Lehigh County youths have consumed alcohol. The report also shows:3

Results of the most recent Healthy People 2030 Report on Lehigh County adults revealed:4

A final statistic about Lehigh County residents shows recovery treatment is a big need:1

Paying for Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Allentown

Making quality treatment accessible to everyone is a priority. Lehigh County opened three addiction treatment centers to offer free or low-cost services to those who qualify. The county also contracts with existing Allentown drug rehabs and Lehigh County alcohol rehabs to provide funding for people who need treatment but cannot afford it.5

Services available at any stage of a substance use disorder include long-term and short-term inpatient and outpatient programs, transitional living, prevention, and intervention. The Lehigh County drug rehabs for adults are the Allentown Center for Recovery and Change on Hamilton. For youths, the county created the REACH LV Youth Recovery Center.5

Medicaid and Medicare 

allentown pennsylvania city imageAs you enter the treatment process, you may find that you qualify for help from Medicaid or Medicare. For anyone already receiving Medicaid or Medicare, you must know most plans offer excellent coverage for inpatient and outpatient treatment if you receive treatment from accredited Allentown drug rehabs that accept Medicaid or Medicare.

Medicaid, also called Medical Assistance, qualification requirements include meeting a percentage of the poverty level income in Pennsylvania. Other requirements include being a resident of Pennsylvania, a citizen of the United States, and having a certain number of people in your household.6

For example, if your household has three children between the ages of 6 to 19, your monthly income cannot be higher than $2,553 to qualify for Medicaid.

Medicare is an insurance program for those 65 and over or those under 65 with a disability. Medicare is divided into parts A, B, C, and D, with additional Medicare savings program options. Medicare Part A covers your inpatient drug rehab in Allentown stays, and Part B covers outpatient services. Part C is a combination plan of A and B, while part D covers prescription costs.7

Medicare requires meeting monthly premiums and copays, but for many, this cost is very low, or there is no cost.

Private Insurance

Private insurance plans are accepted at many Allentown alcohol rehabs and drug rehabs. Standard private insurance plans include Cigna, Geisinger, Highmark, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Ambetter, among others. Private insurance varies greatly, depending on your individual needs. Most require monthly premiums, deductibles, and copays.

Some quality treatment centers, like the Allentown Comprehensive Treatment Center, accept commercial insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare and have self-pay options.

It is essential to check with your insurance company about the recovery centers within your plan’s network. You also want to ask your insurer about the services covered. Most drug rehabs in Allentown offer behavioral therapy, medication assistance, peer support groups, and family therapy with licensed professionals.

Sometimes trying to match a treatment program with your payment options can get confusing. You can call us anytime to help you figure out where to go for help. We can also answer other questions about receiving treatment in Allentown.

Levels of Care for Rehabs in Pennsylvania

Several levels of substance abuse care are available to effectively meet each Pennsylvanian’s recovery needs.

Alcohol and Drug Detoxification

Detox is the process of safely removing drugs or alcohol from your system. This occurs in a supervised setting, such as a hospital or inpatient rehab, so professionals can comfortably manage your withdrawal symptoms.

Inpatient Care

Residential or inpatient treatment involves living at a rehab facility under 24/7 supervision and care. Treatment services usually include individual and group therapy, nutritional counseling, experiential therapies, and medication.

Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs)

PHPs allow you to live at home while receiving addiction treatment at a hospital. Treatment methods may be similar to inpatient rehab, but you can return home during non-treatment hours.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs)

A step down from a PHP, IOPs allow you to attend a few hours of counseling each week, spread out over several days. You can spend the rest of your time at home, working, or fulfilling other obligations.

Standard Outpatient

As the least intensive treatment option, standard outpatient care involves just one to two hours of treatment per week. Because it has the least oversight and supervision, this level of treatment is typically appropriate for highly motivated people who have a strong support system.

Relapse Prevention

Relapse Prevention, also known as aftercare, begins when you complete an Allentown drug rehab program. It includes ongoing support and encouragement through 12-step groups, non-12-step groups like SMART Recovery, ongoing therapy, sober living homes, and more. Aftercare is an important part of relapse prevention.

Pennsylvania Alcohol and Drug Laws

Pennsylvania lawmakers have enacted the following policies related to substance use, treatment, and overdoses:1,2,3,4

Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative: LETI allows residents of participating Pennsylvania counties to contact law enforcement for help in identifying a rehab facility—without the threat of arrest. The initiative also allows law enforcement officers to guide individuals to treatment rather than divert them into the criminal justice system.

Good Samaritan Law: This law offers legal protection for certain drug crimes to Pennsylvania residents who seek medical attention or administer naloxone during a drug-related overdose. The law is designed to encourage Pennsylvanians to call for help by removing the threat of arrest for drug-related crimes. To receive immunity, Pennsylvanians must report the incident to emergency officials, give authorities identifying information, and stay with the overdose patient until first responders arrive. The law does not provide protection for crimes of delivery or distribution of drugs.

Naloxone Standing Order: This order allows pharmacists to dispense naloxone without a prescription.

Marijuana Laws: In Pennsylvania, marijuana is illegal for recreational use. Residents can apply for a medical marijuana card if they have a qualifying medical condition. Qualified patients can carry a 30-day supply of marijuana in a non-smokable form. Illegal possession of marijuana can lead to a 30-day imprisonment and a $500 fine. If the illegal possession is for more than 30 grams of marijuana, the penalties can include up to a year in prison and a $5,000 fine.

Resources

  1. PA Department of Health. 2022. Interactive Data Reports: Drug Overdose Surveillance.
  2. PA Department of Health. 2019. Good Samaritan Immunity.
  3. PA Liquor Control Board. 2019. Report on Underage and High-Risk Drinking.
  4. PA Department of Health. 2022. Healthy People 2030.
  5. Lehigh County, PA. 2022. Drug and Alcohol Abuse Services.
  6. PA Department of Human Services. 2022. Medical Assistance General Eligibility Requirements.
  7. PA Department of Aging. 2022. Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight.
  8. Discover Lehigh Valley. 2022. Allentown.

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