Substance Use Treatment
Lawndale Christian Health Center (LCHC) offers specialized treatment for patients with a substance use disorder (SUD). Many of their Providers have received certification to offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which is available at all clinic sites. MAT combines the use of medication and behavioral health therapies to treat SUD, sustain recovery, and prevent overdose. LCHC's Recovery Community meets in The Gallery (3824 W Ogden Ave) and offers group therapy and activities for patients on their recovery journey. Walk-ins are welcome. Visit the website to see the Recovery Community's schedule and activities.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
Unknown
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211 Metro Chicago
Location
3851 West Ogden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623
Voice
Voice
Hours
Mon 8:30am - 4:00pm; Tue 8:30am - 4:00pm; Wed 8:30am - 4:00pm; Thu 8:30am - 4:00pm; Fri 8:30am - 4:00pm;
Application process
New patients are encouraged to walk-in to Recovery Community at 8:45am. After participating in a therapy group, they will have a brief visit with a counselor and receive a same-day appointment with a medical provider to start medication (like Suboxone or Vivitrol) for Opioid Use Disorder, if desired.
Eligibility
Recovery Community offers behavioral health groups for anyone who is in the process of recovery from heroin or opioid addiction.
Languages
English
Service area
Chicago, IL
Agency info
Lawndale Christian Health Center
Lawndale Christian Health Center (LCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that operates a comprehensive range of healthcare in the Lawndale area. A sliding scale for services is available based on income and family size.In addition to their primary care services, LCHC offers current patients further services such as dental care, optometry, an immediate care clinic, specialist services, weekly fresh produce (Veggie Rx), and free or reduced price gym membership (Fitness Rx).