Ventura County Behavioral Health: Fillmore Center for Substance Use Treatment Services
The Fillmore Center, part of Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) Substance Use Services, offers essential and accessible treatment programs for individuals grappling with substance use challenges. Located in Fillmore, CA, the center is committed to providing a comprehensive continuum of care designed to help clients achieve and sustain recovery.
Comprehensive and Accessible Care
VCBH Substance Use Services operates with the understanding that recovery is a highly personal journey requiring varied and flexible treatment options. The Fillmore Center provides specialized Substance Use Services, ensuring that residents of Ventura County have local access to professional support. Their approach emphasizes a full spectrum of treatment modalities, catering to diverse individual needs and severities of substance use problems.
Affordability and Support
A core mission of Ventura County Behavioral Health is to remove barriers to treatment, especially financial ones. The Fillmore Center offers services on a no-cost or low-cost basis, operating on a sliding scale determined by the client’s financial situation. Critically, treatment services are provided free of charge for all individuals under the age of 18, ensuring that youth receive the necessary intervention without financial hardship. For immediate assistance or crisis support, the VCBH Access/Crisis Line is available 24/7.
Location and Contact Information
The facility is situated at 828 West Ventura Street in Fillmore, CA. Clients can reach the Substance Use Services team by phone during business hours. The center maintains regular operational hours throughout the week to accommodate clients’ schedules, generally opening at 8:00 am and closing in the late afternoon or early evening, ensuring flexibility for those seeking treatment while managing work or family commitments. Note that the center is typically closed on weekends.
Services Provided
VCBH is dedicated to offering a broad array of treatment options that promote recovery and long-term wellness. These services are detailed in the Substance Use Treatment Services Handbook and Provider Directories available through VCBH.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What types of substance use problems are treated at the Fillmore Center?
The center provides a wide range of treatment options within a continuum of care for various substance use problems, aiming to meet diverse recovery needs.
- Are the services offered at the Fillmore Center free?
Services are provided at no cost or low cost, using a sliding scale based on need. Treatment is entirely free for all individuals under the age of 18.
- Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in for services?
It is generally recommended to call the Substance Use Services number to discuss your needs and access options. For immediate crisis or access to services, contact the VCBH Access/Crisis Line at 1-866-998-2243.
