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Avita Community Partners - Behavioral Health

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150 Johnson Street Suite A, Dahlonega, GA, Georgia 30533
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Avita Community Partners: Dedicated Addiction Treatment and Behavioral Health Services in Northeast Georgia

Avita Community Partners is committed to providing comprehensive support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of addictive disease and mental illness within the Northeast Georgia region. Recognizing that substance use disorders are complex diseases affecting the body, mind, and spirit, Avita offers focused programs designed to facilitate lasting recovery and improve overall quality of life.

Comprehensive Services for Addictive Disease

Avita Community Partners offers a variety of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of those struggling with addiction. These services are delivered by a team of committed professionals who strive to offer compassionate, competent, and evidence-based care. The goal is to interrupt the isolation often associated with addiction and build a strong foundation for long-term health and sobriety.

For those requiring focused support, Avita provides Intensive Addiction Treatment Services (IATS) as well as general outpatient programs. These services are integrated with behavioral health support, acknowledging the frequent co-occurrence of mental health and substance use disorders.

Integrated Behavioral Health Support

A key element of treatment at Avita is the integration of behavioral health services. When individuals address both their mental health and substance use issues concurrently, they are often better equipped to manage crises, develop effective coping mechanisms, and maintain recovery. Avita offers specialized mental health programs, including those for adults, children, and adolescents, ensuring that support is available across all age groups.

Program Highlights:

  • Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Clinics
  • Child and Adolescent Services focused on building coping skills and communication techniques
  • 24/7 Crisis Hotline for immediate support
  • Specialized services for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
  • Services available in a 13-county region of Northeast Georgia, including Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties.

Focus on Community and Recovery

Avita emphasizes a service environment that is conducive to healing. By offering treatment locally, the organization helps foster relationships and community involvement, which are vital components of sustainable recovery. The team is dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on the individuals they serve, recognizing that treating one person can positively affect the entire community.

FAQs

What geographical area does Avita Community Partners serve?

Avita Community Partners serves the 13 counties of the Northeast Georgia region.

Does Avita offer crisis support?

Yes, Avita provides a 24/7 Crisis Hotline for immediate assistance.

Are services offered for both mental health and addiction?

Yes, Avita offers comprehensive behavioral health programs that include services for mental illness, addictive disease, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Does Avita provide services for youth?

Yes, Avita has specific Child and Adolescent programs designed to help youth and their families navigate challenges and crises.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
Intensive outpatient treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
Age Groups Accepted
Children/Adolescents
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Medicaid
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Payment Assistance Available
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Type of Opioid Treatment
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
External Opioid Medications Source
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Complete medical history/physical exam
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Treatment Approaches
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Motivational interviewing
Matrix Model
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Recovery Support Services
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Local, county, or community government
License/Certification/Accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP)
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adolescents
Young adults
Adult women
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Testing
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Metabolic syndrome monitoring
Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Other Services
Treatment for gambling disorder
Treatment for other addiction disorder
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Vocational training or educational support
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Language Services
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
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