Dayton VA Medical Center

4100 West 3rd Street Dayton, OH 45428
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Dayton VA Medical Center OH 45428

About Dayton VA Medical Center

Dayton VA Medical Center provides comprehensive mental health and addiction recovery services for military personnel, veterans, and families in Dayton, Ohio, including telehealth care, medically supervised detox, and inpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), general outpatient (OP), sober living, and aftercare programming. Specialized services are available for adolescents, young adults, seniors, LGBTQ+ persons, homeless and indigent persons, persons with hearing impairment, and persons with co-occurring disorders. They are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF.

Clients receiving care at Dayton VA Medical Center are given a complete medical and mental health assessment and personalized care plan. Additional services include crisis intervention and patient stabilization and complete case management.

Their inpatient programs are designed for clients who require round-the-clock clinical supervision and high-level structure and support, including those in early recovery or at an elevated relapse risk. Clients undergoing detox may be prescribed FDA-approved medications to ease withdrawal symptoms and prevent complications. Clients engage in intensive individual, group, and family counseling and robust, recovery-focused life skills training addressing topics such as coping, self-care, medication management, and relapse prevention. Evidence-based complementary therapies are available, including medication, yoga, and fitness and experiential therapy.

Their outpatient programs encompass multiple levels of care to align with clients’ evolving needs. Aftercare services may include step-down support, 12 step program facilitation, housing and employment assistance, and referrals for additional services.

In addition to military insurance, Dayton VA Medical Center accepts many major insurance plans, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, United Healthcare, and Kaiser Permanente. They may also accept Beacon, Ambetter, ComPsych, and others. Out of network benefits vary. Check with your provider to verify coverage.

Latest Reviews

Todd Kidd
3 weeks ago on Google
5
I went to the ER. Took me less than 5 minutes to get checked in, verses a half hours paper work to check in and 3 hours sitting in the waiting room to be seen. 5 minutes later they were taking me back to be tended to. Staff was pleasant, and friendly. I was treated with the utmost respect. Until today I did not know that all my needs could be met thru the VA. I was very naive about being able to use the VA medical center. Even though I am a veteran, I didn't think I qualified for medical services. They got the ball rolling on fixing my health issues. I will never go to a civilian hospital again, knock on wood.
Yemoni Huguely
3 weeks ago on Google
1
Don t trust your loved ones with the nursing home care on the fifth floor. They treat you with contempt and vitriol for asking for the proper care for your loved ones. I wouldn t trust them with my dog. Karen Smith, Joel Jeh, Esther akerele, Imamura yoichi did nothing to help my father.My father, a Vietnam War veteran and former employee of this VA hospital, received substandard care after being transferred here. The staff were dismissive, unprofessional, and unresponsive to his critical medical needs, including IV hydration after a period of NPO. The physician on duty repeatedly stated, I don t know, to basic questions about my father s care plan, appearing more focused on protecting himself legally than addressing urgent concerns.Staff members spoke in a language we couldn t understand while ignoring our concerns, which felt disrespectful and unprofessional. When we raised issues about aggressive handling of my father, staff escalated the situation by calling VA police instead of resolving it. The police were more helpful than the medical staff, which is deeply concerning.This facility failed to provide the care and respect my father deserves as a veteran. The lack of accountability and urgency made us fear for his safety. I cannot recommend this facility for any veteran needing attentive, quality care.
Steven Burchett
1 month ago on Google
5
It s a beautiful campus
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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
inpatient iconInpatient
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs are designed to ensure clients receive continuing care while in the maintenance phase of recovery. Some clients may be in outpatient treatment, which is generally considered to be an element of drug rehab aftercare. The specific services provided in these programs are often determined by the client's case manager and care team in consultation with the client. Common services include peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
During initial recovery, withdrawal from alcohol, opiates, and benzodiazepines can involve high health risk. Attempting detox outside of 24-hour clinical care in Ohio is not recommended. This can be life-threatening because medical staff are not available to treat severe symptoms of withdrawal that often occur. Such symptoms can include seizures, delirium tremens, and extreme dehydration. In a clinical setting, staff are on-site to immediately care for your physical, emotional, and mental health needs.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in Ohio provides comprehensive treatment to address the physical and psychological needs of those struggling with substance use disorders. This may involve inpatient and/or outpatient care.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 73696

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 2519

Contact Information

Phone icon (937) 268-6511
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4100 West 3rd Street
Dayton, OH 45428

Fact checked and written by:
Terri Beth Miller, PhD
Edited by:
Quentin Blount

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3.9 (282 reviews)
Todd Kidd
3 weeks ago
5

I went to the ER. Took me less than 5 minutes to get checked in, verses a half hours paper work to check in and 3 hours sitting in the waiting room to be seen. 5 minutes later they were taking me back to be tended to. Staff was pleasant, and friendly. I was treated with the utmost respect. Until today I did not know that all my needs could be met thru the VA. I was very naive about being able to use the VA medical center. Even though I am a veteran, I didn't think I qualified for medical services. They got the ball rolling on fixing my health issues. I will never go to a civilian hospital again, knock on wood.

Yemoni Huguely
3 weeks ago
1

Don t trust your loved ones with the nursing home care on the fifth floor. They treat you with contempt and vitriol for asking for the proper care for your loved ones. I wouldn t trust them with my dog. Karen Smith, Joel Jeh, Esther akerele, Imamura yoichi did nothing to help my father.My father, a Vietnam War veteran and former employee of this VA hospital, received substandard care after being transferred here. The staff were dismissive, unprofessional, and unresponsive to his critical medical needs, including IV hydration after a period of NPO. The physician on duty repeatedly stated, I don t know, to basic questions about my father s care plan, appearing more focused on protecting himself legally than addressing urgent concerns.Staff members spoke in a language we couldn t understand while ignoring our concerns, which felt disrespectful and unprofessional. When we raised issues about aggressive handling of my father, staff escalated the situation by calling VA police instead of resolving it. The police were more helpful than the medical staff, which is deeply concerning.This facility failed to provide the care and respect my father deserves as a veteran. The lack of accountability and urgency made us fear for his safety. I cannot recommend this facility for any veteran needing attentive, quality care.

Steven Burchett
1 month ago
5

It s a beautiful campus

Shawn Mcclellon
1 month ago
5

Nicole
1 month ago
5

Great people

Amy
2 months ago
1

Horrible service! My brother has been through hell there! Our veterans deserve better!!!

Tim Farney
3 months ago
4

I have always been well treated by everyone at VA

Michael Hovey
3 months ago
1

Honestly it depends on who is President on how they care. Sad but true. Nothing like everyone who works there acting like they are doing you a favor when you ask them to do their job. Get better VA we veterans deserve better.I was told to wear wider shoes that's why my toes are numb all the time. I thought so y'all want to also look like a clown. Instead of blowing up I just said okay thank you. Hung up called my Congressman. I absolutely hate going here for medical "treatment" and I use the word treatment very loosely.

Kellie Jonas
4 months ago
1

Beware women veterans, Dayton VA Medical Center is NOT safe for you.

David Westgerdes
4 months ago
1

Jordan Yoder
5 months ago
5

Great campus area. The VA hospital itself is fully equipped. You will find a helpful information desk as soon as you enter the building. There is a cantina which has all sorts of service memorabilia shoes and basic needs things. A wonderful caf� is right across the hallway. You will find many of the staff there to be very helpful and accommodating

naomi miller
7 months ago
5

Eggcellent staff.. especially at Domiciliary ... ICU, floor staff, and nurses... Thank you

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