Meridian Sid Martin Bridge House

4400 SW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32608

Meridian - Detox Unit FL 32608

About Meridian Sid Martin Bridge House

Meridian Sid Martin Bridge House is a CARF accredited drug and rehabilitation treatment center. They’re located in Gainesville, Florida, and have an inpatient substance use treatment program for adults where they also treat co-occurring mental health disorders.

The center works to keep treatment as affordable as possible. They have contracts with Lutheran Social Services with funding through the Florida Department of Children and Families if you don’t have insurance. They also accept private insurance, disability, Medicaid and Medicare. They also offer a sliding scale for self pay clients.

The facility has 44 beds, and the treatment programs are 28 to 90 days. They offer detox so you can safely withdraw from whatever toxic substances are in your body. They center your recovery around the 12 Step model for lifelong sobriety. While in treatment, you’re required to choose a sponsor and go to 12 Step meetings.

As with the 12 Step programs, the center focuses on the behavioral, social and psychological aspects of your substance use. The programs help you focus on finding a supportive community to help you heal and develop attitudes and behaviors that favor healthy living.

While an inpatient treatment, the emphasis is on group therapy and community resources to help you successfully reintegrate outside of the hospital environment. You’ll learn about addiction and relapse prevention.

After you leave the outpatient program, they offer outpatient services in other Gainesville locations. You can attend the outpatient programs while transitioning back to your daily life.

Latest Reviews

JeriLyn Marley
1 month ago on Google
5
10/10. Great place , great staff , gives a lot of grace and much understanding. The director is wonderful as well as the counselors , spent 14 or so month in a the MIST program and was cared for , listened to , and helped beyond measure. Thankful for this place and those who helped me through my pregnancy , and sobriety.
Jessica Mortell
1 month ago on Google
1
I was a patient there volunteering admitted myself and they had women and men fighting in there while the workers watched and in couraged them to fight and I take stress and anxiety medicine they refused to give to me and then kicked me out employees very rude and made fun of the residents there / patients
Stacy
3 months ago on Google
3
It's a place designed to help individuals who are struggling with addiction. It's a court approved residential drug treatment program that is anywhere from 28-90 days. There are grants to help the uninsured, so there are no financial barriers keeping you from getting better. They also work with covering the costs of MAT while in treatment. They feed you well and give you plenty of snacks. There isn't enough properly trained staff at the moment, so things are really inconsistent. I'm grateful for what this place has been for me. If you want to get better, it can work for you too.JESUS LOVES YOU!

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Accepted Insurance

Meridian Sid Martin Bridge House works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient rehabs encompass multiple levels of care to facilitate clients' progress through their recovery journey. Clients who are stepping down from inpatient treatment may require intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment, which involves more frequent and substantive therapeutic interventions than does standard outpatient care. Outpatient centers typically provide extensive addiction counseling, including individual, group, and family therapy. Medication assisted treatment programs (MAT) and recovery-focused life skills training are also common in outpatient care.
inpatient iconInpatient
Clients typically choose inpatient rehab when they are in early recovery or are experiencing a crisis that puts them at an increased risk of relapse. They reside at the treatment center for the length of their program, which may range from two weeks to more than 18 months, depending on the program design. Intensive psychotherapy is often the primary treatment modality, but clients in inpatient care may also receive holistic treatment and recovery-focused life skills training.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) involve frequent and robust therapeutic sessions for clients requiring high-level care. Clients may engage in a combination of medication assisted treatment (MAT), addiction counseling, recovery skills training, and holistic therapies for a minimum of nine and a maximum of 20 hours per week. Intensive outpatient rehab is designed primarily for persons in early recovery, those exiting detox or inpatient care, and those at an elevated relapse risk.
partial-hospitalization iconPartial Hospitalization Program
Often referred to as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers an intensive treatment option that allows individuals to return home at night. PHP treatment typically requires a minimum of 20 hours a week for an average of 90 days. Participants attend daily therapeutic sessions, receive medication management, and have access to skilled medical professionals. While costs can vary, most insurance will fully or partially cover a partial hospitalization program.
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 Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.

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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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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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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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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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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Child Program
The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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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

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.

Individual therapy often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This is a structured approach to identifying and changing negative thought patterns. During therapy you learn how what you think drives your actions so you can develop healthier coping strategies to manage addiction triggers and reduce drug use.

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.

Contact Information

Phone icon (352) 374-5600
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4400 SW 13th Street
Gainesville, FL 32608

Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of Meridian Sid Martin Bridge House

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2.4 (29 reviews)
JeriLyn Marley
1 month ago
5

10/10. Great place , great staff , gives a lot of grace and much understanding. The director is wonderful as well as the counselors , spent 14 or so month in a the MIST program and was cared for , listened to , and helped beyond measure. Thankful for this place and those who helped me through my pregnancy , and sobriety.

Jessica Mortell
1 month ago
1

I was a patient there volunteering admitted myself and they had women and men fighting in there while the workers watched and in couraged them to fight and I take stress and anxiety medicine they refused to give to me and then kicked me out employees very rude and made fun of the residents there / patients

Stacy
3 months ago
3

It's a place designed to help individuals who are struggling with addiction. It's a court approved residential drug treatment program that is anywhere from 28-90 days. There are grants to help the uninsured, so there are no financial barriers keeping you from getting better. They also work with covering the costs of MAT while in treatment. They feed you well and give you plenty of snacks. There isn't enough properly trained staff at the moment, so things are really inconsistent. I'm grateful for what this place has been for me. If you want to get better, it can work for you too.JESUS LOVES YOU!

Charlie Gonzalez
6 months ago
5

Mary Westerman
1 year ago
1

Absolutely the worst place, if I could give this place 0 stars I would. Literally bottom of the barrel health care provided. I have tried to contact this place several times to help my mother get her appointments set up and I literally am on the phone waiting to talk to someone for an 1+. Do not waste your time because they certainly do not mind wasting yours.The lady at the front desk said to call and set up our appointment because her system might not be working we've have been trying for weeks now to get the appointment set up and when we finally get a hold of someone they have no idea what they are doing!

Sal Lee
2 years ago
2

Came here for an emotional crisis. A majority of the staff are extremely cruel and prey on and bully the mentally ill for their appearances. Good luck getting them to look up from scrolling on their smartphones. Kind of hard to tell who are the employees vs who the patients are since alot of them are so belligerent towards the patients. They treat you like cattle and degrade you even though you come for help. Troy stood out as the worst to me. Ruth (the intake lady) and Thomas were an absolute joy and seemed to be the only employees I experienced there that cared and treated people like human beings

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your feedback. We would appreciate you sharing your experience with our Quality Improvement Department so that we may understand and address your concerns as soon as possible. Please email us at feedback@mbhci.org or call (352) 374- 5600 select option 7 for administrative offices, then option 5 for QI. We look forward to hearing from you so we can work together to resolve this issue. Thank you again!
Christina Tanner
2 years ago
1

I took someone there who really needed help. This is the most useless organization I've ever seen... total incompetence and a complete waste of time!

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your feedback. We would appreciate you sharing your experience with our Quality Improvement Department so that we may understand and address your concerns as soon as possible. Please email us at feedback@mbhci.org or call (352) 374- 5600 select option 7 for administrative offices, then option 5 for QI. We look forward to hearing from you so we can work together to resolve this issue. Thank you again!
Talisha Martin
2 years ago
5

They changed my life!!Most of the employees were great, really listened to how I felt, my counselor was awesome. I went through and completed the in house rehabilitation,changed my whole outlook on life,been clean since then, July 2021!Thank you guys for everything and for saving me!!!

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your review and feedback. Providing the best possible care is always our goal!
Yolanda Henderson
3 years ago
5

Response from the owner3 years ago
Thank you for your start rating! We love to hear from the community!
DCasey Dmulac
3 years ago
1

I won't give a good comment about any meridian for adults or children.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your feedback. We would appreciate you sharing your experience with our Quality Improvement Department so that we may understand and address your concerns as soon as possible. Please email us at feedback@mbhci.org or call (352) 374- 5600 select option 7 for administrative offices, then option 5 for QI. We look forward to hearing from you so we can work together to resolve this issue. Thank you again!
Potato Salesman
3 years ago
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Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your feedback. We would appreciate you sharing your experience with our Quality Improvement Department so that we may understand and address your concerns as soon as possible. Please email us at feedback@mbhci.org or call (352) 374- 5600 select option 7 for administrative offices, then option 5 for QI. We look forward to hearing from you so we can work together to resolve this issue. Thank you again!
Taylor Frazier
4 years ago
1

In my own experience in dealing with staff I have only noticed they are rude and unprofessional. I called to ask for my husband and the tech says yes ill give him a message . Who is this Emily ? Ummmm my name is Taylor . I said No this is his wife but may i ask who is emily? I was then hung up on and later told it was a mistake Get over it. We are no longer going to be together because of this incident.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you for your feedback. We would appreciate you sharing your experience with our Quality Improvement Department so that we may understand and address your concerns as soon as possible. Please email us at feedback@mbhci.org or call (352) 374- 5600 select option 7 for administrative offices, then option 5 for QI. We look forward to hearing from you so we can work together to resolve this issue. Thank you again!
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