Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center – MAIN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

5000 West National Avenue
10AN
Milwaukee, WI 53295

(414) 384-2000
3.83 (71 reviews)

About Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center – MAIN

Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center provides Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency services in an inpatient and outpatient setting. Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Milwaukee VA Medical Center – Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center honors America’s Veterans by providing exceptional health care by improving health and well being.

The VA Medical Center provides free, confidential counseling and treatment for mental and physical health conditions related to Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Women and men as well may experience repeated sexual harassment or sexual assault during their military service.

Dollar icon Payment Options

  • shield-cross iconPrivate Insurance
  • self-pay iconSelf-pay options
  • financial-aid iconFinancial aid
  • sliding-scale-payment iconSliding scale payment assistance
  • medicare iconMedicare
  • military iconMilitary insurance
  • medicaid iconMedicaid
  • free iconFree

Medical briefcase icon 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

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.

heart-hands iconIntervention Services

If you are planning a drug intervention in Wisconsin, many rehab facilities offer professional intervention services to assist you. Having the expert insight of a trained intervention specialist can improve your chances of success when helping you plan and facilitate the intervention. This third-party involvement can provide the impartiality necessary for a productive conversation and appropriate guidance for next steps.

24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care

At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.

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.

User icon Programs

check iconTeen Program

adult-program iconAdult Program

men iconProgram For Men

women iconProgram For Women

young-adult iconYoung Adult Program

lgbtq iconLGBTQ Program

military-hat iconMilitary Program

House check icon Settings & Amenities

  • art iconArt Activities
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • meditation iconMeditation Room
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • music2 iconMusic Room

Heart icon Treatment

alcohol iconAlcoholism

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.

drugs iconDrug Addiction

The goal of drug rehab in Wisconsin is to address drug addiction as a complex issue that involves physical, mental, and relational aspects. During rehab, treatment focuses on each of these areas and gives you the tools you need to achieve and maintain sobriety.

check iconDual Diagnosis

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.

mental-health iconMental Health and Substance Abuse

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.

opium iconOpioid Addiction

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.

Hand holding medical sign icon Clinical Services

inpatient-file iconCognitive Behavioral Therapy

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 iconDialectical Behavior Therapy

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.

intervention iconGroup Therapy

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.

desert iconMotivational Interviewing

When conducting motivational interviewing in Wisconsin, therapists engage with their clients as equal partners. They don't provide unsolicited advice or confront clients. Instead, they ask questions and listen, with the goal of empowering clients to recognize any need for change and their ability to make those changes.

house-medical iconTrauma Therapy

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.

family iconFamily Therapy

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.

art-brush iconCreative Arts Therapy

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

medical-detox iconExperiential Therapy

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.

Check icon Accreditations

CARF

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: 31495

Joint Commission

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: 4459

SAMHSA

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

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5000 West National Avenue
10AN
Milwaukee, WI 53295

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3.83 (71 reviews)
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The care here is fantastic, they are supportive and take the time to listen to you. They saved my life., thank you for treating me with respect.

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This is the best VA center I've been to. Whenever I came here the doctors would always actually listen to me, and they were understanding, whether it involved medication, treatment, diagnosis, whatever. Everyone was friendly there, thank you all for making it a pleasant and ... Read More

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3.8 (69 reviews)
Joe
2 months ago
1

Horrible place. I've been mistreated by mental health doctors, injured in surgery, injured in the pain clinic, and injured in the ER. When I complain about mistreatment they cover it up, blame the patient, and lie about you in your records. They do more harm than good. You cannot trust them.

Kyle Caughey
2 months ago
1

Worst hospital in the history of hospitals. I had an appointment at 930am got there at 9 to check in. No one called my name for over an hour. Go to the check in to find out that they skipped me entirely and decided to see another patient, and no longer had any availability to see me. They really know how to make patients feel insignificant and just a number in a machine

Brandon K
3 months ago
1

Eye clinic is trash. Constantly overbooked and under staffed. Be prepared to be there for hours.

D.SPICable
3 months ago
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Bare minimum when it comes taking care of veterans. Almost as if they(not all but most)can't be bothered to do the job they signed up for. It's been 12 years and 2 clinics not much has changed.

Andrea Clausen
3 months ago
1

Do not take you lived one to this hospital!CNA, nurses and clueless and do not care about the patients or their families. Doctors are incompetent! Stay away!Released my family member and he ended up in the ER within a day or two. This was after a pretty routine surgery. We will never go back there again.

Steve M
3 months ago
5

Went in there for a gastrointestinal procedure last week! The entire staff and everyone involved were outstanding, professional, friendly and took their jobs seriously! Everything was clean and orderly. All went well, wouldn t hesitate to back again if need be. Thank you Milwaukee VA!

Mary Ring
4 months ago
5

Had wonderful care. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable. Thank you.

Colleen Ring
4 months ago
5

The staff were fantastic, super kind and helpful. They took such good care of my Dad. Night and day difference from his last hospital experience at a different hospital. It helps put me at ease that I know he gets great care there. Thank you VA from the bottom of my heart.

Amanda Grove
5 months ago
5

This VA Hospital is A LOT better than the VA Hospital in Arizona. I always came with my grandpa who is Army Veteran and got best care. He never needed consultations from his doctors at this VA compared to the one here in Arizona VA that is always needs a console to put in and has to wait forever for everything to be put in and stuff like that. Staff always is friendly here.

Dennis Lechner
5 months ago
5

TeeJay
5 months ago
1

4 out of 5 times I have a negative experience. 80% of the doctors and nurses don't show respect or compassion for you as a patient or a veteran. If you are mistreated or have a problem, don't waste your time with the patient advocate, contact the VA hotline.

Response from the owner1 year ago
I'm very sorry that you have had this experience. Please work with your primary providers or the patient advocate to let them know about how to improve things for you.
Steve
5 months ago
1

Second rate care at best. No compassion or respect for veterans.

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