They taught me how to live with my illness, the UBH staff care about their patients, the work they do is professional, always give priority to patients and the community. Thank you for teaching me how to get my life back. I would highly recommend you.
About Unison Behavioral Health
Specialty rehab programs at Unison Behavioral Health include tailored care focusing on women's specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.
Unison Behavioral Health has received accreditations from CARF.
Latest Reviews
I used to love Unison. That was until they threw myself and a few others to the wolves. I was in Unisons " Supportive Living" program. It gives the post inpatient a temporary place to live ( one is considered homeless while in this program; so as to ensure the people in this transitional housing program get put at front of waitlist while Unison aids people in finding affordable housing. I though are disabled. In my time here; up until April 2024 there were no enforced parameters as to how long a person could stay here. The program; I was recently told was going to adhere to and enforce an 18 month stay. Well It wasn't my fault that I and handful of others had been here exceeding 18 months. If Unison wishes to enforce this fine, however this shouldn't be applicable to those already here before the 18month parameter as of March 2024; is henceforth to beenforced. Myself and a few others were given 30day notice to vacate. I had no place to go.; yet to tell a mentally ill person of whom is disabled to go to a shelter is setting said person up to fail. To be told if patient had no place to go; shelter arrangements could be made. Unprofessional is a kind word for this.In retrospect I could've done that to begin with. Yet that's an extremely unstable- high stress environment. Nobody EVER TOLD ME to look for housing myself. Im not the direct line into Housing Authority that we are considered homeless. There have been several staff changes, unavailable services, Unison decided this place I reside now was unfit for their needs. I initialed a document in January to be prepared to move to new facility around March 1st. This date came and went. I was giving a 30 day notice. With no place to go and being physically being unable to pack my stuff it left me with no recourse but to " rent" a room onsire here $800 a month! I received my disability 2days before I was to be out the door. The stress that this has caused me, the money...my 1st 9 months here were a family. The on-site manager did nothing per the directives of his job. The next Manager- while good at cleaning up the criminal element of this neighborhood; played favorites. For instance giving a woman low income housing even though she had only been here 3 months. A lady that had been here 5years still awaited.housing. Why have a person enter this program if they are going to be put on street anyway. In my tenure people having been here less time retained housing via UNISONS help. Why?I'm going to seek counsel. Again others around here pay rent based on income. Or none at all. Im in a place while my case mgr and I look for housing; that's teeming with roaches. A person is only paying $275 in rent here. He has been in supportive living 3yrs now?? What happened to 18 months for everybody? I need my money refunded down to amount is have to pay out of my disability.
I had been seeing them after the whole process of signing up which took me 3 days to get a walk in I had discovered some very disturbing facts about some of my recent history w people and went in and described in detail my own near murder and what I had escaped and survived when I reached the end of literal detailed facts I ended it with I wish I could have a legal follow through for justice but I know I can't pay them anything like that nor am I the type of person to payback in kind they then immediately stated that they were going to place me inpatient mind you at the time I was also physically sick due to the attempt on my life I had been poisoned for a long time the hospital had already confirmed why I was sick they then had police who use unnecessary force to remove me and place me to the hospital where they too saw me and left me alone in the hallway for hours refusing to speak to me when I spoke to them the next day I even requested a supervisor which was refused requested to speak again to my therapist which I was transfered and hung up on so on my 3rd time calling I told them I no longer needed their services they then demanded I come in to do exist paperwork I was so missed at that point I told them where to stuff it a week later for 4 days straight they called me 2xs a day trying to either speak to me directly over the phone or set up appointments and only after the 4th days 2nd call I finally made the statement that I was looking to take them to court which they got sparky attituded about still making a comment about well I should have done what the doctor asked and I would be better now and hung up in my face at any further retort only then did they leave me alone. I still have yet to been able to find therapy in my area and many other doctors try to direct me here don't take a doc referral don't take yourself to this place every staff member there shouldn't even be practicing or should go back to school they have no empathy the system they have just to start sessions is stupid and honestly they don't even give full session of 30 minutes even on a normal appointment they don't care and you never even actually see anyone in person it's all telecom which you could do from your own home rather then waste travel just to sit in front of a screen they are impersonal have no empathy no compassion we are literally just a mumber for income for them
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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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient rehab enables clients to receive addiction treatment while continuing to work and reside at home. Many programs offer evening, night, and weekend services so that clients may receive treatment on their own schedule. Outpatient treatment modalities typically include addiction counseling, recovery-focused life skills training, and/or medication assisted treatment (MAT). Many programs also provide step-down care, including partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient services, to align with clients' evolving needs.
Inpatient 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 Clients enrolled in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) travel to treatment centers for specialized care multiple times per week. Intensive outpatient treatment allows clients to receive robust care while continuing to live at home. Most programs require between nine and 20 treatment hours per week, with the frequency and intensive of sessions decreasing as clients stabilize. Services generally include a combination of addiction counseling, medication assisted treatment (MAT), recovery-focused life skills training, and holistic therapies.
Medically 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.
24-Hour Clinical Care 24-hour clinical care in Georgia reduces the risks involved in detox and addiction treatment. Without access to professional medical care, individuals may experience withdrawal symptoms that become life threatening. For example, alcohol withdrawal can cause delirium tremens, confusion, and cardiac symptoms. Without medical supervision to step in, these symptoms could potentially turn fatal.
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.
A quality drug rehab in Georgia can help you overcome addiction. This environment is designed to help you address the complex issues contributing to drug dependence. The goal of treatment is to give you the tools you need to 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.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Clinical Services
During family therapy sessions in Georgia, members address the emotional toll that addiction has had on them. Therapists help your family develop coping strategies and improve the family unit's communication. This provides a stable environment that supports the recovery process.
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.
By incorporating recreational therapy into an addiction treatment program in Georgia, you learn to discover new interests and develop health and healthy coping mechanisms. Activities could include painting, group sports, or yoga. These encourage social interaction and support your physical fitness, which are vital factors in a successful recovery journey.
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.
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Accreditations
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
Contact Information
(912) 449-7100 
1007 Mary Street
Waycross, GA 31503
Get Help Now - 800-985-8516
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