VIP Community Services

764 East 176th Street Bronx, NY 10461
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About VIP Community Services

Founded in 1974, VIP Community Services – Men’s Residential Drug Program is located in the Bronx, New York. It’s a diverse center, where services are available in English, French, Spanish, and Taiwanese. For drug rehab, you’ll have the options of inpatient, outpatient, and aftercare programs, depending on your needs. They also have medication assisted treatment.

Medication assisted treatment is available throughout your program. Licensed clinicians provide FDA approved methadone and Suboxone. That way, you’ll be able to handle withdrawals and cravings, which can help speed up recovery. Since the clinic administers the dosage, there’s less chance of an overdose or relapse.

The inpatient and outpatient programs have the same services, like counseling for individuals and groups. You’ll also have access to social services in case there’s an issue with housing or food security. The only real difference is that inpatient is residential, meaning that you stay overnight and get 24/7 supervision. There’s not a lot of independence because a case management team guides you through your recovery. Your programs are specific, though, depending on your gender and culture.

The center is accredited by CARF, so you know that they follow a professional standard. One thing to watch out for is that the inpatient and outpatient plans take different insurances, so be sure to check your coverage.

Facility Overview

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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.

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.

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 rehabs offer an intermediate level of care for clients who do not require the kind of intensive supervision and support an inpatient program typically provides. Many clients transition into outpatient care immediately after exiting inpatient treatment. Others enter outpatient programs upon completing detox. Some facilities offer ambulatory medical detox for clients who do not require hospitalization. Most outpatient rehabs offer a combination of services, including addiction counseling, life skills training, and medication assisted treatment (MAT).
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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.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Medical detox involves weaning your body off of addictive substances in a medically supervised environment. If you've become dependent on alcohol and/or drugs, quitting on your own can be uncomfortable and even dangerous. In medically assisted detox, a team of licensed medical professionals will help manage potential withdrawal symptoms, ensuring that you're as safe and comfortable as possible. This process typically takes about 5-7 days, although the length will depend on your individual needs.

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.

When you choose drug rehab in New York, you'll participate in a variety of treatments that are designed to help you live a drug-free lifestyle. Common methods of treatment include group, individual, and family counseling, medication management, nutrition, exercise, and management of co-occurring mental health disorders.

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.

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.

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

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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.

Clinical Services

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.

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.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Debbian Fletcher-Blake

President and CEO

Opal Dunstan

Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer

Darcia Bryden-Currie

Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer

Tabitha Gaffney

Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer

Ernst Jean

Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer

Frank Kploanyi

Senior Vice President and Chief Finance Officer

Justin Mitchell

Senior Vice President and Chief Program Officer

Carmen Rivera

Senior Vice President and Chief Vocational and Community Affairs Officer

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

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: New York

Contact Information

Phone icon (718) 583-5150
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764 East 176th Street
Bronx, NY 10461

Fact checked and written by:
Peter Lee, PhD
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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3.9 (168 reviews)
Diane Turner
1 month ago
1

They are not good people they couldn't even tell people they were closing today and had people waiting outside now what people supposed to do and then they have they staff who are really rude they try to set people up for failure

Response from the owner1 month ago
Dear Diane, Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. Your feedback is important, and we take it seriously. We strive to provide clear communication about our hours of operation and to ensure all our staff treat clients with respect and professionalism. We d like to learn more about what happened and work to address any issues. Please contact us directly at 718.466.8244.
ape Con
1 month ago
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It's a shell company t

Response from the owner1 month ago
Dear Ape, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take concerns like yours seriously and are committed to transparency and integrity in all our operations. If you have any specific concerns or questions about our organization, please feel free to reach out to us directly at 718.466.8244.
William Dixon
2 months ago
5

Erika Jusino
2 months ago
5

VIP has consistently provided exceptional services. The staff is highly professional and maintains a clean and organized facility. The front desk staff is exceptionally accommodating and always pleasant. The staff members are incredibly helpful and friendly. I highly recommend VIP to my family and friends.

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi Erika, We re glad to hear that our team has consistently provided you with a positive experience and that our front desk staff has been welcoming and accommodating. Your recommendation to family and friends means a lot to us. At VIP Community Services, our goal is to provide exceptional care in a clean, organized, and supportive environment, and it s wonderful to know that our efforts are making a difference.
erica damiani
2 months ago
5

VIP Community Services is an outstanding facility with exceptional service. My experiences there have always been pleasant ones from the staff of doctors, nurses & counselors to the cleanliness of the facility. I would highly recommend.

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi Erica, Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We re delighted to hear that you ve had positive experiences with our doctors, nurses, and counselors, and that our facility met your expectations for cleanliness and service. At VIP Community Services, our team is dedicated to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone, and feedback like yours inspires us to continue striving for excellence.
Giselle Cruz
2 months ago
5

This is a nice and clean clinic. The staff are very nice and professional.

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi Giselle, We re so glad to hear that you found our clinic to be clean and our staff professional and welcoming. At VIP Community Services, we work hard to maintain a comfortable and supportive environment for everyone we serve.
Izzy Jov
2 months ago
1

This is the worst place to be a part of , the workers here are disrespectful, waste of time . They think you have no life and can just wait there all day doing paper work , they don t care if you work , they don t care what you have to do , they just want to make money off of you by keeping you there doing urines , blood work , speaking to doctors . Every different thing is a way for them toCharge your insurance. I would rather be sick or just find another clinic then go to this disgusting place . Not to mention it s in the middle of the highway and it s drug infested . AllAround the area

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi Izzy, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. At VIP, we strive to provide the best care to our clients. Please reach out to us at 718.466.8244 so we can address your concerns.
Chris
2 months ago
1

Disgusting place , they re use syringes , they re extremely dirty and very very unsanitary. I caught hep c from touching the walls in the bathroom . Disgusting place I highly recommend you don t go here !!!

Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. At VIP, we strive to provide the best care to our clients. Please reach out to us at 718.466.8244 so we can address your concerns.
Donald Jackson
3 months ago
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Michael Puglisi
6 months ago
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stephen maldonado
7 months ago
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Gabriela
8 months ago
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Some supervisors, including the main ones at the Astoria Delancy Hotel in Long Island City, are rude, they have scolded my son, they have said that they don't care or they don't care... How did one of them say what preventive services says, they don't care either It doesn't matter what the doctors say, my son is depressed and has Adhd and other medical diagnoses, and they don't care, they want to force him to go to school and they don't let the preventive services that I send Acs and the specialists do their job, plus Sometimes if I don't open the bedroom door at the first knock they open the door, also other children younger than my son, they arrive alone from school or the street and they let them wait on the first floor for their parents and it can happen more than two hours alone and they don't tell them anything, and they no longer want to allow my son to be even on the first floor, they have persecution and pressure against us. They dared to call my son's physiotherapist who gave him an 8-day medical excuse for the tendonitis that my son has to tell him that my son cannot miss school and that he should not send him any more excuses, they are going over everything the world, they are invading my privacy and what they are doing is worsening my state of mental and physical health and that of my son, if my son commits suicide or I do it, God forbid, those responsible are Vip community services, yes One day I told them about my son's problems, it was so that they would help me, not so that they would persecute us, they are worse than the previous administration that was here, other neighbors also complain about you and I still understand that employees have resigned because of their own co-workers.

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