MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT (MAT) | ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREEDOM CENTER OF KNOX COUNTY

Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) combines behavioral therapy and counseling, case management and FDA-approved medications including Suboxone, Vivitrol, Sublocade etc. to treat substance use disorders. MAT utilizes a multitude of different medication options that can be tailored to fit the unique needs of the individual. MAT is most commonly used to treat alcohol and opioid use disorders. It reduces cravings, prevents withdrawal and helps normalize brain function. This program is operated in collaboration with the Knox Community Hospital and Foster’s Pharmacy.

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Physical Address

135 South Main Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Hours

Mon, Tue, Thu 8:30am-6pm; Wed 8:30am-7pm; Fri 8am-5pm.

Fax

(740) 392-3613

Application process

Call for an appointment. This program has admission guidelines that require individuals to evidence motivation in their treatment, as well as requirements for attendance and engagement to continue receiving assistive medication.

Fee

The Freedom Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and major private health insurances. The organization offers a sliding fee scale for our selfpay clients based on family size and income. No one is denied service because of their inability to pay.

Eligibility

Must have Alcohol Use Disorder moderate or severe, or Opioid use disorder moderate or severe.

Agency info

ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREEDOM CENTER OF KNOX COUNTY

Outpatient, intensive outpatient and prevention services for substance use and mental health disorders.