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Weems Community MH Center - Weems LifeCare

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Overview

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Situated on a sprawling, nature-based property in Meridian, Weems Community MH Center – Weems LifeCare offers affordable, evidence-based residential and outpatient treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The 30-day residential program and extended-care options provide structured, 12-step–based recovery with counseling, education, and family involvement. The facility’s accessible, community-oriented setting includes laundry and transportation assistance, recreational outings, and designated smoking areas, helping clients rebuild daily stability and long-term recovery skills.

Address

1415 1/2 College Drive
Meridian, MS 39307

Directions

Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • Pregnant/postpartum
  • Seniors
  • Young adults

Structured Residential and Outpatient Treatment

Weems LifeCare offers a 30-day residential program for adults recovering from substance use disorders, combining the 12-step framework with counseling, group therapy, and education on addiction and recovery. Clients may extend treatment up to 60 days while working during the day or participate in a 10-week intensive outpatient program (IOP) held after business hours. Each program emphasizes structure, accountability, and connection to community-based recovery networks.

Practical, Accessible, and Affordable Care

LifeCare focuses on affordability and access, offering an all-inclusive rate for the 30-day program that covers counseling, education, meals, medical screening, and recreational activities. Extended-care programs and vocational funding support may be available through the Mississippi Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. The facility is ADA-compliant and provides transportation assistance, ensuring access for clients across the region. Policies such as designated smoking areas and limited technology use help maintain focus and stability throughout treatment.

Integrated Support for Co-Occurring Needs

The center treats individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders who are medically stable on prescribed medications. Treatment includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-related counseling alongside education in communication, self-esteem, and relapse prevention. HIV/TB screenings, health education, and twice-monthly family sessions are provided to strengthen overall wellness and support systems.

Extended Recovery and Community Integration

To promote sustained recovery, LifeCare offers free aftercare services for one to two years following program completion. Weekly group therapy, relapse prevention planning, and individual counseling sessions help clients maintain progress after discharge. Additional services, including vocational and educational support, peer mentoring, and housing assistance, support reintegration into daily life and ongoing connection to recovery communities.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$ - Low Cost Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • Help with transportation
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Room Amenities

  • Laundry service

Activities

  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust


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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.