Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center - Veterans Affairs
Overview
Set on an accessible, spacious campus, Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center offers inpatient and outpatient substance use and mental health treatment adapted for veterans’ needs. The lobby is open 24/7 for individuals in crisis. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT) are administered on-site to ease the symptoms of alcohol and opioid detox. Trauma-informed care, housing support, and help securing employment are provided. Transportation assistance is available.
Ages Served
- Adults (Ages 26-64)
- Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Genders Accepted
- Female
- Male
Languages Served
- Sign language
- English
Treatment
- Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Outpatient detoxification
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Short-term residential
Special Programs
- Veterans
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Veteran-Focused Substance Use Treatment
The center delivers comprehensive substance use treatment exclusively for veterans, offering detox, residential care, and multiple outpatient options. The facility is equipped to support individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. Services include 24-hour residential support through the Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP), which also addresses challenges like homelessness and unemployment.
Integrated Medical and Mental Health Care
Veterans receiving addiction treatment at this VA center also have access to full-spectrum medical services and psychiatric care. The facility offers medication management for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Treatment is integrated with evidence-based mental health therapy when appropriate. This coordination ensures support for both addiction recovery and underlying emotional or psychiatric needs.
Practical Assistance for Real-Life Needs
Veterans can access housing assistance, employment counseling, peer mentorship, and life skills training as part of their treatment plan. Case management, social services navigation, and educational support are available throughout and after care. These offerings help patients address the practical challenges that can hinder long-term recovery.
Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation is available through local and national VA-coordinated services, including Disabled American Veteran (DAV) vans and shared ride programs, easing access for veterans who may face logistical barriers. Outpatient telehealth appointments are offered for those unable to attend in person.
Peer Support and Spiritual Services
The center integrates peer support and spiritual care into its recovery programs. Veterans can access peer mentorship and recovery coaching, especially through residential tracks like SARRTP, which emphasize shared experience and mutual accountability. For spiritual support, the facility offers 24/7 access to an interfaith chapel and chaplain services that provide pastoral counseling, grief support, and faith-based care adapted to individual beliefs. Clergy from various denominations may visit, and chaplains can also connect individuals with community spiritual leaders if desired.
Client Reviews
While client reviews specifically for the substance use program are not available, feedback on the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center in general is mixed. Many patients commend the professionalism and dedication of the medical staff. Some describe their care as timely and courteous.
Cost and Insurance
Insurance Accepted
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- Other Private Insurance
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Cost
$ - Low Cost Facility
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Financial Assistance
- Does not offer Free
- Does not offer Payment assistance
- Does not offer Sliding fee scale
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Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Outpatient detoxification
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Short-term residential
Treatment Approaches
- 12-step program support
- Anger control support
- Brief intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Incentive-based therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Additional Support and Services
- Acupuncture therapy
- 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
- Hepatitis education and support
- 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
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Comprehensive health checkup
- Hepatitis B testing
- Hepatitis C testing
- Mental health assessment
- Mental health screening
- Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
- Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use assessment
- Temporary support for clients
- Testing for HIV
- Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Tobacco use assessment
- Tuberculosis screening
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Amenities and Experiences
Amenities
- Fitness center
- Healthy meals
- Library or reading room
- Meditation rooms
Room Amenities
- Internet access
- Shared bathroom
- Shared room options
Activities
- Art therapy
- Music therapy
- Yoga
- Fitness activities
- Job training
- Life skills workshops
- Spiritual or faith-based services
Settings
- City
Policies
- Allows internet access
- No smoking allowed
- No vaping allowed
Ownership Type
- Government (Department of Veterans Affairs)
- Government (Federal)
Quality and Trust
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- Staff is consistently friendly and professional, providing excellent care.
- Timely appointments and quick service are frequently highlighted by veterans.
- The facility is recognized as one of the best VA hospitals in the country.
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