Northwell Health – Project Outreach/Outpatient Drug Free provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 600 Hempstead Turnpike in West Hempstead, New York. It is a nonprofit provider. The Project Outreach/Outpatient Drug Free program is operated by Northwell Health.
Its services include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and Matrix Model. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.
Northwell Health – Project Outreach/Outpatient Drug Free accepts government funding for substance use treatment, Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, and clients who have experienced trauma. Services are available in Spanish.
Northwell Health – Project Outreach/Outpatient Drug Free is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state department of health, and hospital licensing authority.
Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and recovery coach.