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VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services

950 Campbell Avenue Suite 116-A3, West Haven, CT 06516

4.0 193 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care9 programsInpatient & outpatient
Payment3 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesTeens & adultsAll genders
MATOfferedMethadone, Buprenorphine
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

StartDrugRehab Score

Our 10-point score combines licensing and accreditation, the levels of care and payment options this facility reports, and patient ratings from Google and StartDrugRehab.com reviewers. Paid or claimed listings never change a score. Read full methodology

How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care1.8 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.35 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 193 Google reviews (4.0★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 950 Campbell Avenue in West Haven, Connecticut. It is a public provider.

Its services include medically supervised detox, residential (inpatient) treatment, hospital inpatient care, intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a federally certified opioid treatment program (methadone), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, and motivational interviewing. For opioid use disorder, the program uses methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts children and adolescents, young adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for veterans and active duty military.

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP).

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Contingency management/motivational incentives
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • 12-step facilitation

Detox services

  • Alcohol Detoxification
  • Benzodiazepines Detoxification
  • Opioids detoxification

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Clonidine
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidNot listed
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services compares

  • #1of 3 ranked programs in West Haven in our 2026 ranking. See the West Haven ranking
  • ✓Offers detox: the only one of 3 programs in West Haven that does.
  • ✓Offers residential treatment: the only one of 3 programs in West Haven that does.

Closest alternatives

  1. APT Foundation Inc – West Haven ClinicWest Haven · under 1 mi · MAT
  2. West Haven Adult Behavioral Health – Cornell Scott Hill Health CenterWest Haven · 1 mi · MAT, Outpatient
  3. Adult Psychiatric Clinic – Cornell Scott Hill Health CenterNew Haven · 1.6 mi · MAT, Outpatient

Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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Who they serve & support services

Specialized groups

  • Veterans
  • Active duty military

Recovery support

  • Self-help groups
  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Employment counseling or training

Counseling & education

  • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
  • Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
  • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
  • Substance use disorder education
  • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Marital/couples counseling
  • Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 

Ancillary services

  • Case management service
  • Domestic violence services, including family or partner
  • Early intervention for HIV
  • Mental health services
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
  • Integrated primary care services
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationThe Joint Commission, SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
Ages acceptedChildren/Adolescents, Young Adults, Seniors
Operated byFederal Government

Treatment access in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT

26Treatment facilities
4Offer detox
24Buprenorphine or methadone
4Offer 24-hour care

South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT has 26 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 576,718 residents. VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services is one of 4 listed detox programs in the county.

Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

Location

Address950 Campbell Avenue Suite 116-A3
West Haven, CT 06516
Facility's own phone203-508-7894
Websiteva.gov/connecticut-health-care/locations/west-haven-va-medical-center

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Questions about VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services

What services does VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services offer?

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services lists the following levels of care: detox, inpatient / residential, hospital inpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), methadone clinic (OTP), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services accepts federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

Does VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services offer detox?

Yes. VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including alcohol detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification, and opioids detoxification.

Is VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services accredited?

Yes. VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services treat?

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services accepts children/adolescents, young adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include veterans and active duty military.

How many addiction treatment programs are in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT?

South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT has 26 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 576,718 residents: 4 list detox services, 24 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 4 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

How does VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services rank among rehab centers in West Haven?

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services is #1 of 3 ranked programs in West Haven in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.

What are the closest alternatives to VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services?

The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are APT Foundation Inc – West Haven Clinic (West Haven, under 1 miles), West Haven Adult Behavioral Health – Cornell Scott Hill Health Center (West Haven, 1 miles), and Adult Psychiatric Clinic – Cornell Scott Hill Health Center (New Haven, 1.6 miles). Distances are straight-line.

What is VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services' Google rating?

VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services has a 4.0-star rating from 193 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

How do I get admitted to VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services directly at 203-508-7894. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services. Our helpline is not affiliated with VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut – Outpatient Addiction Recovery Services.

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