The
Community Health Center is a private, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation.
Our purpose is to provide a comprehensive array of treatment, prevention, and
housing services for addictive and compulsive behaviors and disorders such as
alcoholism and other drug addictions. We have served Summit County since 1968.
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chemical dependency is a progressive, fatal illness that is highly treatable.
We encourage early intervention, and we are committed to the provision of
quality, affordable treatment and prevention services.
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several treatment strategies may be necessary for recovery, so we offer
individual, family and group counseling,primary healthcare, medical detoxification,
residential treatment, and educational seminars.
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familyparticipation is a necessary part of the recovery and reintegration
into a normal health lifestyle. Therefore, we have developed strong family
components in our programming.
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the residents of Summit County have needs other than those dealing with
addiction. Therefore, we offer programs that address job skills training
and vocational assistance, assistance with housing, case management services
and childcare.
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total well-being and health and, therefore, we provide quality medical treatment,
laboratory services and diagnostic assessments that are integrated into
our treatment regimens.
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adolescent chemical dependency requires mobilizations of a variety with
families, school personnel and other providers toward the development of
appropriate, accessible services for children.
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active involvement in self-help groups is a necessary adjunct to professional
treatment services.
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we have a responsibility in Summit County to provide basic treatment services
to all of those in need, regardless of the ability to pay. Therefore, we
seek the most cost effective, yes cost efficient, methods of providing treatment.
