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<p><strong>ABOUT VA CENTRAL CALIFORNIA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM</strong></p> <p>Located slightly north of central Fresno, Calif., the VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) is a acute-care general medical and surgical center, with a Community Living Center (CLC) on-site for nursing and rehabilitation. The facility serves more than 28,000 veterans in six counties across California’s San Joaquin Valley. According to a directory published by the VA, the center offers <strong>intensive outpatient (IOP) and general outpatient programming</strong> for individuals struggling with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>While stabilization and emergency psychiatric treatment may be available through VACCHCS, the Fresno location specializes in providing outpatient-based services for individuals struggling with behavioral health concerns. Upon admission, clients participate in an <strong>initial substance abuse assessment</strong> and psychiatric evaluation to identify individual needs. Substance abuse treatment takes into account the <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</a> veterans often face, including <strong>PTSD, depression, pain, disturbed sleep</strong>, and/or relationship problems. In some cases, clinicians may offer referrals within the VA system to provide clients with medication management.</p> <p>According to the facility's addiction services information, VA treatment for chemical dependency combines <strong>evidence-based treatment methods</strong> with self-help facilitation. During IOP or traditional outpatient programs, clients may attend <strong>individual and group counseling sessions</strong> to help clients recognize triggers and relapse risks and increase their motivation for change. Clients are also encouraged to use outside support systems, such as <strong>12-step involvement</strong>. In most cases, clients are also encouraged to participate in <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/the-pain-of-addiction-in-the-family-how-counseling-can-help/" target="_blank">couples and/or family counseling</a> to improve relationships.</p> <p>VACCHCS offers separate <strong>treatment for women,</strong> which may incorporate sexual trauma counseling, menopause management, family planning, and reproductive health care into overall programming. Depending on the needs of clients, VA systems typically also provide referrals for <strong>compensated work therapy programs</strong> and supportive employment.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>To treat individuals struggling with substance abuse-related concerns, VACCHCS may employ chemical dependency counselors, clinical social workers, case managers, and peer specialists.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>At the time of this writing, the two alumni polled by Rehabs.com gave generally positive feedback for the facility, particularly the camaraderie of healing with other veterans. One anonymous alum gave a perfect five-star rating for the facility's ability to treat co-occurring disorders, though offered a more moderate three-star rating for the staff's level of experience and training. "It was a great experience healing with other service member to relate to each other and share a brotherhood," the anonymous alum wrote, but added, "Not enough educated staff."</p> <p>The other alum praised the facility's staff, offering a perfect five-star rating for the staff's level of experience and training. "Experienced staff and effective treatment programs," the anonymous alum wrote. The alum also gave a four-star rating for the facility's counseling options, but gave a two-star rating for the level of family participation. </p> <p>Secondary reviews sites yielded <strong>mixed feedback concerning the VA hospital, as a whole</strong>. On the center's Facebook page, which the facility can manage, 185 reviewers gave the facility an <strong>average rating of 4.3 out of five stars</strong>. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> Additionally, on Yelp, VA Central California Health Care System received ratings of a five, four, and one out of five stars<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small>. Many reviewers reported great care at the facility, however, some cited long wait times and difficulties with “rude” or uncaring staff.</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>Though Rehabs.com has yet to receive feedback from staff members at the time of this writing, 11 employees on Indeed gave the facility, as a whole, an <strong>average rating of 4.6 out of five stars</strong>.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> All feedback was positive with most reviewers noting that they gained experience.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>VA services are offered <strong>free of charge to qualifying veterans</strong> who were honorably discharged. In some instances — for example, if the medical difficulty is not related to the individual’s military service, or if the individuals earns above a certain income — clients may be required to pay a copay.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> [https://www.facebook.com/pg/VAFresno/reviews/?ref=page_internal]</small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/va-central-california-health-care-system-fresno-2" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/va-central-california-health-care-system-fresno-2</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Va-Central-California-Health-Care-System/reviews?fcountry=ALL]</small></p>
— Lizz Crozier · 2018-02-16 11:18:18 PST
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