Recovery Brands, LLC
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<p><strong>ABOUT LEGACY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES</strong></p> <p>Previously known as Behavioral Health Services of South Georgia (BHSSG), Legacy Behavioral Health Services (LBHS) provides a range of <strong>community-based treatment services</strong> for adults and adolescents seeking treatment for <strong>chemical dependency, mental health disorders, and developmental disabilities</strong>. The treatment provider operates 20 facilities that serve 10 counties in southern Georgia. </p> <p>Along with <strong>outpatient programs and a partial hospitalization program (PHP)</strong>, the treatment organization also offers <strong>residential detoxification and crisis intervention</strong> through its Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Valdosta, Ga.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>LBHS is one of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">215 (73.6 percent) of Georgia facilities</a> to use a comprehensive clinical assessment to determine an appropriate program or service.</p> <p>If detoxification or crisis intervention is necessary, the individual may be referred to the Behavioral Health Crisis Center, which provides <strong>pharmacological intervention and therapeutic programming</strong>. Once stable, clients may be referred to a residential facility to receive ongoing treatment.</p> <p>LBHS provides a variety of programs and services to address behavioral health concerns. For individuals seeking treatment for chemical dependency, the organization provides <strong>solution-focused individual counseling</strong>, group therapy, <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/the-pain-of-addiction-in-the-family-how-counseling-can-help/" target="_blank">family counseling</a>, and case management. Group meetings focus on promoting recovery, cognitive processing skills, coping skills, interpersonal skills, and more. </p> <p><a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/find-a-top-holistic-rehab-center/" target="_blank">Holistic</a> treatment options are also available. Clients can participate in <strong>weekly yoga sessions</strong> and individuals with psychiatric disorders receive medication management. Information gathered from a Rehabs.com survey respondent also indicated that <strong>12-step programming may be involved.</strong> The <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/did-aa-save-my-life/" target="_blank">12-step</a> program is available in <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">74.3 percent of the treatment facilities</a> in the state. </p> <p>If clients require a more intensive level of programming, individuals may be referred to a <strong>time-limited partial hospitalization program</strong>. A special day treatment program is available for women with substance abuse treatment needs who are enrolled in the state-funded Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. It is one of <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">143 (49 percent) programs in the state</a> that provide treatment exclusively for women. </p> <p>To help support clients within the community, LBHS also provides referrals to <strong>supportive employment opportunities</strong>, and the organization operates supportive housing for individuals seeking treatment for chronic or persistent psychiatric disorders. Employment support is available in <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">144 (49.3 percent) facilities in the state</a>.</p> <p>LBHS is one of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">50 (17.1 percent) of treatment facilities</a> to offer DUI services.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>LBHS is a part of Georgia’s <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">57.9 percent of facilities</a> that are accredited by CARF. The treatment staff is comprised of <strong>psychiatrists, physicians, licensed therapists,</strong> nurses, and case managers. An alum surveyed by Rehabs.com gave the staff's level of training experience a high rating of four out of five stars.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>The crisis stabilization unit is always open to receive new clients. The facility is designed to be secure and places clients under constant supervision. The single Rehabs.com survey respondent rated the facility's accommodations three out of five stars and cleanliness four out of five stars.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>The single alum polled by Rehabs.com at the time of this writing generally approved of Legacy Behavioral Health Services. The anonymous alum gave four out of five stars for 12 out of 15 evaluated categories, including the program's level of family participation, the facility’s ability to treat co-occurring disorders, its discharge planning, and its counseling options. Although the alum felt the facility could improve its anger management services, they felt educational presentations were “personally helpful.”</p> <p>On Google, Legacy Behavioral Health Services has an average rating of <strong>2.6 out of five stars from 20 reviews</strong> to date.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> Even positive reviews acknowledge that there are problems, such as “challenging” wait times and “rude” staff members.</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The one review on Yelp revealed a parent’s issue with scheduling sessions for their child.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> Providing a two out of five-star overall rating for the Tifton facility, Mellisa wrote: “I took my child here and quickly learned that they don't care about school schedules...Don't waster your time. Go somewhere that actually cares."</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>On Indeed, 11 staff reviewers gave the facility an average rating of <strong>3.6 out of five stars</strong>.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> A couple staffers noted enjoying the job and working with clients, but three employees described co-workers as unprofessional. While one peer specialist described the facility as “unprofessional, chaotic, and mismanaged. So much room for improvement,” one social services technician wrote: “Great job, the company was a great learning experience and provided several opportunities to grow and gain a skill set.”</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>LBHS accepts most major insurance providers, including United Healthcare, Aetna, TriCare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. It is also one of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">145 (49.7 percent) facilities in the state</a> that accepts Medicaid, and the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/GA17.pdf" target="_blank">96 (32.9 percent) facilities that accept Medicare</a>.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Legacy+Behavioral+Health+Services+in+Valdosta,+GA&rlz=1C1OPRA_enUS578US578&ei=eyZGXLlD55X9BoDUs5AE&start=0&sa=N&ved=0ahUKEwj57KnF1v_fAhXnSt8KHQDqDEI4FBDy0wMIbg&biw=1002&bih=1002#lrd=0x88ee67b5211388a7:0x52bb95dbe1fbe670,1,,," target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/behavioral-health-services-of-south-georgia-tifton" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/behavioral-health-services-of-south-georgia-tifton</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Behavioral-Health-Services-of-South-Georgia/reviews?fcountry=ALL" target="_blank">https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Behavioral-Health-Services-of-South-Georgia/reviews?fcountry=ALL</a></small></p>
— Melanie Green · 2019-01-24 17:06:32 PST
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