Philosophy

We believe that chemical dependence is a primary disease that is progressive, chronic, and often fatal if left untreated. The  progressive nature of chemical dependence requires appropriate intervention to limit suffering and enhance the likelihood of successful recovery.

We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to turn his or her life around and to be treated with dignity and respect. Our services are designed to assist individuals safely through the difficulties and dangers of detoxification from chemical substances in a non-medical setting. Every effort is made to connect clients to ongoing treatment and/or community-based self-help groups.

Eligibility

Services are available to Kansas residents, 18 years of age or over, who are in need of a safe, supportive environment in which to manage their withdrawal from alcohol and/or other drugs.

Admission priority is given to:

• Pregnant women

• HIV-positive individuals

• Injection drug users

Johnson County Mental Health Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or

Referrals to the detox unit are typically screened by telephone prior to admission to ensure appropriate placement, but drop-in clients may be admitted if appropriate.

• Clients must have used alcohol and/or other drugs within 72 hours prior to admission and must be experiencing physiological symptoms of withdrawal from chemical substances or be in imminent danger of withdrawal.

• Clients must be medically stable and ambulatory.

• Clients must be free from suicidal, homicidal, or psychotic behaviors.

• Clients on medications are accepted.

Prescription medications must be in original pharmacy-labeled containers.

The Adult Detoxification Unit (ADU) operates 24 hours a day and accepts admissions around the clock.

ADU is a non-medical detox program. Withdrawal symptoms are monitored and evaluated by ADU staff throughout detoxification, and clients are referred for medical care when necessary.

The average stay at detox is brief. Clients are typically stabilized within a few days. After stabilization, clients are referred to other service providers for ongoing treatment or are connected with community-based recovery support groups such as AA or NA.

Referrals to mental health services are made for clients with psychiatric and other mental health problems.

Accommodations