Programs for Veterans and Active Duty Service Members at Icarus NV
The men and women who serve in the military make the ultimate sacrifice. Many spend time isolated from family and loved ones. They spend time in a mentally and physically demanding environment and must be prepared for anything. Some also face life-or-death situations or other traumatic events that they carry with them long after returning to civilian life.
It can be exhausting to carry all of this alone. Still, after returning home, you might feel like your loved ones don’t understand what you’ve been through. It can be hard to connect to others, further complicating your ability to adjust to Las Vegas life. Using drugs or drinking alcohol may feel like the only way to dull the thoughts inside your head.
Unfortunately, prolonged substance use isn’t sustainable. It causes health problems, strained relationships, and can worsen trauma and mental health symptoms. When it seems you’re alone in this, though, where can you turn for help?
Icarus Behavioral Health in Las Vegas, Nevada stands out among the leading military rehab centers across the state. We provide accredited, evidence-based care for retired and active-duty service members and unmatched support through recovery. Let’s take a closer look at what we do for the people in our communities who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Why Choose Icarus for Military Rehab?
Whether active-duty or retired, you deserve to live a life worth living. This means breaking free from the shackles of addiction and leading a healthier, more relaxed, and happier life.
At Icarus in Nevada, our specialized treatment programs cater to the unique needs of retired and active-duty military members struggling with addiction.
Shorter Waitlists Than the Department of Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs is an important resource for veterans. Unfortunately, problems with funding and staff shortages make it hard for veterans to get the prompt, quality care they deserve. It is also harder to the high-quality, specialized treatment often necessary to overcome problems with drug and alcohol use after being in the military.
At Icarus, we accept most major insurances, including TRICARE, TRIWEST, and many forms of Nevada Medicaid. We can also verify insurance over the phone and get you set up for intake, making it quicker and easier than waiting for Veterans Affairs to help. We put you in control of your care.
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You Won’t Battle Drug or Alcohol Addiction Alone
The military instills the importance of physical toughness and mental fortitude. Generally, softness is discouraged. There is also a zero-tolerance policy for substance abuse, which can make it hard to talk to anyone about your struggles with alcohol or drug addiction.
Unfortunately, even with this mental and physical fortitude, it’s hard to overcome substance use disorders alone. You’ll have support on this journey at Icarus, both from our helpful staff and others participating in peer groups at our veterans program. We also include family therapy when possible, as another resource that provides support.
Joint Commission Accreditation Speaks to the Quality of Our Programs
Being accredited by the Joint Commission highlights Icarus’ dedication to providing an excellent standard of care through safe, effective, and high-quality programs. As part of Icarus’ accreditation, our facility and veterans programs are periodically evaluated.
Some of the programs we offer include medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs, peer support groups, anger management, and mental health treatment. Medications may be used to manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings or to treat mental health conditions.
Dual Diagnosis for Co-Occurring Addiction and Mental Health Disorders
Many veterans and active duty personnel are dealing with something outside of alcohol or drug dependence. Most veterans experience at least one traumatic event while serving and 8% go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Veterans may also deal with depression, anxiety, physical pain, or other co-occurring conditions.
Dual diagnosis treats both mental health issues and substance use disorders. It uses a holistic approach focusing on you as a whole person, promoting total healing and mental wellness.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, while these co-occurring conditions exist together, it does not mean that one caused the other. However, dealing with both issues is essential for better mental health and a mindset that encourages sobriety going forward.
Privatized, Confidential Healthcare
Most branches of the military have a zero-tolerance policy for drug and alcohol misuse, even in cases of substance use disorders. While this policy is meant to discourage substance use, it also discourages military members from reaching out when they are struggling.
Icarus has strong protections in place that prevent superiors and fellow members of the military from learning of your treatment at our center. Even if a superior officer were to call, we could not disclose any information about whether you are or not receiving treatment without your written consent. You maintain privacy and dignity as we treat drug and alcohol addiction.
Upon admission, you’ll fill out a form that lists who you want to have access to information about treatment. You can choose to leave this form blank for a completely privatized experience.
Individualized Treatment
VA medical centers and other addiction treatment facilities may use a one-size-fits-all approach. Where there are times when this will work, at Icarus Nevada, we aim to be better. We customize the therapies used and our approach to healing based on the individual client.
Even though other military personnel may relate to your experience, no two people are exactly the same. For sustainable, lasting recovery, it’s important to focus on the needs of the individual.
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Who Can Receive Treatment at Icarus in Las Vegas?
Our team at Icarus Behavioral Health believes that our recovery program should be available to anyone who needs support overcoming drug or alcohol abuse. When it comes to military service members, our Las Vegas recovery program is accessible for active duty members, retired veterans, and family members of active military personnel.
Accepted Insurances
One of the things that makes Icarus so available is that we accept a wide range of public and commercial health insurance. This includes all plans for TRICARE and TRIWEST, Nevada Medicaid, Hometown Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Molina, United Healthcare, and countless others.
With such a wide range of accepted insurances, it’s easier than ever to get the help you need. Unsure of whether you’ll be covered at our drug and alcohol addiction treatment center? Call Icarus directly. We can verify your insurance and discuss treatment options right over the phone!
What Types of Substance Abuse Treatment Does Icarus Help With?
Our rehab facilities at Icarus help with all types of substance use, including alcohol, stimulants, prescription drugs, opioids, and more. We also specialize in treating co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. This makes it easy and convenient to find the help you need to heal after military service in one place.
Your treatment team at Icarus will use trauma-informed care during drug and alcohol addiction treatment. This means we’ll monitor how you respond to treatment and make adjustments as needed. When dealing with PTSD related to military service or anything else, this is essential for establishing an open, trusting relationship with therapists and other healthcare professionals.
Socialization
Whether you are stationed at Creech AFB, Nellis AFB, or elsewhere in the Silver State, it can feel comforting to know you aren’t the only military personnel in Las Vegas who is struggling with drug and alcohol misuse. Group therapy is an important element of recovery because it offers a chance to develop social skills and form relationships with people who understand military life and the temptation of alcohol and drug use afterward.
After rehab, you can continue attending support groups for substance use disorders. They provide a place to connect with others, celebrate milestones, and discuss struggles common during the recovery process.
Life Skill Building
One of the obstacles faced by individuals in the military after returning home is acclimating to life on the outside. While you may have skills ideal for combat and military life, these don’t always translate in civilian life.
At our Icarus military rehab programs in Las Vegas, life skills training is one element of our comprehensive programs for military veterans. You’ll work in therapy to understand shortcomings and how to make the changes you want to see in your life a reality.
Confidence Building
For some people, the military instills a sense of confidence by allowing you to learn new skills, overcome struggles, and feel confident in decision-making abilities. This environment doesn’t work well for everyone, though. People who have existing mental health conditions or who experience traumatic events or physical injuries while in the military may find their confidence shaken.
At Icarus Nevada, we help retired and active military personnel gain confidence through skill building and recreational therapies. Recreational therapies also play an important part in relaxation and enjoyment. They remind you that life can be enjoyable without being under the influence, even in Las Vegas, NV.
Healthy Habits and a Mindset That Supports Recovery
Things like proper sleep and nutrition, maintaining a schedule, getting medical treatment for physical ailments, and keeping your appointments will support continued recovery. For some military personnel, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a lifelong condition. However, with proper PTSD therapy and treatment, it’s possible to recognize flare-ups and triggers, learn coping skills, and overcome these struggles.
During inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, military veterans and military family members also receive mental health services. Mental health challenges, trauma, and substance abuse can put you in a negative frame of mind, making it hard to see positivity in your future. We help you overcome these negative thinking patterns during drug and alcohol rehab, helping you achieve a mindset that supports success.
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Reach Out to Icarus Nevada Today and Start Living Again!
Battles against the thoughts in your head might rival those fought on the ground. Much like you have the support of your unit in the military, Icarus will stand alongside you and fight mental battles veterans commonly struggle with, including addiction. All you have to do is seek treatment.
Substance use disorders take a serious toll. Even when it seems like drinking or using drugs numbs symptoms and makes the pain go away, it’s only a temporary solution. This temporary solution also takes a toll on your finances, employment, and relationships.
Don’t face these battles alone. Icarus Behavioral Health Nevada can arm you with the tools for recovery in veteran-specific programs perfect for members of the armed forces and their families. Contact us to learn more about how we help veterans and their families today!