Ames, Iowa Inpatient Drug Rehab Facilities

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Dr. Mark Illumanti, MD

Medical Director The Freedom Center

Mark joined the medical team at The Freedom Center in September 2018 as the Medical Director. He received his medical degree in Mexico with further certification from Rutgers Medical School in New Jersey. He then attended New York Medical College for his residency training. Prior to being hired at The Freedom Center, he spent over twenty years working in the field of addictions treatment, and has been involved in nearly every treatment setting, from outpatient to residential to maintenance management. As the Medical Director, Mark works with the staff to coordinate the appropriate level of care for each individual client. He works directly with the clients on management of medical issues both related to and separate from their addiction, ensuring comprehensive health care plans that ensure our clients’ chances at recovery. What he has found to be most rewarding about working in the addictions treatment field is being able to help suffering addicts and alcoholics to realize their fullest potential.

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Lisa Dehorty

CEO Recovery Centers of America Capital Region

Lisa Dehorty has over 20 years of experience in the substance abuse and treatment industry. After earning her Masters of Healthcare Administration from St. Joseph's University, Masters of Psychology from Towson State University and Bachelors of Psychology from Shepherd University, she began her career as an Admission Counselor at an addiction treatment center. Lisa quickly progressed to Assistant Director of Admissions, and then to Director of Admissions. As she continued to grow in her career, she never lost focus of her number one goal: Reconnect patients with recovery. Lisa is known to be an innovative leader and has diversified skills including insurance and managed care contracting, development and implementation of policies and procedures, and knowledge and adherence to accreditation standards and state regulations.

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Michael Ogden

CEO Recovery Centers of America at Bracebridge Hall

Michael brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and skill to Bracebridge Hall. Michael has spent the last 18 months as Executive Director at Recovery Centers of America at Devon . Over the course of his career, Michael has held clinical, operations, marketing and a variety of leadership roles. He’s been the Executive Director, Program Director or Administrator of several organizations working with both adults and adolescents. Michael holds a BA in Psychology from Saint Leo University and Master of Public Health from Drexel University. Michael is also a US Navy Veteran.

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Treatment Facts

• Iowa ranks 2nd in treatment centers servicing/accepting access to Recovery (ATR) vouchers per 100,000 residents. Colorado is just 1 spot worse, ranked 3 out of the United States. Idaho is ranked one spot better at spot 1.
• When adjusted for population, Iowa ranks 7th in treatment centers servicing/accepting adolescents. Colorado is just 1 spot worse, ranked 8 out of the United States. South Dakota is just 1 spot better, ranked 6 out of the United States.
• For matrix model clients, Iowa ranks 8th in population-adjusted treatment centers. Hawaii is ranked slightly worse, ranked 9. Minnesota is ranked one spot better at spot 7.
• Iowa is 11th among U.S. states in treatment centers servicing or accepting state Financed Insurance. Kentucky is just 1 spot worse, ranked 12 out of the United States. Connecticut is just 1 spot better, ranked 10 out of the United States.
• Iowa ranks 13th in treatment centers servicing/accepting medicaid per 100,000 residents. Oregon is just 1 spot worse, ranked 14 out of the United States. West Virginia is just 1 spot better, ranked 12 out of the United States.

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Comparing Ames Rehabilitation Clinics
Central Iowa is known for marijuana use, including in the Ames area. Many drug busts have been made in the past several years, resulting in numerous arrests. Despite the prevalence of marijuana in Ames, you do not have to choose to live with addiction.

Now is the time to break free and live a life filled with hope and happiness.

Questions to Answer Before Signing Up for Rehabilitation Treatment

Before signing up for rehabilitation treatment, answer some questions about your drug use. How often do you use drugs? How much is it costing you? Are there any benefits to your drug use? How is it affecting your relationships with your friends and family? How does someone close to you, such as a spouse or parent, feel about your drug use? What is stopping you from changing? Answering these questions will help you determine how ready you are to make the commitment to a drug-free life.

Marijuana Use Statistics

Although marijuana is often promoted as a safe and harmless drug, it is highly addictive and associated with many negative health effects. Here are some statistics about marijuana use:

Entering Treatment Facilities in Ames

Ames has several treatment facilities in the area to help you with your struggle to overcome addiction. You can also find more listings in the larger cities in Iowa, such as Des Moines and Sioux City.

If you are prepared to start your journey to a clean and sober life, we can help. Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and call us today.