Methadone Clinic

Welcome to Center Point DAAC's Methadone Clinic - also known as the Redwood Empire Addiction Program! (REAP). Experience the difference at Center Point DAAC's Methadone Clinic, where our friendly and caring staff is dedicated to making your recovery journey as comfortable as possible. With our streamlined, fast enrollment process, you'll receive the support you need without unnecessary delays. We offer the most convenient dosing schedule in Sonoma County, thanks to our newly expanded dosing hours. And now, you no longer need to come in on Sundays—take your dose home on Saturday and enjoy your Sunday off! Sonoma County and Santa Rosa residents choose Center Point DAAC for a compassionate, efficient, and convenient treatment experience tailored to your needs.

 

YES! - Methadone treatment is 100% FREE for Partnership Health Plan (Sonoma County Medi-Cal) members, Medicare participants, and Kaiser Permanente members. We also offer an affordable private-pay rate for our medication assisted treatment services that is affordable for those that do not participate in these health plans.

New Dosing Schedule Effective Monday, October 21st, 2024

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We now provide dosing until Noon Monday through Saturday!

Take home your dose for Sundays and on major holidays! ***

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Monday through Friday

6 AM to 10 AM and 11 AM to Noon

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Saturdays

7 AM to 10 AM and 11 AM to Noon​​

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Methadone is a long-acting opioid agonist that has been extensively proven to be effective in treating opioid use disorder (OUD). It works by binding to the same opioid receptors in the brain as other opioids, such as heroin or prescription painkillers, but without producing the intense euphoria. This helps to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, allowing individuals to focus on recovery efforts. Evidence-based studies have shown that methadone maintenance treatment significantly increases retention in treatment programs and decreases illicit opioid use. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, patients receiving methadone are 4.44 times more likely to stay in treatment compared to those not receiving medication-assisted therapy. Additionally, methadone treatment has been associated with a reduction in overdose deaths and the transmission rates of infectious diseases like HIV and Hepatitis C, underscoring its effectiveness as a critical component of comprehensive OUD treatment plans.

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Patients undergoing methadone treatment for opioid use disorder often describe it as highly effective in alleviating withdrawal symptoms and reducing cravings. Many report that methadone allows them to feel "normal" again, without the constant physical and mental distress associated with withdrawal. This relief enables them to focus on rebuilding their lives, engaging in therapy, and pursuing personal goals. By stabilizing their condition, methadone provides a foundation for long-term recovery, helping patients regain control over their health and well-being. The medication is frequently praised for restoring a sense of stability and hope, which are essential components in the journey toward sustained sobriety.

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Learn about other medication-assisted treatment options you can receive for all substance use disorders at Center Point DAAC

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​*** Clients will receive a take home dose on Saturday for self-administration on Sunday. Clients must have a lockable box to pick up and store their extra methadone dose. If you miss dosing on a Saturday and/or show up on a Saturday without a lockable box, you will not receive a take home dose for Sunday. If the medical staff do not believe you can safely handle, take home, or store an extra dose, you will not receive a Sunday dose. 

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How easy is it to get started at Center Point DAAC?

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1. Complete your enrollment paperwork and assessment.

2. Complete your free physical exam and take your first dose.

3. Start your daily dosing of Methadone.

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How does Methadone work? Learn in 2-minutes:

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Learn about how medication-assisted treatment (MAT) saves lives:

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References:

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• National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2018). Medications to Treat Opioid Use Disorder Research Report. https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/medications-to-treat-opioid-addiction​​

• Mattick, R. P., Breen, C., Kimber, J., & Davoli, M. (2009). Methadone maintenance therapy versus no opioid replacement therapy for opioid dependence. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (3), CD002209. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD002209.pub2

• World Health Organization. (2009). Guidelines for the Psychosocially Assisted Pharmacological Treatment of Opioid Dependence. https://www.who.int/substance_abuse/publications/opioid_dependence_guidelines.pdf

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Getting started is easy! Click the ENROLL button in the top right-hand corner or call (707) 544-3295.