Methadone  

THESE programs offer methadone (a longer-acting opiate taken in liquid or tablet form) as a substitute for heroin and other opiates. Programs include short-term (21-day to six-month) detoxification with gradually lower doses of methadone, or long-term methadone maintenance. Maintenance helps the addict achieve greater stability in key life areas.

JANUS OF SANTA CRUZ THE COMMUNITY CLINIC Methadone Maintenance and Detox Program 1000 Emeline Ave. Building A (entrance in back) Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 425-0112	Medication Assisted Treatment for Opiate Addiction Janus uses two forms of medication assisted treatment for opiate addiction, each designed to help break the pattern of addiction in ways that are safe and effective. The Clinic Medical Director has many years of experience in prescribing methadone and buprenorphine and overseeing these courses of treatment. In collaboration with each patient, the Janus clinical team determines which medication will be most effective. Counseling and patient involvement is an integral part of the ongoing treatment. Medi-Cal accepted. Wheelchair accessible. Bilingual.