Community Action Against Addiction

Community Action Against Addiction offers two outpatient levels of care designed for people at different points in their recovery journey. The standard Outpatient Program provides structured, ongoing substance abuse treatment for those who have stabilized and are building a long-term recovery routine. The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a more concentrated schedule for people who need a stronger support framework while remaining in their home environment.

Both programs are available Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with additional Saturday morning availability from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. This scheduling flexibility is a practical feature for working adults and caregivers in the Cleveland area who cannot step away from daily responsibilities for residential treatment but are serious about sustained recovery.

Many people entering an outpatient addiction treatment program carry more than a substance use diagnosis. Community Action Against Addiction addresses this directly, treating co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis — including trauma and PTSD — as part of its clinical scope. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the foundation of its therapeutic approach, a method that helps people identify and shift the thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to substance use and mental health challenges.

This integrated focus on both addiction and mental health conditions reflects the reality that lasting recovery often requires treating the whole picture. For Cleveland-area residents who have experienced trauma or who are managing a dual diagnosis alongside their recovery, this dual-focus outpatient program offers a clinically grounded place to do that work.

The center's reach across populations is one of its most distinctive features in the Cleveland recovery landscape. Veterans and military families can access care through TRICARE coverage. Pregnant women, young adults ages 18 to 25, seniors, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS are all specifically served. The center also provides services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and accepts court-ordered referrals — reflecting a commitment to removing the practical and systemic barriers that keep people from accessing outpatient addiction treatment.

This population-specific focus matters for people evaluating a long-term recovery partner. Finding a program that understands your life circumstances — whether that means military service, age, a co-occurring health condition, or involvement with the legal system — can make a meaningful difference in how well a recovery program fits the person who needs it.

Community Action Against Addiction accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay. A sliding scale fee structure and financial assistance options are also available, which significantly expands access for uninsured or underinsured residents of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County who are ready to pursue outpatient substance abuse treatment.

For families supporting a loved one through recovery, understanding payment options early in the process matters. The combination of public insurance acceptance, military coverage through TRICARE, and financial assistance programs means that cost is less likely to be the reason someone delays or skips treatment at this center. Reaching the admissions team directly at (216) 881-0765 or by email at [email protected] is the best first step to clarify coverage and scheduling.