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Substance Use Treatment · South Ozone Park, New York

Argus Community

Medical Detox Residential Treatment
Address
114-40 Van Wyck Expressway
South Ozone Park, New York 11420
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About Argus Community

Argus Community is a substance use treatment facility located at 114-40 Van Wyck Expressway in South Ozone Park, Queens, New York. For individuals and families in the New York City area seeking structured withdrawal management, this Queens-based center offers both medical detox and residential treatment under one roof — a combination that allows patients to transition from acute detoxification into longer-term stabilization without changing facilities.

The facility provides two distinct levels of care: medical detox and residential treatment. Medical detox addresses the acute phase of withdrawal under clinical supervision, while the residential treatment program offers a structured, live-in setting for continued recovery work following detox. Having both levels available at a single location reduces the logistical and clinical gaps that often occur when patients are transferred between separate programs.

Argus Community treats co-occurring disorders and trauma or PTSD alongside substance use, recognizing that many patients present with mental health conditions that directly affect their substance use and withdrawal management. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is among the therapeutic methods used within the program, providing patients with structured, skill-based tools to address the thought patterns underlying their substance use.

The center serves a notably broad set of populations: men, women, veterans, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, and those who are court-ordered into treatment. Medicaid and state insurance are accepted, which is a significant practical consideration for many Queens residents weighing their detox program options. For veterans or individuals with dual diagnosis needs requiring medical detox followed by residential care, Argus Community presents a clinically layered option in New York City.

  • Medical detox and residential treatment available at a single Queens, NY facility — no transfer between programs
  • Accepts Medicaid and state insurance, reducing financial barriers to medically supervised detox
  • Specialized support for veterans seeking medical detox and residential care
  • Treats co-occurring disorders and trauma/PTSD alongside substance use withdrawal management
  • Serves court-ordered individuals and those with HIV/AIDS alongside general adult populations

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment
Conditions
Trauma / PTSD Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Veterans Men Women HIV/AIDS Support Court-Ordered
Languages
English

Location

Where it is

114-40 Van Wyck Expressway, South Ozone Park, New York 11420 Get directions

Ready to talk to Argus Community?

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Call (718) 322-3455

Medical Detox and Residential Treatment in Queens, NY

Argus Community offers medical detox for individuals entering withdrawal from substance use, followed by residential treatment for those who need continued clinical support after the acute detox phase. Located in South Ozone Park along the Van Wyck Expressway, the facility serves the Queens community and the broader New York City area.

The availability of both medical detox and residential treatment at one location is clinically meaningful. Patients who complete detox can move directly into residential care without being discharged and re-admitted elsewhere — a continuity that supports stability during a vulnerable period of early recovery.

Co-Occurring Disorders and Trauma Treatment

Many individuals entering a detox program carry a dual diagnosis — meaning a mental health condition such as PTSD or another trauma-related disorder exists alongside their substance use. Argus Community specifically treats co-occurring disorders and trauma/PTSD as part of its clinical scope, which is not universal among detox centers.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used within the program to address the behavioral and psychological dimensions of substance use. For patients whose substance use is intertwined with unresolved trauma or mental health challenges, having those conditions treated within the same facility as their medical detox and residential program is a practical and clinical advantage.

Who Argus Community Serves

Argus Community accepts men, women, veterans, individuals who are court-ordered into treatment, and those with HIV/AIDS support needs. This breadth of population focus reflects a facility designed to meet patients where they are, including those navigating legal mandates or complex medical circumstances alongside substance use.

Veterans in particular benefit from a facility that explicitly recognizes their population, as substance use among veterans is often connected to service-related trauma and PTSD — both of which Argus Community is equipped to address within its treatment framework.

Insurance and Payment at Argus Community

Argus Community accepts Medicaid and state insurance, which are among the most common coverage types for individuals seeking publicly funded detox programs in New York. For Queens residents who rely on Medicaid, the ability to access medical detox and residential treatment without private insurance is a critical consideration when making a same-day or urgent admission decision.

Prospective patients or family members can contact the facility directly at (718) 322-3455 or by email at info@arguscommunity.org to discuss coverage, availability, and next steps for admission into the medical detox program.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid State Insurance

Common questions

FAQs About Argus Community

Does Argus Community offer medical detox? +
Yes. Medical detox is a confirmed level of care at Argus Community in South Ozone Park, Queens, NY. The facility also provides residential treatment, allowing patients to continue structured care after completing the detox phase.
What levels of care are available at Argus Community? +
Argus Community provides two levels of care: medical detox and residential treatment. These programs are available at the same facility, enabling a direct transition from withdrawal management into residential stabilization.
Does Argus Community treat co-occurring mental health conditions? +
Yes. The facility treats co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis conditions, as well as trauma and PTSD. These are addressed as part of the treatment program alongside substance use care.
What insurance does Argus Community accept? +
Argus Community accepts Medicaid and state insurance. Individuals with these coverage types can contact the facility directly to confirm eligibility and discuss admission into the detox or residential program.
Does Argus Community serve veterans? +
Yes. Veterans are among the specific populations Argus Community is set up to serve. Given the facility's treatment of trauma and PTSD alongside substance use, it is positioned to address conditions common among veterans seeking detox and residential care.
Is Argus Community an option for court-ordered treatment? +
Yes. Court-ordered individuals are among the populations served at Argus Community. The facility offers both medical detox and residential treatment, which may satisfy requirements for medically supervised inpatient care under a court mandate.
What therapeutic approaches does Argus Community use? +
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a confirmed therapeutic method used at Argus Community. The facility also addresses trauma and PTSD and treats co-occurring disorders as part of its broader clinical approach.
Where is Argus Community located? +
Argus Community is located at 114-40 Van Wyck Expressway, South Ozone Park, NY 11420, in Queens County. The facility can be reached by phone at (718) 322-3455 or by email at info@arguscommunity.org.
Does Argus Community offer support for individuals with HIV/AIDS? +
Yes. HIV/AIDS support is listed among the populations served at Argus Community, indicating the facility has experience working with individuals managing HIV/AIDS alongside substance use treatment needs.
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