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About Ozark Center/New Directions Detox/Residential Unit
Ozark Center/New Directions Detox/Residential Unit is the addiction treatment arm of Joplin’s Freeman Health System, located at 3010 McClelland Boulevard. As part of a not-for-profit health system that operates across more than 30 locations in southwest Missouri, the program brings hospital-grade medical oversight to substance use treatment for adults living with alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Clients enter through medically supervised detox, where withdrawal is managed by clinical staff before transitioning into residential rehabilitation. The residential level of care focuses on stabilization, individual and group counseling, and relapse prevention skill-building. After discharge, outpatient services help patients maintain progress in a less restrictive setting while staying connected to the wider Ozark Center continuum, including counseling and crisis support.
Clinical work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-informed practices, and telehealth options extend reach to clients in rural Jasper County and beyond. The unit is responsive to court-ordered referrals and treats men, women, and older adults, with services available in English and accommodations for deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.
The program accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, and most commercial plans, with sliding-scale and state-funded options for those who qualify. Accreditation by CARF reflects ongoing commitment to evidence-based standards across detox, residential and aftercare services, anchoring New Directions as the regional safety-net option for substance use recovery in southwest Missouri.
- 24/7 medical detox services with continuous medical supervision for safe withdrawal management
- Part of Freeman Health System's 30-location network providing comprehensive medical support
- CARF-accredited detox protocols ensuring adherence to established withdrawal management standards
- Specialized dual diagnosis detox for patients with co-occurring mental health disorders
- Low-cost detox options with sliding scale fees and broad insurance acceptance including Medicaid and Medicare