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South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
8012 South Crandon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60617
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Admissions
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South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency - drug and alcohol detox center in Chicago, IL

About

About South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency

South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency is a Joint Commission-accredited substance use treatment facility located at 8012 South Crandon Avenue in Chicago, IL 60617. The center operates around the clock, every day of the week, and holds certification as an Opioid Treatment Program — a distinction that places it among a smaller subset of Chicago facilities equipped to provide structured opioid treatment alongside broader chemical dependency services. For individuals or families making urgent decisions about withdrawal management, that 24/7 availability and clinical credentialing matter immediately.

The facility’s continuum of care spans four distinct levels: medical detox, residential treatment, an outpatient program, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Medical detox sits at the front end of that continuum, providing supervised withdrawal management for individuals who require a medically monitored setting before stepping into longer-term treatment. The presence of both residential and outpatient levels means patients can transition through care without needing to change facilities entirely.

Clinically, the center addresses co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis alongside substance use, and incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a therapeutic method. Trauma and PTSD are recognized conditions treated at the facility, which reflects a broader clinical lens than substance use alone. This capacity to treat psychiatric complexity alongside addiction is a meaningful differentiator for patients whose histories include trauma or mental health diagnoses.

South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency serves several specific populations, including veterans, seniors and older adults, men, individuals requiring HIV/AIDS support, and those entering treatment through court-ordered referrals. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, and self-pay — a range broad enough to serve Chicago’s South Side community across different financial situations. The facility can be reached directly at (773) 356-5077.

  • Certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) with 24/7 medical availability every day of the week
  • Joint Commission (JCAHO) accreditation — one of the recognized benchmarks for clinical quality in detox and residential care
  • Full continuum from medical detox through residential and into intensive outpatient, all at one facility
  • Treats co-occurring disorders and trauma/PTSD alongside substance use — critical for patients with complex clinical histories
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, state insurance, private insurance, and self-pay, serving a wide range of Chicago South Side patients

Treatment

What this center treats and how

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

Location

Where it is

8012 South Crandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management in Chicago

South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency provides medical detox as the entry point for patients who need supervised withdrawal management before engaging in ongoing treatment. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, which means clinical staff are available at any hour — a practical reality that matters when withdrawal symptoms do not follow a business schedule.

As a certified Opioid Treatment Program, South Shore holds a federal and state certification that authorizes it to deliver structured opioid treatment protocols. That certification, combined with Joint Commission accreditation, positions the facility as one of the more formally credentialed detox and treatment options on Chicago's South Side. Patients requiring medically supervised detox followed by residential or outpatient care can access both within the same system.

Levels of Care: From Inpatient Detox to Outpatient Programs

South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency operates across four levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, an outpatient program, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). This structure allows for clinical progression — a patient who enters through medical detox can move into residential treatment and, eventually, into IOP as their stability improves, without being transferred to a completely different organization.

The intensive outpatient program provides a structured treatment schedule for individuals who do not require 24-hour residential supervision but still need more support than a standard outpatient program offers. For families weighing detox options in Chicago, this range of levels means the center can accommodate patients at different points of clinical need rather than serving only one end of the severity spectrum.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment and Specialized Populations

The facility treats co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis, meaning patients dealing with both a substance use disorder and a psychiatric condition — such as trauma or PTSD — can receive treatment that addresses both simultaneously. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is among the confirmed therapeutic methods used at the center, offering a structured, skills-based approach to changing the thought patterns that sustain addictive behavior.

South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency also serves populations with specific needs: veterans, seniors and older adults, men, individuals with HIV/AIDS-related concerns, and court-ordered patients. This breadth of population-specific services reflects a facility built to serve a community with diverse clinical and social circumstances, not a narrow demographic slice.

Insurance and Payment Options at South Shore Hospital

Cost and coverage are often the first practical barriers families face when searching for a detox center. South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency accepts Medicaid, Medicare, state insurance, private insurance, and self-pay. That combination of public and private payment options is meaningful in a neighborhood context where patients may be uninsured, underinsured, or reliant on public coverage.

To confirm current availability, verify insurance coverage, or ask about the admissions process, contact the facility directly at (773) 356-5077 or by email at tdanderson@sshcorp.org. The facility is located at 8012 South Crandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617, and is open 24 hours a day.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash State Insurance
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO) Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Common questions

FAQs About South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency

Does South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency offer medical detox? +
Yes. Medical detox is one of the confirmed levels of care at South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is certified as an Opioid Treatment Program. Patients requiring supervised withdrawal management can contact the facility directly at (773) 356-5077.
What levels of care are available at South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency? +
The facility offers four levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, an outpatient program, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). This continuum allows patients to transition through progressively less intensive levels of care within the same facility system.
Is South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency accredited? +
Yes. The facility holds accreditation from The Joint Commission (JCAHO), which is a widely recognized standard for clinical quality in substance use treatment settings. It is also certified as an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) by the relevant federal and state authorities.
What insurance does South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency accept? +
The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, state insurance, private insurance, and self-pay. Patients should contact the admissions team at (773) 356-5077 or tdanderson@sshcorp.org to confirm coverage details for their specific plan.
Does the facility treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside addiction? +
Yes. South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency is confirmed to treat co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis, as well as trauma and PTSD. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is among the therapeutic methods used at the center.
What populations does South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency specialize in serving? +
The facility serves several specific populations, including veterans, seniors and older adults, men, individuals with HIV/AIDS-related concerns, and court-ordered patients. This range of specialized services reflects a facility equipped to address varied clinical and social circumstances.
Is South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency open on weekends and holidays? +
Yes. The facility is confirmed to operate 24 hours a day, every day of the week, including Saturdays and Sundays. This around-the-clock availability is relevant for individuals or families facing an urgent need for detox or withdrawal management.
Where is South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency located? +
The facility is located at 8012 South Crandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617, in Cook County. It serves the Chicago area and can be reached by phone at (773) 356-5077 or by email at tdanderson@sshcorp.org.
What is an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification? +
An Opioid Treatment Program certification is a federal and state authorization that allows a facility to provide structured opioid treatment protocols as part of its clinical services. South Shore Hospital Chemical Dependency holds this certification, which is separate from its Joint Commission accreditation.
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