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The Lake County "A Way Out" Program
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A Way Out FAQ

Who is not eligible to participate in “A Way Out?”

We  do not discriminate against any individuals who want to participate in  “A Way Out”. However, if you have a warrant out for your arrest or are  currently being charged with a crime in Lake County, we cannot permit  participation. The police department will look into your case and  determine the appropriate course of action.


How does/should substance use disorder treatment work?

Please review the National Institute on Drug Abuse’s Principles of Effective Treatment for information on a recommended approach to the treatment process, and NIDA’s overview on Types of Treatment. We are committed to upholding evidence-based models of treatment through “A Way Out.”


Will anyone know about my participation in “ A Way Out”?

No. This program maintains 100% confidentiality and waivers are signed to uphold this promise.


Can my loved one(s) join me in the process? 

Yes.  We provide waivers for you to sign indicating specific details of your  loved one’s involvement in your treatment plan based entirely on your  preference.


If I become an “A Way Out” participant and relapse after completing treatment, will I be kicked out of the program?  

 No. We do not view re-initiating use as failure. Instead, we view this as part of a long-term change process.”


If I don’t have a health insurance plan will I be able to participate in the program? 

Yes. A Way Out will  make every effort to match participants with an available treatment  provider who accepts the participant’s commercial insurance, Medicaid  plan, or has financial assistance programs. Many Illinois residents who  have no insurance, and no income or ability to pay, will qualify for  assistance through the State of Illinois Division of Alcoholism and  Substance Abuse (DASA). Participants will be informed of any out of  pocket costs by the treatment provider.  At times, funding options and  bed availability may limit the options of treatment placements, but  every effort will be made to place a participant as soon as possible,  often same day.


If I have a health insurance plan, do I need to use it? 

Utilizing  health insurance plans will minimize the out of pocket treatment costs  for the participant,however many organizations have self-pay options as  an alternative. 


Does the A Way Out Program pay for treatment services?

At this time A Way Out and  the Lake County Opioid Initiative cannot contribute to treatment costs.


Outpatient Appointments

If outpatient treatment is recommended, an appointment will be made for you at The Lake County Health Department or Nicasa Behavioral Health Services that day or on the next business day for a thorough assessment and treatment planning.·        

  • Lake County Health Department (if you are in need of outpatient or intensive outpatient services in eastern Lake County)
  • Nicasa (if you are in need of outpatient or intensive outpatient services in western Lake County)
  • Nicasa (if you are in need of outpatient or intensive outpatient treatment services delivered in Spanish)
  • Treatment may or may not be provided by the Lake County Health Department or Nicasa Behavioral Health Services.
    ‍Lake County Sheriff’s Office Highway Patrol: 1301 N. Milwaukee Ave.

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