The Co-occurring Disorders (COD) program offers a unique and innovative clinical approach in treating those who are mentally ill and also have substance abuse problems. COD is designed to bridge the gap, to treat those with both disorders.  All clinicians who work within this program are Chemical Dependency Specialists (CDPs) and/or have specialized training in substance abuse and mental health issues.  COD is treatment approach that utilizes individual and group counseling to maintain sobriety. There is also an aftercare program to help support clients once they have attained abstinence from addictive substances. 

Below is a sample list of services provided through the COD Program

Family Support & Education - Case managers work with family and friends whom the client identifies to educate them as to the symptoms of the client's diagnosis and ways in which family and friends can assist the client.  May be provided in family or group meetings.

Protective Payee - Often, DSHS requires the client to have a protective payee.  In these circumstances the case manager takes control of the client's income in order to assist the client in meeting day to day and monthly bills.  The goal is to educate the client on budgeting skills in order to return control of the income to the client. 

Medication Management - Case managers and medical staff work together to provide clients with safe access to medications.  This may mean: assisting the client with setting up a med box; distributing medication on a scheduled basis; advocating for the client with pharmaceutical companies who supply medication free of charge to the client; regular visits with the nurse of doctor; etc.

Voluntary/Involuntary Inpatient Treatment -Often clients are in need of a more controlled setting in which to deal with mental health/substance abuse issues.  When this is the case, the clinician works with the client and assists in placement in a suitable program.  When involuntary treatment is recommended, the clinician will work with the courts and the client to make this process as successful as possible.  While a client is hospitalized, the clinician works with the client and the hospital treatment staff to ensure a safe and successful transition back into the community and continuance in treatment and support.