New Advances for People with

We Make a Difference Daily

New Advances for People with Disabilities (NAPD) is a local non-profit that provides critical services to the most vulnerable of Kern County's citizens.  Having existed for more than 35 years, NAPD provides a safe and nurturing environment for over 500 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities every day. We offer programs, advocacy and skills that empower our clients to live more productive, rewarding and independent lives.

NAPD is making a difference daily.

The Department of Developmental Services is located at: www.dds.ca.gov/complaints

The Department of Developmental Services can be reached by phone at (916) 654-1987

Primary Focus of the Provider

• Substance Abuse Treatment Services

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Type of Care

• Substance abuse treatment
• Do not use medication for opioid addiction
• Accepts clients on opioid medication

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Facility Type

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Treatment Approaches

• Cognitive/behavioral therapy
• Substance abuse counseling approach
• Rational emotive behavioral therapy

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Facility Smoking Policy

• Smoking permitted in designated area

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Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, etc.)

• Outpatient
• Regular outpatient treatment

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Facility Operation (e.g. Private, Public)

• Private organization
• State substance abuse agency

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Payment/Insurance Accepted

• No payment accepted
• Federal, or any government funding for substance abuse programs

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Emergency Mental Health Services

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Payment Assistance Available

• Payment assistance (check with facility for details)

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Language Services

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Special Programs/Groups Offered

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Ancillary Services

• Individual counseling offered
• 12-step faciltitation approach
• Brief intervention approach
• Contingency management/motivational incentive
• Motivational interviewing
• Relapse prevention

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Age Groups Accepted

• Children/adolescents
• Young adults
• Adults

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Gender Accepted

• Female
• Male

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Exclusive Services

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