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Location
517 West Grace Street, Richmond, VA 23220
Phone
804-783-2505 x236Website
http://www.dailyplanetva.orgPrimary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
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About Daily Planet Health Services
Daily Planet Health Services in Richmond, VA offers outpatient substance abuse treatment with a mission rooted in expanding access to quality care for all. The program uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and includes a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program focused on opioid overdose prevention. Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, sliding scale fees, and financial assistance are all accepted.
Daily Planet Health Services operates out of 517 West Grace Street in Richmond, Virginia, providing outpatient substance abuse treatment through a community health model that prioritizes access above all else. As a HRSA-funded organization, the center holds to the guiding principle that all people deserve quality health services regardless of their circumstances — a philosophy that shapes every aspect of how care is delivered. For individuals planning ongoing recovery rather than a single acute intervention, Daily Planet represents a consistent, community-anchored resource in the heart of Richmond City.
The center's primary level of care is an Outpatient Program, making it a practical fit for people who need structured substance use treatment while maintaining their daily responsibilities. Within that outpatient framework, Daily Planet Health Services also runs a dedicated Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program — a service the organization has specifically highlighted for its role in preventing opioid overdoses. The behavioral health clinic operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, offering consistent weekly access for people building a long-term recovery routine.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the confirmed therapeutic method used at Daily Planet, giving clients a structured, skills-based framework for understanding and changing the thought patterns that drive substance use. CBT is well-suited to outpatient recovery work, where clients practice and apply skills between sessions in real-world settings. The combination of CBT with MAT reflects the center's commitment to addressing both the behavioral and medical dimensions of addiction treatment.
Daily Planet Health Services has specifically built its programs to serve populations that are often underserved in traditional recovery settings — including people living with HIV/AIDS and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This focus on accessibility extends to payment as well: the center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, sliding scale fees, state insurance, and financial assistance. For Richmond-area residents navigating recovery with limited financial resources or specialized health needs, Daily Planet offers a practical and inclusive entry point into substance abuse treatment.
Outpatient Addiction Treatment in Richmond, VA
Daily Planet Health Services delivers outpatient substance abuse treatment from its location on West Grace Street in Richmond, Virginia. As part of a broader community health organization with HRSA funding, the center focuses on removing the barriers — financial, cultural, and medical — that often prevent people from accessing ongoing addiction treatment and recovery support.
The outpatient program structure allows people to engage with treatment while remaining connected to their lives, families, and community. For those in longer-term recovery who need consistent, scheduled care without a residential stay, Daily Planet's weekday clinic hours provide a reliable structure to build around. The program accepts a wide range of payment types, including Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, sliding scale, state insurance, and financial assistance.
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and CBT for Recovery
One of Daily Planet Health Services' distinguishing features within Richmond's outpatient recovery landscape is its Medication Assisted Treatment program. The organization has publicly emphasized MAT's role in preventing opioid overdoses, and it operates this service as part of its behavioral health clinic — not as a separate, standalone facility. This integration means clients can access both MAT support and behavioral health services under the same roof.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the therapeutic foundation of the addiction treatment work at Daily Planet. CBT equips people in recovery with practical tools to identify and shift the thinking patterns connected to substance use — skills that continue to support sobriety long after formal treatment ends. Together, MAT and CBT reflect an approach that addresses both the neurological and behavioral dimensions of substance use disorder.
Serving Richmond's Most Vulnerable Recovery Populations
Daily Planet Health Services has specifically shaped its substance abuse treatment programs to reach populations that often face additional barriers in standard recovery settings. The center serves individuals living with HIV/AIDS — a community with unique intersecting health needs — as well as people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, providing services in English with accessibility in mind.
This inclusive model reflects the organization's core mission: that quality care should not depend on a person's health status, background, or financial situation. For families supporting loved ones who fall into these communities, Daily Planet offers one of the few outpatient addiction treatment options in Richmond explicitly designed with their needs in consideration.
Payment Options and How to Reach Daily Planet Health Services
Affordability is a consistent barrier for people seeking addiction treatment, and Daily Planet Health Services addresses this directly. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay and cash, sliding scale fees, state insurance, and financial assistance — one of the broader payment access profiles among outpatient recovery programs in the Richmond area.
The behavioral health clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM and is closed on weekends. To learn more about the outpatient program, the MAT program, or payment options, contact Daily Planet Health Services directly at (804) 783-2505 or visit dailyplanetva.org.
Why Choose Daily Planet Health Services
- HRSA-funded community health model built on the principle that all people deserve access to quality substance abuse treatment regardless of background or ability to pay
- Dedicated Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program specifically designed to address opioid overdose prevention within an outpatient recovery setting
- Specialized populations served include people living with HIV/AIDS and individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing — groups frequently underserved in standard recovery programs
- Broad payment access including Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, sliding scale fees, and financial assistance makes outpatient treatment reachable for lower-income Richmond residents
- CBT-grounded outpatient program pairs structured skill-building with the flexibility of a Monday–Friday clinic schedule, supporting consistent long-term recovery routines
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of care does Daily Planet Health Services offer for addiction treatment?
Daily Planet Health Services provides an Outpatient Program for substance abuse treatment. This level of care is designed for people who need structured addiction treatment and recovery support while continuing to live at home and manage daily responsibilities. It is a common choice for individuals in ongoing recovery rather than acute crisis.
Does Daily Planet Health Services offer a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program?
Yes. Daily Planet Health Services operates a dedicated Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program as part of its behavioral health services. The organization has specifically highlighted MAT's role in preventing opioid overdoses. MAT is offered within the outpatient program structure at the Richmond, VA location.
What therapy methods are used in the outpatient program?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the confirmed therapeutic method used at Daily Planet Health Services. CBT is a structured, skills-based approach that helps people in recovery recognize and change the thought patterns connected to substance use. It is well-suited to outpatient recovery, where clients apply skills between sessions in everyday life.
What populations does Daily Planet Health Services specialize in serving?
Daily Planet Health Services has specifically built its programs to serve individuals living with HIV/AIDS and people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. These are populations that often face additional barriers in standard addiction treatment settings. The center's broader mission is to ensure that all people have access to quality health services regardless of their circumstances.
What payment options are accepted at Daily Planet Health Services?
The center accepts a wide range of payment types including Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay and cash, sliding scale fees, state insurance, and financial assistance. This broad payment access is particularly relevant for Richmond-area residents navigating recovery with limited financial resources.
What are the clinic hours for the behavioral health and outpatient program at Daily Planet?
The behavioral health clinic at Daily Planet Health Services is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM. The clinic is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For people building a consistent outpatient recovery routine, these weekday hours provide a reliable weekly structure.
Is Daily Planet Health Services a good fit for someone in long-term recovery rather than acute detox?
Yes. Daily Planet operates an outpatient program — not a medical detox or inpatient facility — making it well-suited for people focused on ongoing recovery, behavioral health support, and MAT maintenance rather than acute withdrawal management. It is a community-based option for sustaining and building on recovery progress.
Where is Daily Planet Health Services located?
Daily Planet Health Services is located at 517 West Grace Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220. It is situated in Richmond City and can be reached by phone at (804) 783-2505. More information is available at dailyplanetva.org.
Does Daily Planet Health Services accept Medicaid or Medicare for addiction treatment?
Yes, Daily Planet Health Services accepts both Medicaid and Medicare. The center also accepts TRICARE, private insurance, self-pay, sliding scale fees, state insurance, and financial assistance, making it one of the more financially accessible outpatient addiction treatment options in the Richmond area.
Is Daily Planet Health Services affiliated with a larger health system?
Daily Planet Health Services is a HRSA-funded organization, as noted in its own published materials. This federal funding supports its mission to provide quality health services — including substance abuse treatment — to people regardless of their financial situation or background. It operates as a community health services provider in Richmond, VA.
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