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University of IL Mile Square Health Center (FQHC)

University of IL Mile Square Health Center (FQHC) is a substance use treatment center in Chicago, IL.

Substance use treatmentDetoxificationOutpatientOutpatient methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone treatmentInsurance Accepted
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At a Glance

Location

1220 South Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Primary Focus

Substance use treatmentDetoxificationCo-occurring mental health and substance use treatment

Treatment Settings

OutpatientOutpatient methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone treatmentOutpatient detoxification

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapyDialectical behavior therapyMotivational interviewingTrauma-related counselingContingency management/motivational incentivesRelapse preventionRational emotive behavioral therapySubstance abuse counselingBrief intervention

About University of IL Mile Square Health Center (FQHC)

University of IL Mile Square Health Center (FQHC) offers outpatient addiction treatment in Chicago's Near West Side, serving people working through drug addiction, alcohol addiction, and opioid addiction. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, it brings a community health mission to substance abuse treatment — making it a distinct option for Chicago residents pursuing structured outpatient recovery.

University of IL Mile Square Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located at 1220 S Wood St in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. Operating under the University of Illinois Health system, it brings an academic medical center's resources into a community-rooted outpatient setting — a combination that sets it apart from standalone private rehab facilities in the city. The center serves the Chicago area, including residents of the Near West Side and surrounding neighborhoods seeking ongoing substance abuse treatment close to home.

The center's primary level of care is an Outpatient Program, making it well-suited for people who are ready to engage in structured recovery while continuing to manage work, family, and other daily responsibilities. This outpatient approach is a practical fit for individuals who do not require around-the-clock residential treatment but need consistent, professional support as part of a longer-term recovery plan. Conditions treated include drug addiction, alcohol addiction, and opioid addiction.

As a federally qualified health center, Mile Square operates with a community health mission at its core — a philosophy that prioritizes access and continuity of care for the populations it serves. That public health orientation shapes how the center approaches addiction treatment: as an ongoing health issue requiring sustained outpatient support, not a single acute episode. The center is open Monday and most weekdays from 8 AM to 5:30 PM, with Tuesday hours starting at 9:30 AM, and Saturday morning availability from 8 AM to 12 PM, giving patients flexible scheduling options across the week.

Mile Square Health Center serves Chicago-area adults navigating drug addiction, alcohol addiction, or opioid addiction through its outpatient recovery program. People who are seeking a recovery center embedded within a broader health system — one that treats addiction as a medical and community concern — will find the center's FQHC model meaningfully different from traditional standalone treatment facilities. Its location on the Near West Side, proximity to the University of Illinois at Chicago campus, and community health mandate make it a notable outpatient option in the Chicago addiction treatment landscape.

Outpatient Addiction Treatment in Chicago Through a Community Health Lens

Mile Square Health Center approaches addiction treatment as a sustained community health issue rather than a short-term crisis to be managed. As a Federally Qualified Health Center operating under the University of Illinois Health system, it delivers outpatient substance abuse treatment grounded in a public health mission — one focused on access and continuity for the people and neighborhoods it serves in Chicago.

For people in recovery who are weighing their options, the outpatient program at Mile Square offers structured support without requiring a residential stay. That makes it particularly relevant for those transitioning out of a more intensive level of care, or for those whose circumstances call for a recovery program that fits into an already active life. The center is located at 1220 S Wood St in Chicago's Near West Side, within Cook County.

Who Mile Square's Outpatient Recovery Program Serves

The outpatient program at Mile Square Health Center is designed for individuals dealing with drug addiction, alcohol addiction, or opioid addiction. As a community-oriented FQHC, the center serves the broader Chicago area, with particular roots in the Near West Side. Its connection to the University of Illinois Health system means patients are engaging with a treatment environment that sits at the intersection of community medicine and addiction recovery.

People seeking an outpatient addiction treatment program in Chicago that carries a genuine public health orientation — rather than a purely private clinical one — will find Mile Square's FQHC designation meaningful. The center's operating hours span Monday through Saturday, with weekday availability through late afternoon and Saturday morning hours, designed to work around the schedules of people actively managing recovery alongside other responsibilities.

Scheduling and Access for Chicago-Area Patients

Accessibility is central to the FQHC model, and Mile Square Health Center reflects that through its operating schedule. The center is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 AM to 5:30 PM, Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM. This spread of hours gives individuals pursuing outpatient addiction treatment in Chicago real options for fitting appointments into their week.

Prospective patients and family members can reach Mile Square Health Center by phone at (312) 996-2000. The center is located at 1220 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608, accessible to residents throughout Cook County seeking nearby outpatient substance abuse treatment.

Why Choose University of IL Mile Square Health Center (FQHC)

  • Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) model — community health mission built into the center's structure, not just its marketing
  • Part of the University of Illinois Health system, connecting outpatient addiction treatment to academic medical infrastructure
  • Treats drug addiction, alcohol addiction, and opioid addiction under one outpatient recovery program in Chicago
  • Saturday morning hours and weekday availability provide scheduling flexibility for people balancing recovery with daily life
  • Near West Side Chicago location makes it accessible to residents across multiple city neighborhoods seeking local outpatient care

Frequently Asked Questions

What level of addiction treatment does Mile Square Health Center offer?

Mile Square Health Center offers an Outpatient Program for people dealing with drug addiction, alcohol addiction, or opioid addiction. This level of care is suited for individuals who want structured addiction treatment while continuing to live at home and manage their daily responsibilities. It is particularly relevant for people pursuing longer-term recovery outside of a residential or inpatient setting.

What conditions does Mile Square Health Center treat?

The center treats drug addiction, alcohol addiction, and opioid addiction through its outpatient program. It serves people in the Chicago area, including residents of Cook County, who are seeking ongoing substance abuse treatment within a community health framework.

Where is Mile Square Health Center located?

The center is located at 1220 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608, in the Near West Side neighborhood. It is part of the University of Illinois Health system and serves patients across the Chicago area and Cook County.

What are Mile Square Health Center's hours for addiction treatment?

The center is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 AM to 5:30 PM, Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM. The center is closed on Sundays. These hours are designed to give patients in outpatient recovery flexible scheduling options across the week.

How is Mile Square Health Center different from a private rehab center?

Mile Square is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating under the University of Illinois Health system, which means its approach to addiction treatment is rooted in a community health mission. That public health mandate distinguishes it from standalone private treatment facilities in Chicago and shapes how it delivers outpatient substance abuse care.

Is Mile Square Health Center a good fit for someone already in recovery looking for outpatient support?

Yes. The outpatient program at Mile Square is structured for people engaging with recovery on an ongoing basis rather than those in an acute crisis requiring detox or inpatient care. For individuals transitioning from a more intensive level of care or seeking sustained outpatient treatment, the center's program and schedule are designed to support longer-term recovery.

How do I contact Mile Square Health Center to learn more about their outpatient program?

You can reach Mile Square Health Center by calling (312) 996-2000. The center is located at 1220 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608, and more information is available through the University of Illinois Health website.

Does Mile Square Health Center serve people outside of the Near West Side of Chicago?

Mile Square Health Center's listed service area is Chicago broadly, making it an option for residents across the city and Cook County who are looking for outpatient addiction treatment. Its Near West Side location is accessible from many Chicago neighborhoods.

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