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Any person 13 years of age or older may request admittance to the Detox Center as an informal patient for observation, evaluation, diagnosis, care, and treatment. A person may involuntarily be admitted for detox pursuant to Minnesota Statute 253B.05, Sub. 2.


Location: 510 N. Front Street, New Ulm MN [Click to see map]
Mail: PO Box 642, New Ulm MN 56073
Phone: 507-359-9111
Fax: 507-359-7726
E-mail: bcec@newulmtel.net

  • Licensed by the Department of Human Services and Department of Health

  • 16 beds (2 isolation rooms) in New Ulm

  • Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors

  • Rule 25 Assessments

  • Medications for withdrawal

  • Transportation (pickup and return)
  • Secure facility

Admission Criteria

  • Individuals who are intoxicated
  • Individuals who experience physical mental, or emotional problems due to withdrawal from alcohol or other drugs
  • Individuals who are held under emergency or commitment holds
  • Individuals who need to stay in a protective environment because of a chemical dependency crisis

Program

Once a person has been admitted to the Evaluation Center, the evaluation and treatment program begins and is conducted over the next 48 to 72 hours.

First 24 hours - Medical Watch
Alcohol or drug used is being eliminated from the blood stream and withdrawal is possible. Each person is monitored very carefully and medication is given if ordered by a physician.

Second 24 hours - Chemical Use Assessments
A licensed Chemical Dependency counselor or Rule 25 Assessor will test, evaluate, interview, and refer each person.

Third 24 hours
This time is used when a patient is experiencing significant withdrawal or legal/social service matters are pending.

Once admitted to BCEC, a judge is the only person who can interrupt this process and release a patient from detox.

 

Links

Minnesota Department of Human Services http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/

Minnesota Department of Health http://www.health.state.mn.us/


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