A Guide to Getting Help as a Filmworker with IATSE 479 in GA
If you work in the growing Atlanta, Georgia, film industry, you may be curious about where to find IATSE drug rehab. The entertainment industry has exploded in Georgia, especially since 2006. That year, actor and producer Tyler Perry purchased the 300+-acre former Fort McPherson army base and converted it into a large network of sound stage sets for movie-making.
Bringing thousands of jobs to the area, including IATSE workers, the economic benefits for the Peach State have been almost incalculable. If you are an IATSE member who needs to receive addiction services, your union health insurance has you covered.
Ingrained Recovery is a premium rehab center; we offer behavioral and emotional support for all types of people who struggle with alcoholism, drug abuse, and mental health concerns.
Our experience also encompasses dual diagnoses or treating at least one addiction (drugs or alcohol) with one additional diagnosis, such as depression or anxiety.
Keep reading to learn how you can receive the help you need as an IATSE health insurance holder.
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The Film Industry in Georgia Creates Demand for Many Services
While we mentioned Tyler Perry, who has filmed and produced dozens of movies in the Atlanta region, many other individuals and streaming services have also contributed to the film industry’s growth in GA.
The following are some notable television series filmed in Georgia:
- Stranger Things
- The Walking Dead
- Ozark
- The Vampire Diaries
- MacGyver (reboot)
Here’s a brief list of some popular films crafted in Atlanta:
- Black Panther
- Avengers: Endgame
- Jumanji: The Next Level
- The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Don’t forget that, of course, the prolific “Medea” comedy series by Tyler Perry hails from Georgia.
The Impact of Mental Health on the Workplace Reveals the Need for Emotional Support
Mental health disorder, specifically substance use disorders, creates an enormous problem for employers. Good employees are not robots or machines – they are fallible human beings. It behooves employers to offer broad insurance benefits that will address mental illnesses and substance abuse.
For example, one study by the American Psychiatric Association’s Center for Workplace Health shows that alcohol abuse costs American employers $240 billion per year, including lost wages and lower productivity.
Fortunately, IATSE members have great coverage, allowing them to work with the best provider in similar situations.
Substance Abuse Treatment: Growing Stronger Families
Entire families often feel the burden of mental health concerns or the abuse of alcohol or drugs. Individuals in the family often also have emotional stress and disruptions in the home or daily living due to substance use disorders.
An example could be a sibling who naturally wants the best for their sister who struggles with drugs and depression but has refused treatment services. Unknowingly, the sober sibling depletes their own resources by helping their sister get different types of drugs.
When their sister calls at strange hours, they even drive her to unsafe locations to meet with the drug dealer. The intent of these individuals is good; however, they are unwittingly delaying people from getting the treatment and support services they need.
This scenario makes for a rocky home and family life and is unsustainable over the long term. But here’s the silver lining: Attending treatment and recovery services makes IATSE members and their family members stronger.
IATSE Members Have Access to Excellent Health Insurance Benefits
According to the IATSE website, union members can access many excellent benefits, including Empire BlueCross Blue Shield hospitalization and medical coverage. They also offer a medical reimbursement account that allows you to save money each year to pay for out-of-pocket costs not covered by health insurance.
With access to so many resources, IATSE union members can get the support they need for their mental health, including help with alcohol or drug abuse.
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Ingrained Recovery’s Confidential Helpline: Relieve the Stress of Insurance
Do you need support for substance use disorders or other mental health concerns, but you don’t know where to start? Contact Ingrained Recovery’s admissions team – calls to our helpline are free and confidential. We have the resources to connect with your insurance provider to line up any pre-authorizations you may need before you start addiction recovery and treatment.
When you call, have your insurance card handy. We’ll provide a confidential insurance verification for rehab over the phone and get to work for you. Information we need from you includes your group and member numbers. In addition, we will ask for current contact information: phone number, address, etc.
When necessary, we can call your provider and relay pertinent information about your current needs and ask for any referrals. In addition, we contact your member benefits line to coordinate any needed pre-authorization.
Our insurance coordinators will do the heavy lifting, coordinate the lines of communication, and answer all your questions along the way. Our insurance services not only save you time but also give you support at a key time once you’ve decided to get substance abuse treatment.
Sit back in the comfort of your own home, put up your feet, and relax! We will find out what treatment services you qualify for by making all those calls. When we call you back, you’ll have complete coverage and cost information, and you will have the answers to your burning questions.
Ingrained Recovery’s Confidential Helpline: Relieve the Stress of Insurance
What Types of Treatment Services Can IATSE Members Access?
Substance use disorders are eligible to receive resources equal to those for treatment of physical health conditions. Here is a short list of some of the possible treatment options your Georgia recovery center staff at Ingrained may recommend:
- Inpatient Recovery Services: Ingrained is about a 2-hour drive from the Atlanta studios where many IATSE members work at their crafts. The drive time makes it a wonderful option for anyone who seeks information on recovering in a luxurious, home-like setting. It’s far enough away to avoid a relapse but near enough for families to visit or attend therapy.
- Expert Licensed Therapists and Counselors: Our compassionate therapeutic staff members are fully licensed and hold advanced credentials. You will be under the guidance of some of the top professionals in Georgia.
- Evidence-Based Models: We rely on science-back treatment models at Ingrained Recovery. Depending on the specific condition, you may experience cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), or Motivational Interviewing (MI).
- Alternative Therapies (Equine Therapy): Many insurance providers also cover alternative therapies, such as mindfulness meditation and yoga. While we offer those, we also have an elevated offering – equine therapy. When you call our admissions helpline, be sure to mention your interest; they’ll do everything possible to coordinate that benefit for you.
These are just a quick snapshot of the treatments you may qualify for. We provide highly individualized programs for each client, so yours may vary.
Ingrained Recovery Provides Therapy in a Beautiful Setting
If you have never attended an addiction treatment center, you might have some questions about what to expect. Perhaps one of your concerns is that you will receive therapy in a cold, clinical setting. But Ingrained Recovery is exactly the opposite!
Our facility has been designed to feel like a home away from home. Inside the facility, you will receive services for drugs or alcoholism in calm, serene spaces that feel more like a luxurious living room than a clinic.
Clients have access to private rooms that are comfortable and well-appointed. We’ve thought of your every comfort and anticipated your needs. You will sleep in a cozy bed and have space to write in your journal or just reflect as you unwind at the end of a busy day of therapy.
Outside, you will have plenty of room to roam across our 50-acre campus. You will find ample outdoor seating where you can socialize with your peers or sit and read quietly. Of course, you can also stroll out to the barn and interact with the horses that we use in our equine-assisted therapy program.
We are confident you’ll love what you hear when you phone our helpline to learn more about our services.
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Contact Ingrained Recovery for Substance Use Disorder Treatment Today
Are you at the point where you can no longer carry the weight of a substance use disorder alone? Contact the admissions team at Ingrained Recovery today. Your IATSE drug rehab and alcohol rehab coverage are often excellent – and we can help you gather all the resources you need to start (and stay) clean and sober.
Our free, confidential helpline can help answer any lingering questions and help you determine the appropriate treatment level – call us today.