MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT FOR IAFF MEMBERS

IAFF Center of Excellence Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Accepting Clients

This facility accepts insurance and is accepting new clients.

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Address

13400 Edgemeade Rd.
Upper Marlboro, MD

Phone

(301) 358-0192

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Our Facility

The IAFF Center of Excellence is a first-of-its-kind rehabilitation center designed especially for and by firefighters. The 60-bed facility, located on 15 acres just outside Washington, DC, gives these fire fighters and first responders the opportunity to receive treatment among peers, led by clinicians who have experience working with these professionals. 

Levels of Care

  • Medical Detox

  • Inpatient/Residential Rehab

  • Partial Hospitalization

  • Intensive Outpatient Program

  • Outpatient Rehab

  • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

  • Teletherapy

Our Amenities

The amenities at the IAFF Center of Excellence offer members recreational and therapeutic opportunities that complement treatment and encourage healing.

Fully equipped gym
Basketball court
Outdoor volleyball
Reflection areas
Outdoor walking trails
Yoga and writing therapy

Your Recovery Is Our Mission

james grimesjames grimes ★★★★★ Tia YamamotoTia Yamamoto ★★★★★ The IAFF COE is a family of people who strive to help fellow firefighters and EMS through a number of substance abuse and mental health conditions. I personally got the chance to go and benefit from their services Fall-Winter 2024. My life has been forever changed by the many patients and staff who were and continue to be a part of my continuous journey in healing.From the time you get there to the time you leave, the Front Desk Manager (Ms. Vonnie), Admin Supervisor (Sam) and CEO (David) give you a warm welcome and are more than happy to assist with any questions you may have!The Nursing Staff (Kim, Brandi, Cassandra, Raheal, Beverly, Rachel, and Katrina) provide excellent care in ensuring all your medications are safe and available during several hours of the day. Each of them were personable toward me and my needs and provided an extra sense of care when it came to the times I required medications for something as small as a migraine or mild anxiety attack.I got the privilege to meet with most of the Medical Staff, (Dr. Late, Dr. Korman, Dr. Abby, and Kaelyn) who provided the best combination of medications I needed to manage my diagnosis. They constantly checked in to ensure everything was working to my liking.Everyone on the Clinical Staff (Claudette, Remi, Tiffany, Kimberly, Shelby, Raina, Janae, Robin, Ashley, Kortney, Alanna, Grace, Dan, Pat, Kristi, and Kie-aire) was amazing in teaching classes, challenging me, and provided engaging topics to assist with real life issues I will encounter on and off the job. I am able to use the skills learned to tackle everyday life hurdles and overcome many challenges. Claudette was my personal clinician and I applaud her for dealing with my push back and never giving up on me!The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Team (Sherica, Pam, Allo, Eti, Francis, Makenzie, Harrison, Andrea, LaKeisha, Daija, Nay, Darnell, Thomas, Marlon, Jonathan, Terry, Nick, and Tomika) did an amazing job making me feel like family. Being that I was the only African American female here at the time of my stay, they did an amazing job welcoming me and continuously reassuring me that I am not alone. That was something that really touched me and I was greatly appreciative of this.Both the Kitchen Staff (Terrie, Von, Brandon, Dominic, and Chad) and the Cleaning Staff (Juan Jose, Erick, Khaterine, and Sonia) also do a great job to ensure everything is tidy, clean, and our bellies are nice and full.I again am forever thankful for the family and friends I made here, and have nothing but AMAZING things to say about this facility! I would be happy to recommend this place to any and all fellow Fire & EMS in need! Thank you to any staff seeing this review and keep up the good work because you all know what you are doing and are doing GREAT!TimTim ★★★★★ My only complaint would be that all decisions seem to go through one person. This also appears to be for medical reasons.Chris BonnerChris Bonner ★★★★★ Mrs V. Is the #1 most kindhearted, genuine and caring person that you’ll encounter there .wally lowewally lowe ★★★★★ The COE is the place to go for any firefighter who is struggling with any mental health or substance abuse.It took 3yrs before I decided that I could not battle my ptsd and addiction to alcohol anymore,I was going to lose!I would not have lasted more tha1 day at a conventional rehab facility. This place makes you feel comfortable from the moment you get there. I was there for 38 days and I don't regret 1 minute. If you are struggling and need help don't hesitate to call and get help. The Center of Excellence saved my life!!Best,Wally LoweDavid BurrissDavid Burriss ★★★★★ The COE is an amazing place that provides great support and comfort for self-healing with guidance. I would recommend this place to anyone in my family and friends who needs help. You make amazing connections with all sorts of individuals and counselors. If you're thinking about going, you’re taking the right steps in the proper direction. Take care, and God Bless.Patrick PattonPatrick Patton ★★★★★ Great facility. Staff makes you feel welcome from the start. Every staff member genuinely cares about you. No complaints from me.James BryantJames Bryant ★★★★★ The COE changed my life. I now know how to process my trauma and be a better person all around. The staff is great and all of them care for you.Jeffery SlatteryJeffery Slattery ★★★★★ COE , HELPED ME NAVIGATE THRU A DIFFICULT TIME IN MY LIFE !!! I HAVE BENEFITED FROM THE EXPERIENCE !!!Randy BaylorRandy Baylor ★★★★★ Wonderful place and staff. Left feeling like a new person.Tom StanleyTom Stanley ★★★★★ I wasted half of my life excessively using alcohol. During that time, I was so anxious I didn’t know what normal felt like. After putting my trust into the clinicians, my peers, and graduating, I feel like a completely new person. The staff is amazing. The facility is clean. The food is good. If you are an iaff member and need mental health or substance abuse help, COME HERE!Michael FealyMichael Fealy ★★★★★ Magical place, I came out of here a much better and different person. Would highly recommend to anyone with any type of addictionMisty SimsMisty Sims ★★★★★ Would recommend to any first responder struggling with PTSD. Staff and counselors are amazing.jacob mccordjacob mccord ★★★★★ If you’re broken and beaten by life, your job, expectations, failure, family, or even just the road in general, the center of excellence has a solution. You will have to work but they will give you every tool to succeed in that work.Every single person on that campus from the second they see you, wants you to succeed and be healthy. They want you thrive and overcome whatever adversaries you have. You can take off your worries, give it to them, and let them lead you to victory.The Lord dwells in this place whether believe it or not. The healing that happens here couldn’t happen anywhere else.Scott PearsonScott Pearson ★★★★★ Amazing experience!!! A place for IAFF Firefighters to come and learn about their trauma and addictions but more importantly how to regain confidence while among peers with similar concerns.David TaylorDavid Taylor ★★★★★ Doing well retired and Becouse of all of you there learned how to injoy llike and all it has to offer miss all the friend that I made there hope all are doing well!!!kevin sheakevin shea ★★★★★ Thank God the IAFF implemented this program!! I had no where to go and this saved me!Tom EdgeTom Edge ★★★★★ Are you suffering from substance abuse, mental health issues or PTSD?Are you a Firefighter or Emergency Responder?Have you or a loved one realized you need help?This 35 year Firefighter did and came to the COEThe Clinicians, Therapists, Support and Administrative staff are second to none!The facility and grounds are comfortable and well thought out. Conducive for interaction and open dialogue.If you put in the work and use the tools they provide. You will be on the road to recovery!Response from the ownerTom, thank you for your kind review. Our staff strives to provide each of our patients with the tools and coping strategies to succeed in their recovery. We wish you the best in your recovery and happy holidays! Renard JonesRenard Jones ★★★★★ It was extremely helpful and the staff was awesome, they listened and provided feedback and coached me through my situations and provided nothing but helpful and encouraging advice.Crystal PlumpeCrystal Plumpe ★★★★★ The IAFF Center of Excellence saved my life! If you're a firefighter and need mental health and/or substance abuse help, you should make the call. A great team is waiting to help you and you'll be with brothers and sisters with many of the same struggles.I'm still using what I learned at the COE, even a year later. I found meaning and purpose in life.Terry MathewsTerry Mathews ★★★★☆ This is a shout out to all the awesome BHT’s and other wonderful staff.6/4 they 7/13.RespectfullyVince Vassallo (Fairway Turf)Vince Vassallo (Fairway Turf) ★★★★★ “This treatment center has been nothing short of life-changing for me. I came here feeling broken after other treatment programs, but from the moment I arrived, I felt a deep sense of hope and genuine care. Dr. Abby, Dr. Latte (sky's the limit), Dr. Korman—thank you for your patience, expertise, and for never giving up on me, even during my toughest moments. Each of you has been a lifeline in my journey, and I am forever grateful.Remi, the clinical director, is not only a mentor but also a true friend who stood by me when I struggled to find my way. Thank you for your unwavering support. My clinician, Ashley, held me accountable in ways that I needed most, and her guidance was essential in helping me see what I was truly capable of. I didn’t get to say it enough: thank you, Ashley, for helping me believe in myself again.To Ms. Vonnie—your warmth, wisdom, and kindness made every day feel like I had a family here. You treated each of us like your own, and that made all the difference. I’m so grateful to the entire team, from the compassionate nurses to the dedicated techs, the cooks who nourished us, and the staff who kept everything running smoothly. You all play such vital roles, and your care never went unnoticed.If you come into this program ready to do the work, your life can truly change forever. I’m walking away with a renewed belief in myself, and for that, I’ll be forever thankful. I feel incredibly fortunate to have crossed paths with every staff member and fellow firefighters I met during my stay. This place gave me the tools I needed to rebuild, and I can’t thank everyone here enough.”To each and everyone of you who have made suggestions to better my life and become a better father. Thank youAaron CliburnAaron Cliburn ★★★★★ The COE is one of those places that is hard to describe with plain words. After spending 40 days in treatment, I can truly say it changed my life for the better. I walked in to the COE as a shell of a man, I walked out on my own two feet and have remained strong and prepared in a turbulent return home. The group therapies are incredible. The clinicians seem to almost universally share a passion to group therapy. All of the staff do a great job making sure our stay and healing happens as unobstructed as possible. As stated, the clinicians all deserve a ton of thanks. For me, two in particular went above and beyond. Denise and Remi. These two seem to make magic happen and helped me through the most trying times of my adult life. I am so thankful I got to meet them, they were so instrumental in restoring my happiness. I will never forget them, and I am forever in debt. I would not hesitate to return to the COE. Thank you to the IAFF COE, you all are truly helping. You really are changing and saving lives.AaronIAFF L2444Witty HandleWitty Handle ★★★★★ The COE was one of the best and most important things that have happened in my life. Starting with Marc, and going all the way to the custodians, these people really care about what they are doing, and are amazing people. The day I arrived there, I was terrified and had no idea what to expect. The day i left i was a different person for the better. I cant recommend this place enough.Anthony CateAnthony Cate ★★★★★ The C.O.E. is amazing. The clinicians, the therapist, and the BHT's truely care about your well being, and it shows. I've often felt the "Brother and Sisterhood" was gone from the fire service, I know after my stay, the Brotherhood and Sisterhood is still alive and well. The bond you make here with fellow FF'S will be for life.Response from the ownerWe love hearing positive stories like this. Thank you for sharing! js_loader

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