A Community that cares
We are the region’s mental health and substance use resource, providing immediate support, and connecting the community to a system of providers.
Engaging Patients In Care Coordination
The EPICC program by CommCARE, is one of the first programs of its kind in the state of Missouri to fight the Opioid Crisis. Based upon successful implementation of the state’s first EPICC program in St. Louis, EPICC by CommCARE promotes a ‘Medication First’ model through transitions of care. For more information call the EPICC Helpline 816-412-9417.
Expanded Services
Includes stimulant and alcohol services to continue to support individuals struggling in our community.
When a call to the hotline is received, a Certified Peer Recovery Coach will respond within 24 hours, 24/7, providing person centered care and support to that individual.
EPICC’s Certified Peer Recovery Coaches have live experience and can uniquely connect with the individual, understanding fears, physical withdrawals and apprehension of seeking treatment.
Collaboration
Missouri Hospital Association
Missouri Department of Mental Health
Six community mental health centers
Six Kansas City-area hospitals
Ensures patients are connected to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Substance Use and Mental Health treatment, and community resources to enhance the recovery process
Provides Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution.
What We Do
Serve Jackson, Clay, Platte, and Ray counties in the state of Missouri
We can help anyone who is 18 years or older that is struggling with the use of opioid, stimulants or alcohol.
Help in interventions for any individual referred to our program
Community Partners
CommCARE contracts with the following:
Beacon Mental Health
BJC/Saint Luke’s Health System
Behavioral Health Group
Centerpoint
Centerstone
Clay County Public Health Center
Excelsior Springs Hospital
Heartland Center for Behavioral Change
Metro Area EMS
NKC Health Hospital
ReDiscover
Swope Health Services
The Curators of the University of Missouri on behalf of the Missouri Institute of Mental Health
The Missouri Hospital Association
University Health
The opioid epidemic is the most severe substance-use-related epidemic in the history of the United States. Traditional approaches to treatment have been ineffective, and deaths continue to accumulate. Communities that have expanded access to effective treatments by extending services to standard medical settings have demonstrated a remarkable reduction in mortality rates. It is imperative that our medical community reduce unnecessary barriers and obstacles to accessing lifesaving medication.
DR. DOUG BURGESS
Addictions Psychiatrist and Medically Assisted Treatment Provider, University Health
Director of Behavioral Health, Ember Program
Medical Director of Addiction Services, University Health
Associate Professor of Psychiatry, University of Missouri-Kansas City