AGS Programs

Baltimore, MD 21205

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About AGS Programs

  • Location: Baltimore, MD
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Online Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About AGS Programs

Helping individuals become their best selves, AGS Programs provides mental health and substance use treatment with a strong person-centered philosophy. They believe in treating each person with dignity, respect, and care. Clients can expect tailored support grounded in an evidence-based approach, aiming to improve life through culturally aware, compassionate care that meets individual needs.
Their partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers intensive day treatment for those needing more support without staying overnight. It allows individuals to focus on recovery while staying connected to their daily routines. AGS also provides low intensity housing, offering a structured, sober living space that encourages independence and helps reduce the risk of relapse.
The center combines therapy, housing, and prevention to support long-term wellness. As a psychiatric rehabilitation program (PRP) provider, AGS emphasizes skills development, re-training, and education that help individuals live and work more independently. Their focus on reaching high-risk populations early makes prevention a key part of their mission to build stronger, healthier communities.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like AGS Programs provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Adolescents Children Girls Boys

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home
Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Regular outpatient treatment Long-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Medicaid State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at AGS Programs

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Life Skills, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

AGS Programs offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Life Skills) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. AGS Programs works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

Baltimore, MD, 21205

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Levels of Care

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Treatment Philosophy

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Conditions & Substances Treated

Drug Addiction

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Frequently Asked Questions

AGS Programs accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

AGS Programs offers Outpatient, with therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Online Therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in MD or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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