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Next Steps For Change

Wichita, KS

SAMHSA Verified

in Wichita, KS.

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Direct line to Next Steps For Change: (608) 466-6677

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About Next Steps For Change

Next Steps for Change is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals struggling with substance use by providing peer support and recovery coaching services. Serving Monroe, La Crosse, and Vernon counties in Wisconsin, the center connects participants with trained peer support professionals who have personal experience in recovery, fostering a compassionate community that inspires hope and drives change.
The center offers comprehensive training programs for those in recovery who wish to become peer support professionals, including Recovery Coach Basics, Recovery Coach Academy, and certifications for Peer Specialists and Parent Peer Specialists. By employing individuals who have navigated the recovery process, Next Steps for Change ensures that support is grounded in shared understanding and mutual empowerment. This peer-led approach has been shown to enhance empowerment, social functioning, and overall quality of life for participants.
What sets Next Steps for Change apart is its role as a "hub" for peer support, seamlessly connecting individuals seeking assistance with peers who can walk alongside them on their recovery journey. The organization collaborates with other professionals to receive referrals and integrate services, creating a holistic support network that addresses the unique needs of each individual.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Contact & Location

Address

933 North Topeka, Wichita, KS 67214

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Facility direct line

(608) 466-6677

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Next Steps For Change accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (608) 466-6677 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other KS centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Next Steps For Change offer?
Does Next Steps For Change have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Next Steps For Change use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Next Steps For Change?
Call the facility directly at (608) 466-6677 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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