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

  • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

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 (fire pit)
Outdoor walking trails
Writing therapy

Your Recovery Is Our Mission

meaux Edwardmeaux Edward ★★★★★ Worth it 100%Joel KrizelJoel Krizel ★★★★★ There should be at least 3 of these facilities for firefighters. The need is great!! This facility is the only place I would trust to send fellow firefighters to get them mental health and substance issues addressed. The love that is shown is real and the brotherhood is still alive and well.Ian PalmerIan Palmer ★★★★★ Giving it five stars solely on the life changing experience I had with Raina and her expert-level EMDR process and my Clinician, Dan and his care. If it weren't for these two, I have no idea where my life would be now. What they did truly changed and saved my life.David WalshDavid Walsh ★★★★★ The IAFF Center of Excellence truly saved my life. The staff understands first responders on a level you won’t find anywhere else. I left with real tools, a clearer mind, and hope for the future. If you’re struggling, this is the place to be.James NelsonJames Nelson ★★★★★ The IAFF Center of Excellence changed my life. The program gave me the tools, guidance, and support I needed to heal and grow... not just as a firefighter, but as a person. I returned home a better father, a stronger husband, and a more grounded version of myself.The staff truly understands the unique challenges we face in the fire service, and they create an environment where you can be open, honest, and committed to change. I left with renewed purpose, practical strategies for mental wellness, and a deep gratitude for the brotherhood and sisterhood that carried me through.If you’re struggling, know that help is out there and it works. This place gave me my family back, and for that, I’ll be forever thankful.Kerry HughesKerry Hughes ★★★★★ I am leaving Tuesday to get tha help I need.John MellaceJohn Mellace ★★★★★ Would highly recommend! The professionalism of the staff and the closeness of the fellow firefighters makes it so much easier to hea. Thank you C.O.E.Daniel MeeuwsenDaniel Meeuwsen ★★★★★ Excellent place for recovery and skills for all of life. God has blessed the people and mission of this facility. Highly recommended.Jon KJon K ★★★★★ The clinicians are amazing, and the facility is set up extremely comfortable. I encourage any IAFF member to attend their program for help with mental health or substance abuse issues.Kristen BogertKristen Bogert ★★★★★ This program completely changed my life. The entire staff is dedicated to helping first responders save themselves. A powerful and unique place.Charlie WilliamsCharlie Williams ★★★★★ The best place for mental health help and addiction assistance. Dedicated to firemen and specially built to helpdaniel garrettdaniel garrett ★★★★★ The only rehab a Firefighter or EMS should go.Jeremiah SaundersJeremiah Saunders ★★★★★ The Center of Excellence is by far the best facility out there for firefighters. The clinicians are fantastic and the people who you meet and get to grow with are even better. Truly an amazing place and an amazing experience.Cory OhaganCory Ohagan ★★★★★ Great experience, would highly recommend to anyone looking for help!Robert FarmerRobert Farmer ★★★★★ This place was amazing. From the staff to the other patients, the COE fostered an atmosphere of healing. To any firefighter that may be struggling, I highly recommend checking it out. It is truly life changing!!!Prent MarrinerPrent Marriner ★★★★★ This place is amazing. The staff and peers make all the difference in the world. This place saved me.Maxime MaximovichMaxime Maximovich ★★★★★ Nadia PechacekNadia Pechacek ★★★★★ This place saved my life, I truly don't know where I would be without it. If you're on the fence and think you need help, just go. You will be glad you did!Paul RicePaul Rice ★★★★★ Only one word I can think of to describe the COE..."Magical". The entire staff was top notch. They take exceptional care of every patient. Nothing to worry about except healing. The camaraderie amongst the firefighters was incredible. This place saved my life. To be honest, I didnt want to leave.Blair LockwoodBlair Lockwood ★★★★★ It was truly a life saving experience. It not only saved my marriage, but also the relationships around me. I left there feeling like a new man with newly found friends that will last a lifetime. I can’t say how much I appreciate the entire staff. Thank you.aidan hennaidan henn ★★★★★ AlanAlan ★★★★★ This facility, the staff members and the brothers and sisters here saved my life and I will be forever grateful. If you think you need it don’t resist, pick up the phone and make that call. I won’t say it will be easy but it will be worth it!!Stephen LucianoStephen Luciano ★★★★★ The C.o.E. saved my life. I can't explain it any better than that. Get down here and do the work, you won't be sorry and your family will thank you.Stephen LoganStephen Logan ★★★★★ This therapy and facility was exactly what I needed. All of the staff were very supportive and helpful on my recovery journey. Thank You very much COE!js_loader

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