Big Island Substance Abuse Council
Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) – DUI‑Related Assessments & Counseling Support
Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) provides professional substance abuse assessments, outpatient treatment, counseling, and recovery support services that are often used for DUI‑related evaluations and clinical referrals. BISAC has served Hawai‘i Island with a full continuum of care for individuals affected by alcohol and drug use, including those whose substance use has contributed to legal problems.
DUI‑Related Support Services
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Substance Abuse Assessments – Clinical evaluations help identify patterns of substance misuse and inform individualized treatment planning (screening and assessment services are part of BISAC offerings).
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Outpatient Treatment & Counseling – Structured outpatient services provide ongoing support and therapy for individuals working on reducing substance misuse that may relate to DUI issues.
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Intensive Outpatient & Day Treatment Options – For individuals needing a higher level of support beyond typical outpatient counseling.
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Therapeutic Living Programs & Clean & Sober Homes – Structured living arrangements for those transitioning from more intensive treatment or needing supportive environments.
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Behavioral Health & Therapy Services – Licensed mental health counseling (through Hawaii Island Health & Wellness Center) addresses underlying issues related to addiction, stress, and behavioral change.
Fees & Payment Options
At BISAC, we accept multiple forms of payment to help make care accessible:
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Medicaid and Medicare
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Private insurance
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Sliding‑scale payment assistance based on income and family size, so care is affordable for qualifying individuals.
This means individuals referred for DUI‑related assessments or substance use treatment can access services using insurance or financial support options appropriate to their situation.
Why Choose BISAC
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Court & Legal Relevance – Assessments and treatment services are commonly part of clinical referrals for individuals whose alcohol use has resulted in legal involvement (e.g., DUI).
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Comprehensive Care – From evaluation to ongoing outpatient therapy and supportive residential living programs.
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Accessible Treatment – Insurance‑friendly options and sliding‑scale payments make services available to a wide range of individuals.
Big Island Substance Abuse Council is a trusted provider for substance use support, helping individuals address alcohol and drug misuse — including issues associated with impaired driving — while offering flexible payment options.
“BISAC provides substance abuse assessments, counseling, and outpatient treatment, often used by courts or probation for individuals with DUI-related alcohol or substance concerns. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and offer sliding-scale payment options.”
