Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) helps individuals addicted to opioids overcome their dependence. Suboxone, which has opioid-like characteristics, is used to help them wean off and become opioid-free over an extended period of time or reach a place of maintenance so that a person can lead a fulfilling, functional life. Suboxone has been proven to be effective and safe in the treatment of opioid dependence. Compared to other medications, it also allows for fewer on-site visits, allowing more time for employment, families and recovery-related activities in the community.