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Drug Rehab in Athens

Struggling with any type of drug addiction is a serious burden to carry, and one which comes with a lot of consequences if left unresolved. Persons with the best of intentions who want to stop generally try and do so numerous times over with no success, and wind up just falling deeper into a life of addiction. There are reasons why people cannot quit on their own, and these causes are what make drug rehab in Athens a more efficient and established method of handling drug addiction.

The advantages of a drug rehab in Athens involve having the support and tools at hand to fix any issues and challenges that may arise during detox and withdrawal, as well as the opportunity to address the real troubles that triggered drug addiction which are usually not physical ones at all. For example, many men and women become involved in substance abuse to mask and avoid really serious problems in their lives. If one only makes an attempt to overcome the physical urges and such on one's own, they really aren't making any headway at truly resolving the mental and emotional problems, that once resolved, will ensure long-term sobriety.

Once a particular person comes to terms with the reality that they need assistance to resolve drug addiction, the next action is picking the appropriate drug rehab for them. Some drug rehabilitation programs don't require any type of inpatient stay and offer services on an outpatient basis for example. At this form of drug rehab the person gets treatment throughout the day and returns home in the evening. While this form of drug rehab may appear convenient, it will not present the ideal treatment environment for a person who desires to step away from drug influences and other situations which could compromise one's sobriety. The most verified and successful treatment settings are those which call for an inpatient or residential stay, so that the individual can concentrate entirely on bettering themselves and healing from addiction, not on every day interruptions and drug addiction triggers.

For example, someone or some situation in one's environment could be the actual trigger of one's drug use. If the individual returns to this each day while in drug rehab, all gains will be lost and most will usually relapse. There are also various lengths of stay even in inpatient and residential drug rehabilitation programs, with treatment curriculums ranging from 30 days to up to a year for some. As a rule of thumb, someone who is set on resolving addiction problems once and for all should remain in drug rehab as long as it will take. A month in treatment is hardly enough time to even recover physically from continual substance abuse. A significant amount of time is necessary, even months in some cases, to benefit from intensive therapy and other treatment tools to heal psychologically and emotionally so that one can truly make a fresh start once treatment is complete.

The cost of drug rehab can vary considerably of course, depending on the facilities provided, length of stay, etc. While expense should never be an impediment to getting life-saving treatment in drug rehab, it is a logistic that some may have concern over. After all, addiction is likely to exhaust all resources and it can be challenging to pay for drug rehab when the time comes. Thankfully, most private drug rehab programs accept many forms of private health insurance as well as Medicare and Medicaid. Some drug rehab programs will even work with people to either offer payment assistance or supply a sliding fee scale based off of one's earnings and individual circumstances. Addicted persons and their family members will find that treatment counselors are more than willing to help provide solutions and support to get the logistical and financial concerns resolved so that these are not a hurdle to getting the individuals started in drug rehab.

If someone you know is addicted to drugs but will not easily accept the offer to go to drug treatment, drug interventions are a last ditch yet efficient method of helping persuade them to do so. Drug treatment programs in Athens work intimately with professional drug interventionists who are educated and seasoned in getting people to treatment successfully. An intervention is a tool which can assist drug addicted individuals see past the immediate need to satiate their drug habit, and realize the gift that is being supplied to them which can help them make a healthier and fruitful life for themselves.

If you or someone you know would like help, contact a treatment counselor at a drug rehab to get any concerns answered and any support needed to get the process started right away. The quicker the person is in drug rehab, the quicker they can be back in the game of life and winning.

Additional Information on Drug Addiction and Treatment

20 treatment listings in or near Athens, Louisiana:

  • Claiborne Memorial Medical Center
    11.3 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Claiborne Memorial Medical Center is a Drug Abuse Rehab Facility that is located at:

    620 East College Street
    Homer, LA. 71040

    If you would like to contact Claiborne Memorial Medical Center, you can reach them at 318-927-2024.

    Claiborne Memorial Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • Minden Behavioral Health Center
    13.9 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Minden Behavioral Health Center is a Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center that is located at:

    435 Homer Road
    Minden, LA. 71055

    If you would like to contact Minden Behavioral Health Center, you can reach them at 318-371-3001.

    Minden Behavioral Health Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Ruston Behavioral Health Clinic
    24.2 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Ruston Behavioral Health Clinic is an Addiction Recovery Program that is located at:

    602 East Georgia Avenue
    Ruston, LA. 71270

    If you would like to contact Ruston Behavioral Health Clinic, you can reach them at 318-251-4125.

    Ruston Behavioral Health Clinic offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Serenity Springs Specialty Hospital
    25.2 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Serenity Springs Specialty Hospital is a Drug Addiction Treatment Program that is located at:

    1495 Frazier Road
    Ruston, LA. 71270

    If you would like to contact Serenity Springs Specialty Hospital, you can reach them at 318-202-3860 x205.

    Serenity Springs Specialty Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Springhill Medical Center
    35.5 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Springhill Medical Center is a Drug Addiction Treatment Center that is located at:

    2001 Doctors Drive
    Springhill, LA. 71075

    If you would like to contact Springhill Medical Center, you can reach them at 318-539-1025.

    Springhill Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • Union General Hospital
    38.6 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Union General Hospital is an Addiction Recovery Program that is located at:

    901 James Avenue
    Farmerville, LA. 71241

    If you would like to contact Union General Hospital, you can reach them at 318-368-4748.

    Union General Hospital offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • CADA Bossier Treatment Center
    39.2 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    CADA Bossier Treatment Center is an Addiction Recovery Program that is located at:

    1525 Fullilove Drive
    Bossier City, LA. 71112

    If you would like to contact CADA Bossier Treatment Center, you can reach them at 318-747-1211.

    CADA Bossier Treatment Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Substance Use Disorder Services
    41.3 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Substance Use Disorder Services is a Drug Rehabilitation Facility that is located at:

    510 East Stoner Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71101

    If you would like to contact Substance Use Disorder Services, you can reach them at 318-990-5066.

    Substance Use Disorder Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient
    Payment forms accepted: Private Health Insurance
  • Rehab Services of NW LA LLC
    41.5 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Rehab Services of NW LA LLC is a Drug Treatment Facility that is located at:

    2525 Youree Drive
    Shreveport, LA. 71104

    If you would like to contact Rehab Services of NW LA LLC, you can reach them at 318-675-0804.

    Rehab Services of NW LA LLC offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance
  • Brentwood Hospital
    42.1 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Brentwood Hospital is a Drug Rehab Program that is located at:

    1006 Highland Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71101

    If you would like to contact Brentwood Hospital, you can reach them at 318-678-7500.

    Brentwood Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • A Center for Hope and Change
    42.3 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    A Center for Hope and Change is a Drug Addiction Treatment Center that is located at:

    543 Stoner Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71101

    If you would like to contact A Center for Hope and Change, you can reach them at 318-673-9901.

    A Center for Hope and Change offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid
  • Center for Behavioral Health
    42.5 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Center for Behavioral Health is a Drug Rehabilitation Facility that is located at:

    1303 Line Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71101

    If you would like to contact Center for Behavioral Health, you can reach them at 318-425-3400.

    Center for Behavioral Health offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment
  • Community Enrichment Program
    42.7 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Community Enrichment Program is a Drug Rehab Center that is located at:

    842 Margaret Place
    Shreveport, LA. 71101

    If you would like to contact Community Enrichment Program, you can reach them at 318-675-0406.

    Community Enrichment Program offers the following treatment services: Outpatient
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)
  • Council on Alcoholism and DA of
    43 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Council on Alcoholism and DA of is an Addiction Treatment Program that is located at:

    2000 Fairfield Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71104

    If you would like to contact Council on Alcoholism and DA of, you can reach them at 318-222-8511 x26.

    Council on Alcoholism and DA of offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance
  • Contemporary Family Service Inc CQCLLC
    43.1 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Contemporary Family Service Inc CQCLLC is a Drug Addiction Treatment Facility that is located at:

    200 North Thomas Drive
    Shreveport, LA. 71107

    If you would like to contact Contemporary Family Service Inc CQCLLC, you can reach them at 318-424-8345.

    Contemporary Family Service Inc CQCLLC offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)
  • Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic
    43.1 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic is a Drug Abuse Rehab Center that is located at:

    1310 North Hearne Avenue
    Shreveport, LA. 71107

    If you would like to contact Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic, you can reach them at 318-676-5111.

    Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Women, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • University Health System
    43.7 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    University Health System is a Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility that is located at:

    1541 Kings Highway
    Shreveport, LA. 71103

    If you would like to contact University Health System, you can reach them at 318-626-1957.

    University Health System offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Physicians Behavioral Hospital
    44.4 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Physicians Behavioral Hospital is a Drug Addiction Treatment Facility that is located at:

    2025 Desoto Street
    Shreveport, LA. 71103

    If you would like to contact Physicians Behavioral Hospital, you can reach them at 318-550-0520.

    Physicians Behavioral Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Preferred Family Healthcare Inc
    45.6 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Preferred Family Healthcare Inc is a Drug and Alcohol Rehab that is located at:

    412 North Washington Avenue
    El Dorado, AR. 71730

    If you would like to contact Preferred Family Healthcare Inc, you can reach them at 870-863-4611.

    Preferred Family Healthcare Inc offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Southwest Arkansas Counseling and MHC
    45.6 miles from Athens, Louisiana
    Southwest Arkansas Counseling and MHC is an Addiction Treatment Facility that is located at:

    715 North College Street
    El Dorado, AR. 71730

    If you would like to contact Southwest Arkansas Counseling and MHC, you can reach them at 870-864-2414.

    Southwest Arkansas Counseling and MHC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment