Sunday, October 11, 2009

Colorado Drug Treatment Centers

The Colorado Department of Human Services reports that in 2007 the number one drug that was abused was cocaine. A close second was marijuana and methamphetamine was on the rise. In 2002 the CDHS reported that 6.7% of adults in households with phones had a substance abuse disorder. This is an alarming number. It is important for these people and others to know that there is help to be had and that there are various ways to get the help. Some people may want to overcome their substance abuse addiction but think they can't afford a drug rehabilitation center because of lack of money or insurance. For most people, there are programs that can offer assistance. When checking out rehabilitation centers it is always good to inquire about what programs they offer or accept.

Here are a few drug treatment options in Colorado:

Awareness Institute, Inc. - This is an outpatient substance abuse treatment center located in Pueblo. They offer a mix of mental health services and substance abuse treatment. The offer special programs for adolescents, criminal justice clients and DUI/DWI offenders. They offer Spanish for those that need it and they accept private payment. For more information please call 1-719-546-0904.

Sobriety House, Inc. - This Denver based substance abuse treatment center offers both outpatient and residential (non-hospital) treatment. They offer a good array of payment options including private pay, most health insurance and military insurance (TriCare). These services are available to men, women, criminal justice clients and DUI/DWI offenders. Call 1-303-722-5746 for more information.

Genesis - Genesis offers mental health and substance abuse treatment all in one. They are located in Colorado Springs and offer treatment to men, women, adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders and criminal justice clients. The offer a sliding fee scale that is income based and they accept most insurances as well as private pay. Contact 1-970-522-4549.

Springs Counseling Center - This is a substance abuse treatment center that also treats mental health issues for men as well as DUI/DWI offenders. They are located in Glenwood Springs and accept private health insurances as well as private payment. If you would like more information please call 1-970-945-7858.