Port Richey is a suburban city included in the Tampa-Clearwater-St.Petersburg MSA. Being right off of the Gulf of Mexico, Port Richey, is known for its beautiful water scenery and nearby beaches. Along with other cities in this MSA, Port Richey has seen an increase in individuals engaging in substance use throughout the past few years.
Here at CuraSouth, we are dedicated to helping the Port Richey, FL area combat substance use and the negative stigma associated with it. Offering supervised detoxification services, CuraSouth can help you or a loved one begin a sober lifestyle, in a safe environment. With psychoeducation and therapeutic interventions available, we want to help individuals take charge of their health and future. Contact us today to learn more and get started.
Substance & Alcohol Use in Port Richey, Florida
Port Richey, FL is a city located in Pasco county. Opioid use in this county has led to the most hospital visits, due to overdose, when compared to other substances. (1) In 2021, there were 3,400 emergency calls made in Pasco county due to individuals experiencing overdoses. (2) This county is within the top 10 counties in Florida for the most overdoses. (3) There was a 71 percent increase in overdose related deaths from 2019 to 2020. (4) The MSA that includes Port Richey, FL had approximately 188,000 individuals diagnosed with a substance use disorder. (5) Substance use is not just an adult problem in Pasco county. Alcohol, nicotine vapes, and marijuana were found to be the top 3 substances used by middle and high schoolers. (6) CuraSouth wants to help with the fight against addiction and to help reduce these negative statistics. Our substance use treatment facility is open to any individual needing substance use treatment in the Port Richey, FL area.
Drug & Alcohol Treatment in Port Richey, Florida
There are 10 substance use facilities within a 5 mile radius of Port Richey, and 12 within a 10 mile radius. (7) With a population of approximately 2,900 individuals, there is a substance use facility for every 290 people. (8) Every year, approximately 1,199 individuals receive mental health treatment in this city. (9) Here at CuraSouth, we offer dual diagnosis treatment for those experiencing both substance use and mental health disorders simultaneously. This can help you or a loved one not only learn coping strategies to help combat substance use, but also target the root cause, and any other problems that this may be contributing to it.
Choosing a Drug & Alcohol Rehab Center in Port Richey, Florida
Choosing a drug and alcohol rehab center in Port Richey, FL can be a confusing process. Below is a list of questions curated by CuraSouth to aid you or a loved one in finding the drug and alcohol rehab center that is right for you:
- Has this facility been accredited by the state of Florida?
- Does this facility employ licensed clinicians?
- Does this facility offer therapeutic and/or holistic treatment options?
- Does this facility offer intervention services?
- Does this facility offer different levels of care, such as residential inpatient and/or outpatient?
- Does this facility offer services that are catered for a particular demographic, i.e. LGBTQI+, women, minorities, etc.
- Does this facility offer dual diagnosis treatment?
Detox & Rehab Options Port Richey, Florida
Comprehensive detox and rehab centers often offer different treatment options and levels of care.
Intervention
An intervention is a structured process where loved ones of a substance user encourage them to seek treatment. Seeking treatment can be difficult for those experiencing substance use disorders. CuraSouth partners with professional interventionists to help make this first step in the treatment process as seamless as possible.
Detox
Detox, also known as detoxification, is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of all substances. Withdrawal often occurs during detox, which is accompanied by unpleasant symptoms. Medication assisted treatment is often used to help decrease withdrawal symptoms.
Residential and Inpatient
Residential inpatient programs allow individuals to reside 24/7 at treatment facilities. This is helpful as it offers necessary supervision and removes any outside temptations. Therapy, life skills, and other structured activities are attended daily by those enrolled in residential inpatient treatment programs.
Outpatient
There are different outpatient programs, each offering their own advantages, depending on the needs of the individual.
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
PHPs are often the next step after discharging from a residential inpatient program. Individuals can reside at their own home or a sober living facility. Therapeutic activities are similar to those attended at a residential inpatient program.
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
Individuals attending IOPs receive at least 9 hours a week of therapeutic hours. Therapeutic activities are similar to that of residential inpatient and PHPs.
Standard Outpatient Programs (OP)
OPs allow individuals to attend weekly, biweekly, or monthly sessions, while continuing their outside lives. These programs offer the lowest level of care when compared to the others.
MAT & Suboxone
Medication assisted treatment, or MAT, is when medications are used during the detox process. MAT can help decrease the negative symptoms associated with withdrawal. Suboxone is a MAT used to help treat opioid use disorder. It works by helping decrease cravings.
Substance Use Disorder Program Costs in Port Richey, Florida
Understanding the different financial options associated with substance use disorder programs can be beneficial in the selection process.
Privately Funded
Privately funded programs are paid for by the individual receiving treatment, or their private insurance company. These programs offer the most individualized and comprehensive care.
Public & State Funded
Public and state funded programs offer affordable treatment for those who may not be able to receive it. The downside to these programs is that they have waiting lists.
Insurance Based
Insurance based programs are those paid for by insurance plans. CuraSouth can offer you or a loved one a free, no obligation insurance benefits check.
Free & Medicaid / Medicare
Medicaid is a program that allows low-income individuals the opportunity to receive health and mental health care. Medicaid is a similar program which is reserved for those ages 65 and older. Both programs are important as they allow individuals the chance to receive treatment if they otherwise may not have.
Medicaid information can be found HERE. (10)
Medicare information can be found HERE. (11)
Addiction Recovery Resources in Port Richey
AA Meetings
AA, or Alcohol Anonymous is a 12-step, peer support group for those experiencing alcohol use disorder. (12) Milestone achievements are awarded with chips and each individual is assigned a sponsor to help with the process.
Open AA meetings in Port Richey
- New Hope Beginners Group
8040 State Rd 52, Port Richey, FL 3466
Thursdays at 6:45pm
- Living Sober Book
6711 Jefferson St, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Wednesdays at 9am
- Two Or More Group
5650 Missouri Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Wednesdays at 12pm
- Additional AA meetings in the Port Richey area can be found HERE. (13)
- A full list of AA meetings in Florida can be found HERE. (14)
NA Meetings
NA, or Narcotics Anonymous is a 12-step, peer support group, similar to AA, focusing on substances other than alcohol. (15)
- NA meetings in the Port Richey area can be found HERE. (16)
SMART Recovery Meeting
SMART Recovery is an evidence-based program focusing on helping individuals develop adaptive skills and positive self-esteem.
Virtual SMART Recovery meetings can be found HERE. (17)
Commonly Asked Questions
We offer programs lengths individualized for each client. Generally detox is anywhere from 3-7 days. These are estimates and are adjusted to meet the needs of the individual client.
Yes! We work with most major insurance providers. We offer free no-obligation insurance benefit checks for those who are interested in our program. Our admissions team will speak with your insurer and get a detailed verification of your insurance benefits and share those details with you. Unfortunately Medicaid and Medicare do not cover our facility.
Absolutely. We understand that addiction affects the entire family system and encourage families to participate in their loved one’s treatment. To help families recover we also offer intervention services, case management, and family workshops.
Yes. We believe in complete and total confidentiality and privacy for all of our clients. We take extra measures to make sure we go above and beyond HIPAA and health privacy standards. If you are concerned about specific privacy requirements please feel free to reach out and we can answer your questions.
While we strongly discourage leaving before treatment completion, we are not a lockdown facility. Clients are in our program voluntarily and may leave when they want.
Clients who need to take off work to attend treatment may be eligible for the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). FMLA ensures that you will not be terminated while taking a leave of absence from work to attend treatment. Our admissions and case management staff can help with setting up any FMLA paperwork. For clients who are self employed, we do offer an executive program that allows for cellphone and laptop access in certain cases during business hours.
Contact Us Today to Begin
Finding an addiction treatment program in Port Richey, Florida is a straightforward process when you know what to look for. Once you have determined which level of care is right for you, we recommend reaching out to an experienced Treatment Advisor who can guide you through the admissions process. At CuraSouth we have a team of experienced Treatment Advisors standing by to answer any additional questions you have and help you get started on the road to recovery as quickly as possible. As soon as you contact us, you will undergo a brief pre-assessment over the phone. The pre-assessment consists of a series of questions geared towards finding a treatment program that meets all of your unique clinical needs. We offer a free, no obligation health insurance benefit check to those who are insured through a major regional or national provider. If you are currently uninsured, we will help you determine which costs will need to be covered out-of-pocket. Finally, we help arrange local ground transportation to our Port Richey, Florida detox center, or help set you up with an alternative level of care. To learn more or to begin your personal journey of addiction recovery in Port Richey, contact us today.
Reviewed for accuracy by:
Travis Atchison
LCSW, MCAP
Travis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Professional. He has worked in various community-based settings, where he served families and couples, addressed issues related to homelessness and crisis and worked in a substance abuse setting.
