With so many options for substance use treatment in Southern Florida, it can be difficult to choose which option may be right for you or a loved one. Making the decision to come to treatment can be difficult enough without the added element of sifting through and making sense of all of the information available. The goal of this article is to shed some much needed light on the treatment options in the Ridgecrest area. Though this guide will provide general details concerning treatment options, you can easily contact Guardian Recovery Network (1) to speak with an admissions coordinator who will be able to provide detailed information for each step in the recovery process. With their CuraSouth (2) facility located locally, the journey of recovery may simply be a phone call away.
Substance & Alcohol Use In Ridgecrest, Florida
With an estimated 2.3 million residents (3) over the age of 12, the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area is no stranger to substance use. With approximately 326,000 residents (3) reporting illicit drug use in the last year, this means that just under 14 percent of their population has used according to the 2010 data of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Additionally, approximately 8 percent of the population, or an estimated 188,000 residents (3), are identified as having a substance use disorder. Likewise, 23.2 percent (3)report binge alcohol use within the past year. Along with the use of drugs and alcohol, the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area is home to 163,000 residents (3) who have experienced a major depressive episode within the last year.
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Drug & Alcohol Treatment in Ridgecrest, Florida
There are 9 treatment facilities (4) in the area to address the needs of the 2,966 residents (5) who live locally. This results in a ratio of approximately 1 treatment facility for every 326 residents. In the greater Clearwater (6)-St. Petersburg area (7), there are 27 facilities to treat its population of 374,875 or a ratio of 1 treatment center for 13,884 residents.
Choosing a Drug & Alcohol Rehab Center in Ridgecrest, Florida
When choosing a substance use treatment facility for yourself or a loved one, it is important to gather as much information as you can in order to ensure the greatest possibility of success. Some important questions to ask an admissions coordinator can include:
- Is this facility accredited through either federal or state regulatory agencies?
- Is this the level of care that I or my loved one requires?
- Is this a state-funded or free facility, and if not do they accept my insurance? How will I pay if I do not have insurance?
- Are the clinicians licensed and equipped to address substance abuse issues as well as co-occurring issues? (Mental health issues, family issues, etc.)
- Are evidence-based counseling practices used to ensure the greatest quality of treatment?
- Is it overcrowded? What is the staff-to-client ratio?
These and any other question can easily be answered with a simple call to an admissions coordinator. They will be able to provide detailed information concerning your specific needs to ensure the appropriate level of care for your situation. For a no obligation free insurance check, contact Guardian Recovery Network. (8)
Detox & Rehab Options Ridgecrest, Florida
One of the questions that an admissions coordinator will be able to answer based on the information you provide is, “What level of care is appropriate?” Below are a few of the levels of treatment or intervention that you or a loved one may encounter.
Intervention
In this phase of the process, family and friends share their concern with the person who is actively using substances. They share their thoughts and feelings related to how the substance use has affected them as well as a plan of action moving forward. This process is conducted by a counselor or substance use professional that can guide each step and reach a desired outcome.
Detox
This phase consists of the substance user overcoming the physical dependency on their substance of choice. Though this process can be uncomfortable, it can be safe and beneficial under the care of trained medical staff.
Residential or Inpatient
In this level of care, participants will live at the substance use treatment facility 24 hours a day taking part in groups, meetings, and one-on-one counseling sessions with their primary counselor. Though these programs most commonly last between 21 to 90 days, some programs can last over 1 year.
Outpatient
This is a term to describe levels of treatment in which the participant does not live at the treatment facility full-time. These include:
- Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)—In these programs participants participate in groups, meetings, and counseling sessions throughout the day up to 6 days each week. They are, however, allowed to return home each evening.
- Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)—These programs usually last 3 hours each day and 3 to 4 days each week. They will typically include group therapy with an additional requirement of attending outside meetings.
- Outpatient Programs (OP)—These programs are the least intensive and meet once a week or less for a group therapy session. These can be a great tool as a step down from more intensive levels of programming.
MAT & Suboxone
Medication Assisted Treatment (9) or MAT is typically used in the treatment of opioid dependence throughout the detox process. This level of care provides a prescribed medication such as methadone, Suboxone, or naltrexone. These treatments are designed to help participants with the physical transition to sobriety.
Substance Use Disorder Program Costs in Ridgecrest, Florida
Paying for treatment is often a question that comes up as a determining factor in which treatment option to choose. Though it can seem confusing, treatment facilities generally fall into one of these categories:
- Private— Private treatment facilities are paid for with private insurance or out of pocket. With lower client to staff ratios, these treatment facilities are often able to design the treatment experience specifically to the needs of each participant. This also means that there is usually less of a wait time to begin the treatment process.
- Public & State Funded— These programs are a great alternative when the resources are unavailable to participate in a private treatment facility. Though they can provide a great quality of treatment, these facilities tend to have higher client to staff ratio resulting in a less customized treatment experience.
- Insurance Based—Most private treatment facilities are insurance based accepting major insurances and providing the participant with a way to receive an excellent quality of treatment with less out of pocket cost.
- Free & Medicaid or Medicare— Though these can be great options for those who qualify, these programs are often overcrowded leading to long wait times to begin as well as an often generic approach to each client.
Ridgecrest Addiction Recovery Resources
Attending local meetings of like minded people on a similar journey can provide the necessary support and knowledge that is needed especially during early recovery. Here are some great resources in your area to connect with local residents who are also in recovery.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous or AA meetings are where those in recovery can share their experience, strength, and hope related to their struggles and ultimate victories related to alcohol. They provide a great tool of support for those in recovery from a substance use disorder. Local meetings in the Ridgecrest area include:
St Pete Group
401 5th St N
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
Monday at 11am
Early Risers Dunedin
2024 Main Street
Dunedin, FL, 34697
Every day at 7am
The 49ers Group
9739 66th Street North
Pinellas Park, FL, 33780
Every Day at 7pm
You can find a full list of AA meetings in the Ridgecrest area HERE.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Meetings
Similar to AA meetings, Narcotics Anonymous are communities of people who meet to provide experience, strength, and hope to those in recovery from drug use as opposed to alcohol use. Some local NA meetings include:
First Presbyterian Church
255 5th Avenue South
Safety Harbor, FL 34695-4034
Monday at 7:30pm
Freedom House
440 Roser Park Drive South
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-5212
Sunday at 7:45am
Serenity Club
631 Turner Street
Clearwater, FL 33756-5314
Monday at 8am
For a full list or NA meetings in the Ridgecrest area click HERE.
SMART Recovery Meeting
SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. These meetings provide support to those in recovery as well as focus on behavior modification and formulation of new habits in the life of the participants. Local meetings include:
4 Point/Standard
240B South Tuttle Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
Wednesday at 6pm
4 Point/ Standard
Virtual meeting located online
Tuesday at 6pm
Family and Friends
Virtual meeting located online
Wednesday at 7pm
For a full list of SMART recovery meetings click HERE.
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 Ridgecrest, 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 Guardian Recovery 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 Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, 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.
