Choosing Addiction Rehabilitation Center - Part 3

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Choosing a drug or alcohol rehab center for yourself or for a loved one can be an overwhelming and difficult process. Unfortunately, with the rise of the opioid epidemic, the addiction treatment field has seen an influx in deceptive marketing and unethical practices by drug rehab "providers" whose only concern appears to be monetary gain. This leaves many consumers confused and distrustful about where and how to find effective treatment options.

Today, more than ever, consumers need to know what to look for in a rehab center. As you research treatment centers and speak with rehab providers, here are important questions to ask and topics to cover.

What Else Should I Know?

Depending on your specific needs and situation, there are a multitude of additional questions to ask treatment providers when you are trying to select the right drug rehab center for yourself or a loved one. Be sure to read reviews on Google, Yelp, Facebook and other sources of consumer feedback.

Conduct your own web search to find more information about specific drug rehab centers. Here is a list of questions to assist in your research:

What type of accreditation or licensing does your facility have?

What credentials or licenses does the clinical staff hold?

Is treatment done by a multidisciplinary team?

What is the patient-to-counselor ratio?

Do you use evidence-based practices?

Do you have gender-specific programs?

How successful is your treatment program?

Are you in-network with my insurance?

Do you provide mental health services?

Do you offer medical detox or other medication-assisted therapies?

Do you offer treatment specific to teens, young adults, older adults or other populations? (as it applies to your situation)

How long does the program last?

What kind of post-treatment support do you provide?

Do you offer family support?

How long have you been providing addiction treatment?


Addiction treatment marks the beginning of a new way of living. The insights you gain and the changes you make during rehab will become the foundation for your recovery throughout the challenges life brings. Keep this in mind as you choose a treatment center. It will help you determine a good fit and identify the best treatment approach for build a solid foundation for lifelong recovery.


Learn more about Hazelden Betty Ford, the efforts we've taken to become a premier addiction treatment center of choice, and how we can help you reclaim your health and your life from addiction.

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