Reaching out is the hardest part, and you're already doing it. Florida has one of the deepest networks of residential and inpatient treatment in the country, and people in Lehigh Acres can reach strong programs close to home or a short drive away.
Whether you're looking for yourself or worried about a family member, a confidential call can help sort out options, insurance and timing in a few minutes.
Treatment near Lehigh Acres by type of care
Residential and inpatient programs near Lehigh Acres
34 programs within 25 miles and 67 within 50 miles. The closest is about under 1 mile away.
Celadon Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableSalusCare – Vince Smith Campus
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisFlorida Treatment for Change
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisSalusCare – Transitional Living Center (TLC)
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisWhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab – Fort Myers
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availablePhysicians Regional Inpatient Rehab Facility
Residential / inpatientDavid Lawrence Center – Outpatient/Residential and Detox
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableCharlotte Behavioral Healthcare Inc
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableValiant Recovery
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAxiom Behavioral Health
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisPort Charlotte Detox
Residential / inpatientDetox availableHCA Florida Fawcett Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation
Residential / inpatientRecovery resources in Lehigh Acres
SalusCare, listed in the Lee County Sheriff's Office community resource guide, provides outpatient, residential, and crisis services for adults and children with substance use or mental health needs.
Lee Health emergency physicians can start buprenorphine for opioid withdrawal or after an overdose during the ER visit, then link patients to Lee Physician Group's substance use disorder clinic or community partners.
The Central Florida Behavioral Health Network is the state managing entity for publicly funded addiction services in Lee County.
The Florida Department of Health in Lee County points families to the Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida and to federal treatment locators.
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Getting help in Lee County
Publicly funded substance use services in Lee County are coordinated by Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, the behavioral health managing entity that contracts with the Florida Department of Children and Families for the region.
If a loved one refuses help and is a danger to themselves or others, Florida's Marchman Act lets families ask the court for involuntary assessment and treatment. Petitions for Lehigh Acres residents are filed in Lee County; see how to file a Marchman Act in Lee County.
You can verify whether a Florida provider is licensed using DCF's Substance Use Disorder Licensing and Designation Search at https://sudprovidersearch.myflfamilies.com/, which DCF says is intended for licensing verification and transparency.
Free, confidential help for Lehigh Acres residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (866) 649-0814Nearby cities
- Gateway (7 miles)
- Fort Myers Shores (9 miles)
- Fort Myers (12 miles)
- Tice (12 miles)
- LaBelle (14 miles)
- San Carlos Park (15 miles)
- Villas (15 miles)
- North Fort Myers (15 miles)
Frequently asked questions
Does insurance cover residential treatment in Florida?
Most commercial health plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including residential and inpatient care, under federal parity rules. Coverage depends on your plan, network and medical necessity reviews, so it helps to verify benefits before admission.
What should I bring to residential rehab?
Bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of current medications, comfortable clothing for about a week and basic toiletries. Most programs share a packing list and restrict items like alcohol-based products and outside medications.
Can someone from another state come to Lehigh Acres for treatment?
Yes. Florida programs regularly admit people from other states. Many out-of-state commercial plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield plans through the BlueCard program, can be used at in-network Florida providers. Verify benefits first.
How many programs are near Lehigh Acres?
This page lists 67 programs within 50 miles of Lehigh Acres, sorted by distance. Lee County alone has 31 programs.
Lehigh Acres ZIP codes: 33936, 33970, 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, 33976
Part of Lee County in Southwest Florida.