If drugs or alcohol have taken over more of life than you want, residential addiction treatment near Fort Myers Shores can give you the time, structure and care to turn things around. Most people start with a single conversation.
There's no pressure on the call. You can ask about detox, length of stay, insurance and what the first day looks like, and decide what's right for you.
Programs offering residential addiction treatment near Fort Myers Shores
Within 25 miles of Fort Myers Shores there are 31 residential treatment centers, and 66 within 50 miles. 8 of the programs within 50 miles report accepting private health insurance in the SAMHSA treatment directory.
Florida Treatment for Change
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisSalusCare – Transitional Living Center (TLC)
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisValiant Recovery
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableHCA Florida Fawcett Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation
Residential / inpatientSalusCare – Vince Smith Campus
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisCeladon Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableCharlotte Behavioral Healthcare Inc
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availablePhysicians Regional Inpatient Rehab Facility
Residential / inpatientDavid Lawrence Center – Outpatient/Residential and Detox
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAxiom Behavioral Health
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisAbout residential addiction treatment
Residential addiction treatment covers live-in programs for drug and alcohol addiction, often alongside mental health care. You stay at the facility for weeks or months, with a full schedule of therapy and support and staff available at all hours.
It suits people who have not been able to stop with outpatient care, whose home environment makes recovery harder, or who simply need a reset away from daily pressures.
What to expect
- Step-down planning to outpatient care or sober living
- A medical and psychiatric evaluation in the first days
- Medication support for cravings or withdrawal when appropriate
- A daily schedule of therapy, groups and recovery activities
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 Fort Myers Shores residents are filed in Lee County; see how to file a Marchman Act in Lee County.
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Call (866) 649-0814Other treatment options in Fort Myers Shores
Residential Addiction Treatment in nearby cities
- Tice (6 miles)
- North Fort Myers (7 miles)
- Fort Myers (9 miles)
- Lehigh Acres (9 miles)
- Whiskey Creek (13 miles)
- Villas (14 miles)
- Cape Coral (17 miles)
- LaBelle (18 miles)
Frequently asked questions
Can someone from another state come to Fort Myers Shores 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.
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.
What does a day in residential treatment look like?
A typical day includes morning check-ins, individual and group therapy, educational sessions, meals, exercise or recreation and evening support groups, with staff on site 24 hours.
How does Florida license residential treatment?
The Florida Department of Children and Families licenses substance use treatment providers under Chapter 397, Florida Statutes, and licenses each service a provider offers, such as residential treatment or detox. You can verify a license in DCF's online provider search before admission.
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