You're not the first person in Merritt Island to face this, and you won't be the last. What matters is that you're looking for answers now, and residential addiction treatment is one of the most effective ways to get stable and stay that way.
Talk with a specialist any time, day or night, about what treatment looks like, what it costs and how quickly someone can be admitted.
Residential Addiction Treatment programs near Merritt Island
The closest program to Merritt Island is about 4 miles away, with 78 within a 50-mile drive. Brevard County has 22 programs listed for residential addiction treatment.
Space Coast Recovery Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisAspire Health Partners – Women’s Residential Brevard
Residential / inpatientFACTS Recovery - Drug & Alcohol Detox and Residential Mental Health Treatment Center
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableMental Detox Counseling Services
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableTransition House Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisLake Baldwin VA Clinic – Mental Health
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisAdventHealth Inpatient Rehabilitation at Winter Park
Residential / inpatientHouse of Freedom Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableThe Grove – An IMPOWER Program
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisHCA Florida Osceola Inpatient Rehabilitation
Residential / inpatientWhat residential addiction treatment involves
Residential addiction treatment is built around time and focus. With work, errands and old routines set aside, you can put full attention on understanding addiction, treating co-occurring conditions and practicing new habits in a supportive setting.
Length of stay ranges from about a month to several months, depending on your needs, your progress and what your coverage allows.
What to expect
- Family involvement and education
- An intake assessment covering substance use, health and mental health
- A written aftercare plan before discharge
- Daily individual and group therapy
Florida resources for families
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 Merritt Island residents are filed in Brevard County; see how to file a Marchman Act in Brevard 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 finding residential addiction treatment for Merritt Island residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (866) 649-0814Other treatment options in Merritt Island
Residential Addiction Treatment in nearby cities
- Rockledge (4 miles)
- Viera East (5 miles)
- Cocoa West (7 miles)
- Cocoa (7 miles)
- South Patrick Shores (9 miles)
- Satellite Beach (10 miles)
- Port St. John (13 miles)
Frequently asked questions
How do I get into residential addiction treatment near Merritt Island?
Most admissions start with a phone call. A specialist asks a few questions about substance use, health and insurance, then helps you find a program with an opening. Many residential programs in Florida can admit someone within a day or two once insurance is verified.
Does insurance cover residential addiction 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 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.
Merritt Island ZIP codes served: 32952, 32953, 32954
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