Amarillo is one of the places in Texas with the most treatment options, from medical detox to residential rehab and long-term programs, which means people here rarely have to travel far for inpatient drug rehab. Many programs nearby take major commercial plans.
If you're trying to choose between several programs, a specialist can help compare levels of care, openings and insurance in one confidential call.
Inpatient Drug Rehab programs near Amarillo
Potter County has 6 programs listed for inpatient drug rehab, and 18 are within 100 miles of Amarillo. The closest is about under 1 mile away.
Cenikor Foundation
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableOceans Behavioral Hospital — Amarillo
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisAlcoholic Recovery Center
Alcoholism treatment programTexas Panhandle Centers Behavioral & Developmental Health
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisMoss Lane Club
Alcoholism treatment programAmarillo Addiction Treatment Network
Addiction treatment centerTexas Panhandle Centers Behavioral & Developmental Health
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisNorthwest Texas Healthcare System Behavioral Health
Mental health clinicDual diagnosisHow inpatient drug rehab works
Inpatient drug treatment starts with an assessment and, when needed, detox under medical supervision. From there, the team stabilizes physical and mental health and begins therapy while you stay on site.
Because doctors and nurses are close at hand, inpatient programs can treat people with complicated medical histories, co-occurring mental health conditions or a history of severe withdrawal.
What to expect
- Medication support for cravings or withdrawal when appropriate
- Relapse prevention and coping-skills work
- A daily schedule of therapy, groups and recovery activities
- Step-down planning to outpatient care or sober living
Inpatient Drug Rehab in Texas: what to know
Inpatient care is the most medically intensive option. Licensed Texas detox programs must keep a physician on call around the clock, a licensed nurse on duty at least eight hours a day, and check symptoms and vital signs every four hours for the first 72 hours. That's the level of oversight to expect from inpatient drug treatment near Amarillo.
What to ask a program
- What's the next level of care after discharge?
- Is it a hospital unit, a detox program or a residential program?
- Has prior authorization been requested?
Read our full guide to inpatient drug rehab in Texas.
Recovery resources in Amarillo
Amarillo straddles Potter and Randall counties, which share an Adult Drug Court operated through the 181st District Court together with Armstrong County.
StarCare Specialty Health System is the state's Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) provider for Potter County and the rest of the Panhandle, offering free help sorting out substance use treatment options for any Texas resident.
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Getting help in Potter County
Potter County's local mental health authority is Texas Panhandle Centers, with a 24-hour crisis line at 800-692-4039 or 806-359-6699. You can also call or text 988.
Before choosing a program, you can confirm its state license through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's online licensing system or its directory of licensed chemical dependency treatment facilities.
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Call (832) 583-1066Other treatment options in Amarillo
Inpatient Drug Rehab in nearby cities
- Hereford (41 miles)
- Pampa (54 miles)
- Dalhart (71 miles)
- Muleshoe (84 miles)
- Littlefield (93 miles)
- Perryton (101 miles)
- Childress (104 miles)
Frequently asked questions
What if my loved one won't go to treatment?
You can talk with a specialist about how to approach the conversation. In Texas, Health and Safety Code Chapter 462 also lets a family member or other adult apply to the county court for court-ordered treatment, with a physician's certificate attached, when someone's addiction makes them likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating. See our guide to court-ordered treatment in Texas.
Should someone from Amarillo stay in Texas for treatment?
For most Texans with a Texas health plan, yes. In-network benefits are easiest to use at Texas programs, family can take part in family sessions, and aftercare near home is simpler to arrange. Some people choose a program in a different part of Texas to get distance from where they used.
How long do inpatient stays last?
Inpatient stays are often shorter than residential programs, from several days for detox and stabilization to a few weeks, followed by residential or outpatient care.
Who needs inpatient drug rehab instead of outpatient?
Inpatient care fits people with severe withdrawal risk, serious medical or mental health needs, unsafe home situations or repeated relapses in outpatient care.
Amarillo ZIP codes served: 79101, 79102, 79103, 79104, 79105, 79106, 79107, 79108, 79109, 79110, 79111, 79114, 79116, 79117, 79118, 79119, 79120, 79121, 79124, 79159, 79166, 79168, 79172, 79174, 79178, 79185, 79187, 79189
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