Families in El Paso often call us at the moment things feel most out of control. The good news is that medical detox works, and there are programs within reach of El Paso County with openings for new admissions.
A specialist can help you understand the options, check what your insurance may cover and talk through how to approach a loved one who isn't ready yet.
Where to find medical detox near El Paso
Within 25 miles of El Paso there is 1 medical detox program. The nearest program is about 5 miles away, and 1 are within 100 miles.
El Paso Behavioral Health System
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisPermiaCare – Turning Point
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisSpringboard Center
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisCenikor Foundation
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisAlcohol and Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center/Resid Trt
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxSerenity Foundation of Texas – Serenity House
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisBCN Detox - Addiction Treatment & Mental Health Care
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisLa Hacienda Treatment Center
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisHow medical detox works
Medical detox is supervised withdrawal from alcohol or drugs, with doctors and nurses who can treat symptoms as they come. It is the safest way to stop alcohol, benzodiazepines and opioids, where withdrawal can be severe or even dangerous.
Detox usually lasts 3 to 10 days. It is the first step, not the whole treatment, so a good detox program plans your transfer to residential or outpatient care before you leave.
What to expect
- Counseling to start treatment planning
- Assessment of what you use, how much and for how long
- Physician oversight for alcohol, benzodiazepine or opioid withdrawal
- Symptom monitoring several times a day
What Texas rules mean for medical detox
Texas requires licensed detox programs to complete a face-to-face history and physical within 24 hours of admission and to guarantee continuous access to emergency medical care. Outpatient detox is allowed only alongside outpatient treatment, never on its own.
What to ask a program
- Which substances does the program manage?
- Does it start buprenorphine for opioid withdrawal?
- Is a physician on call around the clock?
Read our full guide to medical detox in Texas.
Recovery resources in El Paso
El Paso County's DWI Drug Court, described by the county as the region's first dedicated specialty court for adults convicted of DWI, applies drug court principles to alcohol-dependent residents through a program of at least eighteen months that combines treatment with judicially supervised case management.
Graduates of the El Paso DWI Drug Court who are still on probation move into an alumni tier that keeps them with the same judge, adds monthly check-ins with court and probation staff, and continues alcohol monitoring.
Getting help in El Paso County
El Paso County's local mental health authority is Emergence Health Network, with a 24-hour crisis line at 877-562-6467. 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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Medical Detox in nearby cities
- Fort Bliss (3 miles)
- Canutillo (11 miles)
- Anthony (14 miles)
- Homestead Meadows North (15 miles)
- Homestead Meadows South (16 miles)
- Horizon City (18 miles)
- Pecos (175 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 El Paso 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.
Is detox enough on its own?
Detox manages withdrawal but does not treat addiction itself. The best results come when detox leads straight into residential or outpatient treatment.
How long does medical detox take?
Detox usually takes 3 to 10 days, depending on the substance, how much and how long you have used, and your health. Alcohol and benzodiazepine detox can take longer and needs close supervision.
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