You're not the first person in South Houston to face this, and you won't be the last. What matters is that you're looking for answers now, and medical detox 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.
Medical Detox programs near South Houston
The closest program to South Houston is about 6 miles away, with 18 within a 50-mile drive. Harris County has 9 programs listed for medical detox.
Cenikor Foundation – Substance Abuse Program
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxMatthew's Hope Detox and Recovery Program
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxHarris Center for MH/IDD – South Loop SUD Recovery Services
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxInto Action Recovery Centers – Residential Services
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisWest Oaks Hospital LP
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisPositive Recovery LLC
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisBriarwood Alcohol and Drug Detox - Houston, TX
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxSanta Maria Hostel Inc – Bonita House
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisAlvin Detox Phase Two
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxPULSE Detox - Mental Wellness & Addiction Treatment Care
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisWhat medical detox involves
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
- Nursing staff available around the clock
- Medication to ease withdrawal symptoms
- Rest, hydration and nutrition support
- Medical screening and vital-sign checks on arrival
Before you choose medical detox
Detox manages withdrawal; it doesn't treat addiction by itself. When you call detox programs near South Houston, ask whether they can move you straight into residential or outpatient treatment so there's no gap after discharge.
What to ask a program
- Does it start buprenorphine for opioid withdrawal?
- Is a physician on call around the clock?
- Can it transfer me straight into treatment?
Read our full guide to medical detox in Texas.
Getting help in Harris County
Harris County's local mental health authority is The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, with a 24-hour crisis line at 866-970-4770. 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.
Free, confidential help finding medical detox for South Houston residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (832) 583-1066Other treatment options in South Houston
Medical Detox in nearby cities
- Pasadena (5 miles)
- Deer Park (7 miles)
- La Porte (11 miles)
- Channelview (11 miles)
- West University Place (13 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.
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.
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.
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.
South Houston ZIP codes served: 77587
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