Help for addiction doesn't have to wait. If you're looking for residential treatment in Waco, there are programs across McLennan County and nearby that offer 24-hour support, medical care and a real path to recovery, for you or someone you love.
You don't have to figure this out alone. A caring specialist is available 24/7 to talk through what residential treatment looks like, what it costs and how to get started, with no commitment.
Treatment near Waco by type of care
Residential and inpatient programs near Waco
10 programs within 25 miles and 28 within 50 miles. The closest is about under 1 mile away.
Central Texas VA Healthcare System – Waco VA Medical Center
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisOceans Behavioral Hospital — Waco
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisPULSE Detox - Addiction Treatment & Mental Wellness
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableChristian Farms Treehouse Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisCare Counseling Services, a Cenikor Progam
Addiction treatment centerCenikor Foundation - Waco
Addiction treatment centerCentral Alcoholic Foundation Inc.
Alcoholism treatment programSolana Drug Health Centers
Mental health clinicDual diagnosisTriangle Group Alcoholics
Alcoholism treatment programSolide
Addiction treatment centerHeart of Texas Behavioral Health Services
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisMH-MR Center Heart of Texas
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisRecovery resources in Waco
McLennan County's specialty courts serving Waco include a Recovery Court for adults with substance use disorders, a Mental Health Court, a Veterans Treatment Court, and a Family Treatment Court, all listed in the state specialty court registry.
Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is the local mental health authority for the Waco area; its Crisis Triage Center offers round-the-clock walk-in psychiatric care, and its Crisis Treatment Center includes extended observation and crisis residential programs.
A Mobile Crisis Outreach Team run by Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network can be dispatched through the local crisis line, and Waco police use the network's Crisis Treatment Center as an alternative to long emergency-detention waits.
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Local help and next steps
McLennan County's local mental health authority is Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, with a 24-hour crisis line at 866-752-3451 or 254-776-1101. You can also call or text 988.
If a loved one refuses help and is likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating, Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462 lets a family member apply for court-ordered treatment in McLennan County, with a physician's certificate attached. See court-ordered treatment in McLennan County.
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.
Uninsured? Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is the OSAR center for McLennan County and can screen and refer you to state-funded treatment.
Free, confidential help for Waco residents and families. Available 24/7.
Call (832) 583-1066Nearby cities
- Woodway (5 miles)
- Bellmead (7 miles)
- Lacy-Lakeview (7 miles)
- Hewitt (7 miles)
- Robinson (9 miles)
- McGregor (17 miles)
- Marlin (25 miles)
- Hillsboro (31 miles)
Frequently asked questions
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 do I get into residential treatment near Waco?
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 Texas can admit someone within a day or two once insurance is verified.
Does insurance cover residential treatment in Texas?
Most commercial health plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including residential and inpatient care. Texas law requires group plans to cover chemical dependency treatment on terms no less favorable than physical illness, and state and federal parity rules apply. Coverage depends on your plan, network and medical necessity reviews, so it helps to verify benefits before admission.
How many programs are near Waco?
This page lists 28 programs within 50 miles of Waco, sorted by distance. McLennan County alone has 10 programs.
Waco ZIP codes: 76701, 76702, 76703, 76704, 76705, 76706, 76707, 76708, 76710, 76711, 76714, 76715, 76716, 76795, 76797, 76798, 76799
Part of McLennan County in Central Texas.