Families in McLennan County can find 10 treatment programs below, plus nearby options in neighboring counties. Every listing links to details, and a helpline is available any time.
Treatment in McLennan County by type of care
Featured programs in McLennan County
Central Texas VA Healthcare System – Waco VA Medical Center
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisOceans Behavioral Hospital — Waco
Hospital / 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 diagnosisPULSE Detox - Addiction Treatment & Mental Wellness
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableChristian Farms Treehouse Inc
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisCities in McLennan County
Crisis help in McLennan County
McLennan County is served by Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, the county's local mental health authority. Its 24-hour crisis line is 866-752-3451 or 254-776-1101. Anyone in Texas can also call or text 988. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
If cost is a barrier, Texas funds substance use treatment through regional Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) centers. The OSAR serving McLennan County is Bluebonnet Trails Community Services (website), which screens people and refers them to state-funded care.
Court-ordered treatment in McLennan County
Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462, a family member or other adult can apply for court-ordered treatment of someone whose alcohol or drug use makes them likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating. In McLennan County, start with McLennan County Mental Health Court Services, 219 North 6th Street in Waco; the county asks families to contact the office before going to the courthouse so staff can screen the application. Read the McLennan County court-ordered treatment guide.
Free, confidential help finding treatment for McLennan County residents. Available 24/7.
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Frequently asked questions
How many treatment programs are in McLennan County?
This site lists 10 residential, inpatient and detox programs in McLennan County, plus nearby programs in surrounding counties.
How do I seek court-ordered treatment in McLennan County?
Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462, an application for court-ordered treatment is filed with the county clerk in the county where the person lives or is found, with a physician's certificate attached. The county attorney's office can usually explain local steps.
Can I use my insurance for rehab in McLennan County?
Most commercial health plans cover residential and inpatient addiction treatment when it is medically necessary. A quick benefits check tells you which programs are in network.
What if there's no opening nearby?
Programs in neighboring counties and across Texas admit people from McLennan County every day. A specialist can check availability for you.
Where can I get crisis help in McLennan County?
Call Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center, McLennan County's local mental health authority, at 866-752-3451 or 254-776-1101 any time, or call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
McLennan County is part of Central Texas (Texas HHSC Health Service Region 7).