Mitchell County doesn't have a residential program inside its borders on our list, but treatment is within reach. The nearest programs are listed below with distances from the county center.
Treatment for Mitchell County residents by type of care
Mitchell County residents usually travel to a nearby county or city for residential care. Browse each type of care across Texas, or see programs across Northwest Texas.
Nearest programs to Mitchell County
West Texas VA Healthcare Services – Veteran Healing Center MHRRTP
Residential / inpatientBig Spring State Hospital
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisShades of Hope Treatment Center
Residential / inpatientSerenity Foundation of Texas – Serenity House
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAlcohol and Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center/Resid Trt
Residential / inpatientDetox availableSpringboard Center
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableOceans Behavioral Hospital — Permian Basin
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisPermiaCare – Turning Point
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableAddiction Hope Treatment Program
Addiction treatment centerAbilene Open Door Inc
Alcoholism treatment programPremium Recovery
Addiction treatment centerAbilene Recovery Council
Addiction treatment centerCities in Mitchell County
Crisis help in Mitchell County
Mitchell County is served by West Texas Centers, the county's local mental health authority. Its 24-hour crisis line is 800-375-4357. 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 Mitchell County is Helen Farabee Centers (OSAR delivered by Abilene Recovery Council) (website), which screens people and refers them to state-funded care.
Court-ordered treatment in Mitchell 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. The sworn application is filed with the Mitchell County Clerk, with a physician's certificate attached, and the case is heard by the county court or a county court at law with probate jurisdiction. The Mitchell County Attorney's office can usually explain local steps. Read how to file in Texas.
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Frequently asked questions
How many treatment programs are in Mitchell County?
This site lists 0 residential, inpatient and detox programs in Mitchell County, plus nearby programs in surrounding counties.
How do I seek court-ordered treatment in Mitchell 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 Mitchell 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 Mitchell County every day. A specialist can check availability for you.
Where can I get crisis help in Mitchell County?
Call West Texas Centers, Mitchell County's local mental health authority, at 800-375-4357 any time, or call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
Mitchell County is part of Northwest Texas (Texas HHSC Health Service Region 2).