Residents of Runnels County usually travel a short distance for residential care. The closest programs to the county are listed below, sorted by distance.
Treatment for Runnels County residents by type of care
Runnels 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 Runnels County
Shades of Hope Treatment Center
Residential / inpatientAlcohol and Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center/Resid Trt
Residential / inpatientDetox availableSerenity Foundation of Texas – Serenity House
Residential / inpatientDual diagnosisDetox availableShannon Behavioral Health Services
Mental health clinicDual diagnosisRivers Of Hope
Addiction treatment centerAlpha Recovery Centre
Addiction treatment centerAddiction Hope Treatment Program
Addiction treatment centerAbilene Open Door Inc
Alcoholism treatment programAbilene Recovery Council
Addiction treatment centerPremium Recovery
Addiction treatment centerCrisis help in Runnels County
Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels County?
This site lists 0 residential, inpatient and detox programs in Runnels County, plus nearby programs in surrounding counties.
How do I seek court-ordered treatment in Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels County every day. A specialist can check availability for you.
Where can I get crisis help in Runnels County?
Call West Texas Centers, Runnels County's local mental health authority, at 800-375-4357 any time, or call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
Runnels County is part of Northwest Texas (Texas HHSC Health Service Region 2).