Top 10 Alcohol & Drug Rehab Centers in Hartford, CT & Free Treatment Resources

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An estimated 43.6 people per 100,000 residents of Hartford County took opiate medication in 2019, while 23,274 people went to rehab for opiates in 2019 in the state.1,2 Some agencies, such as the InterCommunity Health Care Center, are here to help. It offers low-cost medical and free rehab services. Various laws exist in Connecticut revolving around substance use, such as the Good Samaritan Overdose law that provides a certain level of immunity against drug charges if you call 911 during an overdose.3 Connecticut also has an involuntary commitment law, where you can be placed in temporary custody if you pose a threat to yourself or others due to your substance use or alcoholism.4 There are also the paid leave laws, which allow employees to take time away from work and financial responsibility while undergoing treatment at an alcohol or drug rehab in Hartford.5

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Alcohol and Drug Abuse Statistics in Hartford, Connecticut

Here are some recent facts about drug use and alcoholism in Hartford and Connecticut:6,7,8

Financing Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Hartford, Connecticut

State-Funded Rehabs
State-funded rehab and therapy options in the city are numerous. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, there are 20 certified rehab centers in Hartford, six of which accept block grants from SAMHSA and other funding sources.9 These grants allow quality drug and alcohol rehabs in Hartford to offer low-cost services for people who are uninsured or otherwise unable to pay for care on their path to recovery. Organizations such as the CHR in Hartford can utilize these funds to provide services such as their residential programs and outpatient services.


Medicare and Medicaid
Some Hartford drug rehabs accept Medicare and Medicaid — health insurance plans for those who are impoverished, age 65 and older, or disabled. Reach out to the Hartford DSS (Department of Social Services) to speak with someone who can help determine if you qualify for either program. Medicaid covers some rehab services, including intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) and medication-assisted treatment (MAT), while Medicare can cover inpatient rehabilitation with Part A, and doctor visits and services received in rehab with Medicare Part B.10 A Medicare advocate can help you apply for the program.

Private Insurance
Private insurance is one of the most widely accepted forms of payment within rehab centers, with some of the common providers in Connecticut being United HealthCare, Anthem, and ConnectiCare. Under federal Mental Health and Addiction Parity laws, health insurance providers must cover the cost of care for addiction treatment and mental health disorders. With that in mind, your insurance provider will have its own rules, policies, coverage limits, and in-network rehabs and providers. Call the number on the back of your health insurance card to speak with a rep who can direct you to your nearest in-network provider and explain your coverage limits and financial obligations.

Hartford Local Information: Traveling to and Within the City

If you already live in Connecticut and are looking to stay local for your recovery, you can find quality options by searching online and using phrases like “drug rehab near me” or “alcohol rehab near me”. If you don’t live in Connecticut but think Hartford is a good fit, whether geographically or because of a specific program found there, it’s easy to plan your travel.

The fastest way to get to Hartford is via the Bradley International Airport (BDL), which contracts with 11 different airlines. The airport is just over 15 miles away on the I-9, making it a 20-minute drive. By bus, you can take the Hartford Area Metro Bus, CTransit, serving Hartford and the surrounding cities. To travel to the city by rail, use Amtrak for national trips and CTransit which runs along the I-91 corridor.

American history and literature lovers enjoy Hartford for its wide range of historic sites and collections in the city. For example, there’s the Mark Twain House and Museum, the 1874 mansion of the famed writer, filled with thousands of collectibles and historical artifacts. You can also visit the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford, the author’s beloved Victorian-style home and garden.

If you love the great outdoors, Hartford has easy access to the natural beauty around Connecticut. The city has 19 parks, including those with ponds and boat access. The Bushnell Park Foundation, near the river on the east side of town, has an outdoors recreational center featuring an arboretum and carousel and provides local tours. In northwest Hartford, you can visit the Elizabeth Park Conservatory and the Elizabeth Park Rose Garden.

Resources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau. (March 17, 2022). American Community Survey, 5-Year Data (2009-2020).
  2. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (June, 2021). Treatment Data Set (TEDS) 2019.
  3. Connecticut State Department of Public Health. (2022). Current Laws Related to Opioid Overdose Prevention.
  4. Connecticut General Assembly. (May 14, 2012, accessed 2022). Commitment for Substance Abuse Disorders.
  5. Connecticut Department of Labor. (2022). The Connecticut Family & Medical Leave Act and CT Paid Leave Appeals.
  6. Center for Disease Control. (2022). U.S. County Opioid Dispensing Rates, 2019.
  7. Center for Disease Control. (2022). CDC Wonder.
  8. Connecticut Department of Correction Research Unit. (September 12, 2022).Connecticut Department of Correction – Research, Population Confined September 1, 2022.
  9. Medicare.gov. (2022). Inpatient Rehabilitation Care Coverage.
  10. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Treatment Locator Map.

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Libby Pellegrini, MMS, PA-C, is a professionally-trained physician assistant. She has worked in numerous emergency healthcare settings, ranging from the rural United States to large metropolitan areas. Her experience helping patients suffering from acute crises related to intoxication and substance use disorders informs her passion for addiction medicine.