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Drug & alcohol rehab centers in Huntsville, AL

Compare 30 addiction treatment centers in and around Huntsville, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, insurance accepted, and specialty programs to narrow down drug and alcohol rehab options in Alabama for yourself or someone you love.

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30 addiction treatment centers in Huntsville, AL

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BHG Huntsville Treatment Center AL 35816

BHG Huntsville Treatment Center

4040 Independence Drive Northwest, Huntsville, AL 35816

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid

BHG Huntsville Treatment Center provides opioid use treatment in Huntsville, Alabama. Guests have a team of local professionals including physicians, nurses, counselors and support personnel working together to help them overcome addiction. They work with many insurance plans including Aetna, Humana and Optum. They also accept Medicare and Medicaid. Flexible Treatment Options They provide outpatient services that allow guests to…

Family Life Center Huntsville AL 35811

Family Life Center Huntsville

114 McCormick Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811

  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Family Life Center Huntsville, located in Huntsville, Alabama, is a nurturing nonprofit treatment center that supports those who experience substance use disorder. Christian faith is a key component of their offerings as they give everyone the option of spiritual counseling and support to complement their valuable services. We like Family Life Center Huntsville because they don’t just treat substance dependency…

New Season Huntsville Metro Treatment Center AL 35805

New Season Huntsville Metro Treatment Center

2227 Drake Avenue Suite 19, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

New Season treats opioid addiction in Huntsville, Alabama. In the “Rocket City,” guests have plenty to do when not in treatment, including hiking and visiting historic natural springs and parks. New Season provides care for the surrounding areas, including New Hope, Harvest, Meridanville, Decatur, Madison, Athens, Capshaw, Big Cove, and others to help guests overcome substance use and lead productive,…

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Aletheia House Womens Hope North

1525 Sparkman Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35816

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

At Aletheia House Women's Hope North in Huntsville, Alabama, recovery for women isn't just a journey, it's a tailored experience for each patient's unique path. With outpatient services that address both mental health and substance abuse, this facility’s programs are designed to address any problems you want to tackle. Through individual and group therapy sessions you will find a supportive…

Bradford Health Services Huntsville AL 35806

Bradford Health Services

6767 Madison Pike, Huntsville, AL 35806

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Bradford Health Services Huntsville is an outpatient addiction treatment office in Huntsville, Alabama providing care for adults, adolescents and transitional age young adults navigating alcohol and substance use disorders. The program offers outpatient services and intensive outpatient, medication assisted treatment and family support for individuals stepping down from residential care or beginning recovery on an outpatient basis. Bradford's Huntsville team…

Huntsville Hospital AL 35801

Huntsville Hospital

101 Sivley Road Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35801

  • Inpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

Huntsville Hospital is a regional medical center in Huntsville, Alabama offering Behavioral Health services for adults and seniors with emotional, psychiatric and substance use needs. The program treats co-occurring disorders and provides structured daily groups, occupational therapy and psychoeducation alongside medical support. Admissions are coordinated 24/7 through the hospital's Emergency Department, where medical clearance, psychosocial assessment and psychiatrist review ensure…

Thrive Alabama Wellness Clinic Huntsville AL 35801

Thrive Alabama Wellness Clinic Huntsville

415 Church Street, Building E Suite 10, Huntsville, AL 35801

  • Outpatient

Thrive Alabama Wellness Clinic provides substance abuse treatment in Huntsville, Alabama. Along with various medical services, they have The Den, which offers addiction and mental health assistance to those within the LGBTQIA+ community and persons from a racial or ethnic minority. The intensive outpatient program includes therapy which may help with thoughts and feelings that could interfere with future sobriety.…

Nova Center Family Services Huntsville AL 35802

Nova Center

1900 Golf Road Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35802

  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

Nova Center Family Services in Huntsville, Alabama is a youth and family focused behavioral health and substance use treatment program, part of the WellStone network serving North Alabama. Located at 1900 Golf Road Southwest, the center offers outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient services and prevention programming, psychiatric care and school based support for youth and families. The Nova Center takes a…

Pathfinder Residential Rehabilitation AL 35805

Pathfinder

3104 Ivy Avenue Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Men

Pathfinder Residential Rehabilitation is a non profit sober living and transitional residential program in Huntsville, Alabama dedicated to men recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. The program offers structured residential support, aftercare and outpatient services within a 12 step framework. With a focus on accountability, sobriety and life rebuilding, Pathfinder helps men who are serious about recovery establish lasting stability.…

The Salvation Army Shelter Community Kitchen and Rehabilitation Program AL 35805

The Salvation Army – Corps Salvage and Rehabilitation Center

305 Seminole Drive Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Men
  • Medicaid

The Salvation Army – Corps Salvage and Rehabilitation Center is a residential addiction treatment program in Huntsville, Alabama serving adults seeking recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. This adult rehab center offers a no fee residential program that combines structured living, work therapy and counseling to support long term sobriety. The center provides a faith based approach focused on spiritual,…

WellStone Behavioral Health Huntsville AL 35802

WellStone Huntsville Behavioral Health

4040 Memorial Parkway Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35802

  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

WellStone Behavioral Health Huntsville is a North Alabama outpatient provider offering substance use, mental health and psychiatric services at its Memorial Parkway campus. The team treats adults, young adults and seniors, adolescents and veterans facing addiction, co-occurring disorders and complex behavioral health needs. WellStone ensures that financial barriers do not stand between people in North Alabama and doesn't turn anyone…

Family Services Center AL 35802

Family Services Center

520 Madison St. SE, (Unit B), Huntsville, Alabama 35801

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Family Services Center treats substance abuse and mental health conditions. They have individual counseling sessions to develop healthy coping skills, recognizing addiction triggers, and learn how to avoid relapses. There are also group sessions for folks who need to satisfy court orders. A special program that they have is called SAP. This one's pretty essential for employees who failed a…

His Way AL 35811

His Way

582 Shields Rd, Huntsville, AL 35811

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

His Way is a Christ centered residential addiction recovery program for men in Huntsville, Alabama that blends Biblical teaching with counseling and moral reconation therapy. Life skills classes and professional development are spread across a nine month stay. Their structure is built around actual employment where residents work full time jobs with transportation provided before they graduate the program. Recovery…

New Horizons Recovery Center Huntsville AL 35802

New Horizons Recovery Center Huntsville

4040 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35802

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

New Horizons Recovery Center is an outpatient addiction treatment program in Huntsville, Alabama serving adults ages 19 and older who are seeking recovery from substance use disorders. As part of the WellStone behavioral health network, the program offers comprehensive assessment, individual and group counseling, intensive outpatient programming, continuing care and case management. New Horizons takes an evidence based approach focused…

Pathway Healthcare AL 35801

Pathway Healthcare

2010 SouthPoint, Forrest Park Cir NW Suite 200, Huntsville, AL 35801

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Pathway Healthcare is a behavioral health provider in Huntsville, Alabama offering outpatient addiction treatment and mental health care for adults across the state. The Huntsville team treats substance use disorders alongside co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression and trauma, PTSD and bipolar disorder using a blend of therapy, psychiatry and medication assisted treatment. Their approach centers on personalized and compassionate care…

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Drug Alternative Program

5101 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35810

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Drug Alternative Program is a faith-based treatment center in Huntsville, Alabama offering residential recovery and transition homes for men seeking freedom from substance use disorders. The program serves men ages 18 to 64 through a structured, Christian model that includes 24/7 supervision, individual and group counseling and work therapy. The approach focuses on healing the whole person by addressing the…

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Luminous Counseling

3309 Bob Wallace Ave SW Suite 1, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Luminous Counseling is a multi-clinician counseling practice offering mental health and addiction services for children, adolescents, and adults in Huntsville, Alabama. The team treats addiction, co-occurring disorders, trauma and PTSD, depression, stress and autism spectrum concerns. Luminous takes a holistic, whole-person approach designed to help clients heal in a supportive, appointment-based environment that even includes therapy dog companionship during sessions.…

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Elk River Treatment Program

500 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Private insurance

Elk River Treatment Program is an adolescent addiction center in Huntsville, Alabama that provides residential care for teens struggling with substance use and behavioral health challenges. The program offers treatment alongside an on-campus academic program, so students can continue their education while receiving care. Families may appreciate the teen-focused approach that blends clinical treatment with experiential therapies and school continuity.…

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Fox Army Health Center

4100 Goss Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35809

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Fox Army Health Center is a military outpatient health clinic in Huntsville, Alabama serving the Redstone Arsenal community with mental health and substance use disorder treatment. They provide TRICARE covered care with a mission ready and evidence based approach tailored to the unique needs of the military community. Outpatient Behavioral Health Programs at Fox Army Health Center Clients can expect…

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Synergy Wellness at MidCity

4820 University Dr NW Suite 35, Huntsville, AL 35816

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Synergy Wellness at MidCity is a holistic medical clinic in Huntsville, Alabama founded by board-certified emergency physicians and offering integrated wellness and walk-in care. The clinic provides treatment for opioid dependence, therapy for mental health conditions and primary care services for adults. Synergy Wellness combines holistic medicine with science delivering patient-focused care with on-site lab testing and flexible scheduling. Suboxone…

Birmingham VAMC Huntsville Clinic AL 35805

Birmingham VAMC Huntsville Clinic

500 Markaview Road Northwest, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Birmingham VAMC Huntsville provides mental health and dual diagnosis treatment to Veterans in Huntsville, Alabama. They offer outpatient treatment services and can provide same day support if needed. All treatment begins with a confidential assessment. Birmingham VAMC Huntsville offers treatment for a wide variety of mental health concerns including PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction issues. Individual therapy, family therapy,…

Exterior view of WellStone Huntsville Behavioral Health facility showing modern stone facade, glass entrance canopy, and facility logo signage

WellStone Huntsville Behavioral Health

4040 Memorial Parkway Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35802

  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

WellStone Huntsville Behavioral Health is a rehab located in Huntsville, Alabama. WellStone Huntsville Behavioral Health specializes in the treatment of addiction.

Spectrum Services AL 35758

Spectrum Services

7734 Madison Boulevard Suite 11, Huntsville, AL 35758

  • Outpatient

Spectrum Services is a rehab located in Huntsville, Alabama. Spectrum Services specializes in the treatment of addiction.

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Army Substance Abuse Program ASAP

Snooper Road Building 3466, Huntsville, AL 35808

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient

Army Substance Abuse Program ASAP is a rehab located in Huntsville, Alabama. Army Substance Abuse Program ASAP specializes in the treatment of addiction.

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Luminous Counseling

3309 Bob Wallace Ave SW Suite 1, Huntsville, AL 35805

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Luminous Counseling is a rehab located in Huntsville, Alabama. Luminous Counseling specializes in the treatment of addiction.

Bradford Health Services Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center in Madison AL 35758

Bradford at Madison

1600 Browns Ferry Road, Madison, AL 35758

  • Detox
  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Private insurance

Bradford at Madison is an addiction treatment center in Madison, Alabama. They serve men and women 18 and older, but a substance use disorder has to be the primary diagnosis. The Veterans & Military track serves veterans, first responders and people on active duty. Bradford has been providing care for 49 years. On Site Care in Madison Medical detox is…

OMA – Outreach Ministries of Alabama

OMA – Outreach Ministries of Alabama

7352 Alabama 36, Laceys Spring, AL 35775

  • Men

OMA – Outreach Ministries of Alabama is a rehab located in , Alabama. OMA – Outreach Ministries of Alabama specializes in the treatment of addiction.

Athens Limestone Counseling Center AL 35611

Athens-Limestone Counseling Center

1307 East Elm Street, Athens, AL 35611

  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

Athens Mental Health Center provides mental health and substance use disorder treatment in an outpatient format in Athens Alabama. Addiction treatment is available for individuals who are struggling with dual diagnosis. Individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy are provided. Additionally, Athens Mental Health Center provides case management services, geriatric programs, psychiatric assessments, housing support, and medication prescription…

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Mountain Lakes Behavioral Healthcare

370 County Road 63, Woodville, AL 35776

  • Inpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

Mountain Lakes Behavioral Health - Woodville is a mental health and dual diagnosis treatment center located in Woodville, Alabama. The facility provides residential treatment services. Individual counseling, group counseling, and family counseling are offered. Classes that help participants learn new life skills and understand their challenges more clearly are also provided. All programs operated by Mountain Lakes Behavioral Healthcare are…

Decatur Morgan Counseling Center AL 35603

Decatur-Morgan Counseling Center

4110 US Highway 31 South, Decatur, AL 35603

  • Outpatient
  • Medicaid
  • Private insurance

Decatur Morgan Counseling Center, located in Decatur, Alabama, is a nonprofit behavioral health program that treats individuals struggling with addiction, mental health conditions, and behavioral health issues through outpatient treatment programming. Their services are provided within the home, and within various locations where people reside such as nursing homes or sober living homes. School-based services are also available. Individual counseling,…

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Cost of Rehab in Huntsville

Cost is one of the biggest concerns for people seeking treatment, and prices vary widely by level of care, program length, and facility type. Following are average costs for each type of care in Huntsville. These numbers reflect totals before insurance and other benefits are applied, so most people pay far less than these sticker prices.

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  • $144,488 Medical detox
  • $51,717 Inpatient rehab
  • $8,593 Outpatient rehab
  • $7,635 Outpatient methadone
  • How rehab costs work in Huntsville

    • Most of the 24 programs here offer outpatient care
    • Of the 24 local programs, 7 take Medicaid
    • A quarter of the local programs provide financial assistance
    • Metro prices run about 7% below the national average
    • About 10% of Madison County adults go without health insurance
    • Just 2 of the 24 local programs use a sliding scale

    Cost basics: most of the 24 programs here offer outpatient care · of the 24 local programs, 7 take Medicaid · a quarter of the local programs provide financial assistance · metro prices run about 7% below the national average · about 10% of Madison County adults go without health insurance · just 2 of the 24 local programs use a sliding scale

How to Pay for Rehab in Huntsville

Of the 25 rehab centers serving the Huntsville area, most accept more than one form of payment, which gives residents several routes to affordable care. Self-payment and private insurance are the most widely accepted, and a meaningful number of local programs work with public coverage, TRICARE, and financial assistance.

Insurance and Private Pay

19 accept private health insurance

22 accept self-payment or cash

Private health insurance is accepted at 19 of the area's facilities, and 22 accept self-payment. Under federal parity rules, most private plans must cover addiction treatment comparably to other medical care, though covered services, networks, and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan. Verifying your benefits and network status ahead of time helps avoid surprise bills.

Major insurance carriers accepted at Alabama treatment centers include:

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Medicaid

7 accept Medicaid

Seven Huntsville-area facilities accept Alabama Medicaid. Alabama Medicaid covers a continuum of substance use disorder services based on American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) levels of care, including early intervention, outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment, and opioid use disorder treatment with methadone, buprenorphine, and Vivitrol.

Huntsville was selected as one of nine pilot counties in the state's Medicaid substance use disorder demonstration because of its high level of documented need, so medication-assisted treatment coverage is comparatively strong here. Eligible residents may have most or all outpatient treatment costs covered.

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Medicare

3 accept Medicare

Three area facilities accept Medicare, which covers addiction treatment for eligible adults age 65 and older and for some younger people with qualifying disabilities. As of January 2024, Medicare also began covering intensive outpatient program (IOP) services in settings such as community mental health centers and opioid treatment programs, expanding the options for beneficiaries.

If you or a loved one relies on Medicare, it is worth confirming how Medicare covers addiction treatment and which local programs are enrolled before scheduling an intake.

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Military Benefits

Five area facilities accept TRICARE, the health program for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Given Huntsville's large defense and aerospace workforce and proximity to Redstone Arsenal, military-connected families make up a meaningful share of the population.

Service members, veterans, and their families can also explore additional rehab resources for veterans and military to understand their full range of options.

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Other Low-Cost Options

2 offer free treatment

Six area facilities offer financial assistance and two provide sliding-scale fees based on income, which can make treatment feasible for people who are uninsured or underinsured. WellStone, as a nonprofit community provider funded in part by ADMH block grants and state dollars, is a common entry point for people who need income-based or publicly funded care.

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Free Treatment Programs

If cost is a barrier, exploring rehab scholarships and free treatment options alongside publicly funded programs can open more doors than many people expect.

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Frequently asked questions

What to know about rehab in Huntsville

How We Rank Listings

Our directory is built to help Huntsville residents compare treatment options with confidence. We organize local rehab centers by the details that matter most when someone is ready to get help, including the levels of care offered, the substances and populations targeted, the payment and insurance options accepted, and the accreditations and licenses a facility holds.

Listings draw on facility-reported information and publicly available records, including accreditation status from bodies such as the Joint Commission and CARF.

We do not accept payment in exchange for a higher ranking, and a listing is not an endorsement or a guarantee of treatment outcomes. We use the following criteria to help you evaluate each option:

  • Range of care available, from medical detox through outpatient and aftercare
  • Treatment approaches and support for co-occurring mental health conditions
  • Accepted payment methods, including insurance, Medicaid, Medicare and self-pay
  • Accreditation, state licensing, and specialty programming

Always verify current services, availability, and costs directly with a facility before making a decision.

Rehab in Huntsville: What to Know

Huntsville is the county seat of Madison County and, as of recent Census estimates, the largest city in Alabama, anchoring a metro area of roughly half a million residents across Madison and Limestone counties. Known as “Rocket City” for its aerospace and defense industry, the area has grown quickly, and its treatment network has expanded alongside it.

Our directory lists 25 rehab centers in and around Huntsville, spanning Alabama’s statewide rehab directory of local options and covering everything from supervised withdrawal management to long-term outpatient care.

The backbone of publicly funded behavioral health care in the area is WellStone, the region’s largest nonprofit provider. Founded in 1969 as the Huntsville-Madison County Mental Health Board and later known for decades as the Mental Health Center of Madison County, WellStone serves more than 13,000 people a year across Madison and Cullman counties and operates substance use programs including its New Horizons Recovery Center.

Other established local providers include Bradford Health Services and outpatient opioid treatment programs offering methadone and buprenorphine. When you are ready to compare addiction treatment options, having several providers within a short drive gives Huntsville residents more flexibility than in many parts of the state.

Substance use patterns in Madison County reflect national trends, with opioids and alcohol driving much of the local need. According to the Centers for Disease Control, provisional data for Madison County show that, in 2024, 52 individuals lost their lives due to drug overdose, down from 111 deaths in 2023. Fentanyl, in particular, has driven local overdose deaths, which has spurred community naloxone and fentanyl test-strip programs.

For people whose primary concern is opioid use, understanding opioid use disorder and the treatment options available locally is a useful starting point.

Levels of Care Available in Huntsville

The 25 rehab centers serving Huntsville span the full continuum of care, with 15 offering medical detox, 14 providing inpatient rehab, 22 offering outpatient services, and 10 treating co-occurring mental health conditions. This range means most people can find an appropriate starting point locally, whether they need round-the-clock medical supervision or flexible outpatient support.

Medical detox is often the first step for people with physical dependence on alcohol, opioids or benzodiazepines. Supervised medical detox safely manages withdrawal, and 15 area facilities offer this level of care, including hospital-based and specialized programs.

Inpatient and residential rehab provides structured, 24-hour care away from daily triggers, typically over 30 to 90 days. With 14 inpatient rehab programs in the area, Huntsville residents have stronger residential access than much of Alabama, where live-in options are concentrated in the larger metros.

Outpatient care is the most common level of treatment locally, with 22 clinics offering everything from standard weekly counseling to more intensive schedules. Outpatient rehab and intensive outpatient programs let people continue working or caring for family while receiving treatment, and WellStone offers ASAM Level I outpatient and Level II.1 intensive outpatient services locally.

Ten area programs treat co-occurring disorders, addressing addiction and mental health conditions such as co-occurring depression at the same time. Research has found that integrated dual-diagnosis care improves outcomes for people managing both.

For those transitioning out of structured treatment, two local sober living homes and rehab aftercare supports help maintain progress over the long term.

Specialty Programs in Huntsville

Beyond general treatment, several Huntsville-area facilities offer programs tailored to specific populations and substances. These specialty tracks recognize that effective care often depends on shared experience, targeted clinical focus, and an environment where people feel understood.

Alcohol remains the most commonly treated substance in the area, with 22 programs offering care for alcohol use disorder. Eleven programs focus on opioid use disorder, reflecting the local impact of fentanyl and prescription opioids, and many pair counseling with medication-assisted treatment. Fourteen programs serve young adults, whose treatment needs often differ from those of older patients.

Local programs also serve gender-specific groups, older adults, and military-connected patients. One area program offers LGBTQ+ affirming addiction care, and one provides veterans and military programming, which pairs with the broader base of TRICARE-accepting facilities noted above.

Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Huntsville

Cost and insurance should never be the only thing standing between someone and help. Huntsville and Madison County have a strong network of free and low-cost resources, from 24-hour crisis lines to peer recovery centers staffed by people with lived experience. The organizations below offer support at little or no cost.

Crisis and Helplines

Community and Peer Recovery

  • R.O.S.S. Madison County (Recovery Organization of Support Specialists)
    https://ross4u.org/
    A free recovery community center offering peer support groups, recovery coaching and treatment navigation, staffed by state-certified peers in recovery.
  • United Way 2-1-1 Connect
    https://www.211connectsalabama.org/
    Connect with local social services, including food, housing and addiction resources.

Harm Reduction and Prevention

  • Partnership for a Drug-Free Community
    https://thepdfc.org/
    A Huntsville nonprofit offering free fentanyl test strips, a Recovery Resource Hub with certified peer support specialists and free assessments, take-back programs and naloxone events such as Save a Life Day
  • NEXT Distro Alabama
    https://nextdistro.org/alabama
    Provides naloxone (Narcan), crisis support and harm reduction supplies by mail and online.

Government and Publicly Funded Care

  • WellStone / New Horizons Recovery Center
    https://wellstone.com
    Publicly funded substance use treatment through ADMH Medicaid, state and block grant dollars
  • Alabama Department of Mental Health
    https://mh.alabama.gov/
    Maintains an online provider directory to help residents find state-funded and Medicaid-accepting SUD providers by county
Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Huntsville

Madison County has felt the same pressures driving the national overdose crisis, though recent data point to a hopeful turn. County emergency responders reported overdose calls easing in the first half of 2024, and Alabama as a whole saw one of its steepest declines in overdose deaths in years, which local officials attribute partly to expanded treatment access and wider naloxone availability.

The figures below reflect the local and statewide picture.

Fentanyl continues to drive most local overdose deaths, with the Madison County coroner reporting clusters of suspected fentanyl deaths within short periods. This is why community and national substance use statistics and local prevention efforts increasingly emphasize fentanyl test strips and naloxone. Alcohol also remains a leading driver of local treatment need, reflected in the 22 area programs offering alcohol-specific care.

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Sources Sources (7)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau. (2020). Huntsville Metropolitan Statistical Area Population Data.
  2. City of Huntsville. (2025). Facts and Figures About Huntsville.
  3. WAFF 48. (2024). Drug Overdose Numbers Going Down in Madison County Amid Rise in Deaths in Alabama.
  4. Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council. (2024). 2024 Annual Report.
  5. Alabama Reflector. (2025). Alabama Sees Significant Drop in Overdose Deaths, CDC Data Shows.
  6. Alabama Medicaid Agency. (2023). Substance Use Disorder Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver.
  7. Center for Medicare Advocacy. (2023). New Substance Use Disorder Coverage in Medicare in 2024.

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