Expert Insights
Hayward has a lower violent crime rate than the national average. That’s great, but the overall crime rate is higher, and this is partly due to drug crimes.
The city has received a miserable D-rating from CrimeGrade for drug-related crimes, and 85% of U.S. cities are considered safer than Hayward when it comes to drugs. How can city officials make this town safer? Other cities have improved stats by implementing structural changes that make the community less susceptible to drug traffic.
We need to make sure Hayward neighborhoods are physically designed to prevent drug crimes. Let’s look at installing gates or alley barricades, brightening the lighting, removing any abandoned cars, and creating one-way streets – any changes that would make the neighborhoods less conducive to drug traffic.
~ Kerry Nenn
Cost of Drug Rehab in Hayward
Many things can affect the cost of a drug or alcohol rehab in Hayward. They can include:
Treatment setting
Amenities
Length of program
Insurance accepted
Government funding
Location
The treatment setting refers to whether you are in an inpatient or outpatient program. You can expect an inpatient program to be more expensive than outpatient due to the level of care involved. Also, the longer the program lasts, the more it will cost. Amenities such as a pool, holistic or spa-type treatments, and other luxury programs will also cost more.
While insurance typically covers at least some of your addiction treatment, you will need to make sure you find Hayward drug rehabs that accept your provider. Our service providers can help you, or you can call the number on the back of your insurance card.
Location can also play a factor. For example, you can expect a facility with a view of the ocean to likely cost a bit more than a standard facility.
In the end, cost should not be considered a barrier to care. There are state-funded and free programs in Hayward that provide low-cost and free care.
Low-Cost and Free Drug Rehab Centers in Hayward
To qualify for free or low-cost state-funded rehabs or detox centers in Hayward, you will likely have to meet income requirements, show you are not currently covered by another insurance program, and verify your residency.
Other options that can assist with costs include:
- Scholarships: Some rehabs offer scholarships to help offset costs. This will take some research, and you may have to fill out an application form.
- Sliding scale programs: A sliding scale program takes into account your monthly income and bases the cost of your care on that number.
- Insurance: Medi-Cal is California’s state Medicaid program. It provides health care services, including addiction treatment, to low-income individuals and families. Eligible residents can receive services through Medi-Cal-certified programs.
Resources
- Healthy Alameda County. (2022). Age-Adjusted Death Rate Due to Drug Use.
- California Department of Public Health. (2020). California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard – Alameda County.
- Alameda County Healthcare Services Agency. (2020). Opioids in Alameda County.
- Healthy Alameda County. (2022). Health/Alcohol & Drug Use.
- Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services. (2021). Substance Use Continuum of Care.
