Expert Insights
My heart was so happy to read that an abandoned building in Aurora that once operated as a liquor store is now an art gallery, giving local artists the opportunity to offer healing through art. As a state ravaged by addiction, particularly alcohol addiction, it seems poetic that the new East Colfax Art Gallery and Studio will give back to locals instead of taking away their health for profit. And what’s even better is that the art is local diverse voices that truly represent the people of Aurora — a place where over 90 languages are spoken. I think this is an innovative approach to tackling addiction: replacing alcohol with creativity and community!
~ Olivia Pennelle
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Aurora?
The cost of addiction treatment in Aurora will vary depending on several factors, such as:
- The area and style of facility you choose
- The amenities and ancillary services you want
- What type of health insurance coverage you have, which will typically factor heavily in the facility you choose
There are plenty of options to choose from around town, regardless of your health insurance coverage and treatment needs.
How Do You Pay for Addiction Treatment in Aurora?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over 90% of citizens have health insurance coverage. If you’re one of the majority with insurance coverage, then there is likely a multitude of rehab centers near you that can offer you services.
If you are among the 28 million people without insurance, however, there are alternative payment methods you can try.
Choose a Program that Offers Payment Plans: If you have to pay for treatment out of pocket, your chosen rehab program might be able to offer you a payment plan that splits up the cost of care into a series of affordable payments. The best way to find out if a rehab offers payment plans is by calling and asking.
Apply for a Rehab Scholarship: Some rehab programs offer scholarships as a very last resort to people who are uninsured and unable to self-pay for care. These scholarships could cover some or all of the costs, based on the facility’s decision. If you find yourself in extraordinary need of addiction treatment in Aurora and cannot pay, call around to the facilities around you and plead your case to the directors to offer you a rehab scholarship.
Find a Sliding Scale Rehab Program: Low-income individuals or those with a high financial burden, such as raising children, may be able to find a rehab program that offers a sliding fee scale. These programs provide services to qualified individuals based on factors including income and family size. Colorado drug rehabs with sliding scale fees typically advertise this on their website, though you could also call and ask.
Resources
- The City of Aurora. (2022). Population.
- US Census Bureau. (2021). Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2020.
- Colorado Department of Human Services. (2022). Substance Use Emergency Commitment/Substance Use Involuntary Commitment.
- Colorado General Assembly. (2022). SB18-022, Clinical Practice For Opioid Prescribing.
- Douglas County. (2022). Douglas County Multiple Offender Program.
- Colorado Health Institute. (2022) A parallel epidemic: More overdose deaths in 2020, fentanyl fatalities spike.
