Expert Insights
Stamford-based Purdue Pharma has been the target of much-deserved controversy over the last few years, and it’s time their victims and families received what they are owed.
In a recent article, I learned that in current court proceedings, the Sackler family is still trying to skirt around any responsibility for their part in the opioid epidemic. While a potential settlement is currently on pause and this means the money has not reached the victims, it’s due to the Sacklers’ abuse of bankruptcy protections.
I think the Sackler’s need to be held responsible financially and serve jail time for the death and destruction they’ve caused.
~ Kelly Fitzgerald Junco
Paying for Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Stamford
If the cost of care is prohibiting you from seeking the treatment and therapy you need, you have low-cost and free options available.
State-Funded Rehab Centers
This type of facility receives government grants to offer free or low-cost care. State-funded rehabs are available to individuals who can’t afford treatment due to low income or no insurance. State-funded facilities can also include certain methadone clinics that give out medications to treat opioid use disorders.
Scholarships
Scholarships are funds offered by a treatment center to help pay for the cost of care. You can contact the facility of your choice to see what conditions would qualify you for a scholarship.
Charitable Organizations
Certain organizations provide low- or no-cost care funded by donations from monthly contributors. An example of this type of rehab is the Salvation Army.
Some free alcohol and drug rehabs in Stamford include:
- Inspirica, Inc.
- Liberation Programs, Inc.
- Fairfield Counseling Services, Inc.
Insurance, Medicare, and HUSKY Health
If you have private health insurance like Blue Cross Blue Shield or United Healthcare, this is another option available to you to help cover some or all of the costs of drug and alcohol rehab in Stamford. Depending on your provider, insurance may cover part or all of the cost, but you should choose a facility or program that is in-network.
If you don’t have private health insurance, then you may qualify for Medicare or Medicaid, which, in Connecticut, is called HUSKY Health.
Medicare
Medicare is a federal health insurance program primarily for individuals aged 65 and older.
Medicare often covers:
- Inpatient
- Outpatient
- Medications prescribed while in rehab
- Patient education about substance abuse
- Hospitalizations and follow-ups
HUSKY Health
HUSKY Health is a program funded by both Connecticut and the federal government that pays for medical services for individuals and families with low incomes. HUSKY Health covers programs to treat substance abuse and alcohol use disorders. Some of the treatments that HUSKY Health covers include:
- Inpatient
- Inpatient detox
- Outpatient
- Methadone medications
- Partial hospitalization
Using Husky Health or Medicare to pay for rehab can help to reduce the cost of treatment. To qualify for HUSKY Health in Connecticut, you have a financial situation that would be classified as low income. To qualify for Medicare, you must qualify for Social Security Benefits and be age 65 or older.
Resources
- DANIELLA ARIAS, D. (2021). 2020 Regional Priority Report. THE HUB: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACTION ORGANIZATION FOR SOUTHWESTERN CT.
- Clinton, H. (2022). Drug Overdose Deaths in Connecticut Data Dashboard, 2015 to 2022.
- Center for Medicare Advocacy. (2022). Medicare Coverage of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
- HUSKY Health Connecticut. (2018). HUSKY Health Program Member Handbook. Huskyhealthct.org.
- CT For Me. (2022). Seven Connecticut towns that are highly walkable, bikeable and livable.
