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I was surprised to learn that — according to an article in the news — many folks struggle to stay in recovery after completing traditional treatment programs.
That’s where a new idea was born for a nonprofit, called Recovery Unplugged. I love their idea of using music as a catalyst for positive and long-lasting recovery. So often people in recovery benefit from a creative outlet and, as these guys say, everyone loves music. It also is a great medium for recovery as it not only allows folks to express themselves, but connect with others, and experience the enjoyment of music.
Recovery is hard work so adding lightness and enjoyment, while building the other essential components of process and community, could have a real impact on folks’ long-term treatment outcomes.
~ Lesley Wirth
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Hollywood?
If you’re considering rehab, you probably want to know exactly what the costs entail. That depends on various factors, such as:
Treatment setting (inpatient versus outpatient rehabs) is the main determining factor, as the cost of room and board can be considerably higher than the therapy itself
The type of amenities you’re looking for, such as being able to use a fitness center and pool as part of your therapy
Length of time and frequency of attending rehab, as the cost tends to be per session
How you plan to pay for treatment, such as with your health insurance or a medical loan
Some ways to keep the cost of care down include moving to an area with a low cost of living, avoiding major cities, or moving close to friends and family so they can help support you during recovery. You could also look for alternative ways to raise money for treatment, such as by crowdfunding online or asking your relatives.
Are There Low-Cost and Free Drug Rehab Centers in Hollywood?
State-Funded and Sliding Scale Fees: If you’re one of the millions of Americans who are underinsured or have no health insurance, there are still options that can help. State-funded rehabs that offer free or low-cost care are the first place you can look and can be found by reaching out to your doctor or your local health and human services agency. They might be able to offer sliding-scale fees that are lower for low-income clients or scholarships that pay for all or some of the cost of care.
Scholarships: Reach out to the facilities you’re interested in, even if you don’t think you have enough funds to pay for the cost of treatment. Many centers accept Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) block grants, which enable them to offer scholarships for individuals who can’t otherwise pay for treatment. According to SAMHSA, there are five rehabs within five miles of downtown Hollywood, one of which uses block grant funding.
Using Health Insurance to Pay for Treatment: Using your health insurance coverage is a great way to cover the cost of drug rehab in Hollywood. If you have health insurance through your employer or are signed up for a provider of the health insurance marketplace or otherwise, call the number on the back of your insurance card. They’ll be able to direct you to the programs that accept your insurance and let you know what services are covered and what your out-of-pocket costs would be.
Resources
- Hollywood, Florida Population 2020 (Demographics, Maps, Graphs). (n.d.). Worldpopulationreview.com.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, March 1). Drug Overdose Mortality by State. Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration. (2022). Treatment Locator.
- National Library of Health. (2022). Substance Abuse: Clinical Issues in Intensive Outpatient Treatment. Chapter 3. Intensive Outpatient Treatment and the Continuum of Care.
