Drug & alcohol rehab centers in Miami, FL

Medically reviewed by Libby Pelligrini, MMS, PA-C Written by Rita Milios, LCSW, SAP

87 treatment centers in and around Miami, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, what you can pay, and who the program is built for. Below the listings: what rehab costs here, how to pay for it, and a note from one of our experts.

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	Summer House Detox Center	13550 Memorial Highway, Miami, FL 33161 Summer House Detox Center is an inpatient alcohol and drug rehab based in Miami, Florida. They specialize in providing medical detox services for adults experiencing addiction to alcohol, heroin, opiates, benzodiazepines, methadone, and Suboxone. Get Through Withdrawal with Compassionate, Experienced Care Detox is often the most intimidating phase of recovery. Going to a dedicated detox center like Summer House means…	Detox Inpatient	Private insurance
	Jewish Community Behavioral Health Services	7875 Southwest 104 Street Suite 101, Miami, FL 33156 Jewish Community Behavioral Health Services is a mental health and counseling provider in Miami, Florida offering compassionate and culturally responsive care for clients and families across Miami-Dade County. They are known for accessibility and sliding scale fees with a culturally competent approach that serves both the broader community and Jewish populations. Jewish Community Behavioral Health Services accepts many major insurance…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Adaptive Center	1411 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145 Adaptive Center provides substance use and mental health treatment for men and women and Miami, Florida. The suburban setting makes the facility an ideal location to recover while engaging in the community. A Unique Rehab Experience The facility focuses on improving both your mental and physical health in order to achieve addicted recovery. The staff encourages you to participate in…	Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Community Enhancement Residential Program	1560 Southwest 1st Street, Miami, FL 33135 The Community Enhancement Recovery Program (CERP), part of Banyan Community Health, provides substance use and mental health treatment in Miami, Florida. They offer multiple care levels for adolescents and adults with this location providing inpatient care so residents can focus on recovery without distractions. Working With the Justice System CERP is a level 2 program that works with the criminal…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid
	Borinquen Medical Centers Behavioral Health Resource Center	100 Northeast 38th Street Suite 5, Miami, FL 33137 Borinquen Medical Centers Behavioral Health Resource Center is a CARF-accredited community health provider in Miami's Design District offering integrated behavioral health and substance use treatment. The center delivers outpatient addiction counseling, psychiatry and case management for adults navigating substance use disorders, serious mental illness and co-occurring health needs. Rooted in a mission of accessible, culturally responsive care, Borinquen serves Miami-Dade's…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
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	Chrysalis Health – Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program	2215 Northwest 36th Street, Miami, FL 33142 Chrysalis Health provides substance use and mental health treatment in Miami, Florida. They specialize in age appropriate programs that cater to children, adolescents, and adults, with thorough assessments for each guest. Integrative Treatment Approach Chrysalis believes in using multiple proven methods to help guests overcome addiction. They combine compassionate care with counseling to address the various stages of change, helping…	Outpatient	Medicaid
	Comprehensive Psychiatric Center	4790 Northwest 7th Street Suite 102, Miami, FL 33126 Comprehensive Psychiatric Center is located in Miami, Florida. This is a psychiatric center that's also able to provide supportive care to adults struggling with a substance use disorder. Some of the services they offer include outpatient detox, medication assisted treatment and therapeutic interventions to help you work through your addiction struggles. They specialize in supporting adults and young adults, but…	Detox Outpatient
	Comprehensive Psychiatric Center North Miami	240 Northwest 183rd Street, Miami, FL 33169 Comprehensive Psychiatric Center North Miami is a private organization providing specialized opioid use disorder treatment in Miami, Florida. Since 1979 they’ve offered outpatient and inpatient services for adults aged 18 or older. Accessible Care One great thing I noticed was their dedication to affordable care. They accept private and public health insurance including Optum, Florida Exchange, Oscar Health Plan, Medicaid…	Detox Outpatient
	Concept Health Systems Miami	162 Northeast 49th Street, Miami, FL 33137 Concept Health Systems Miami is a CARF accredited behavioral health and addiction treatment provider serving adults, young adults and adolescents in Miami, Florida. The center offers integrated care for substance use disorders and co occurring mental health conditions, with bilingual services available in English and Spanish. Their community based approach blends evidence based clinical care with wraparound supports designed to…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Evolutions Treatment Center Miami	16565 Northeast 4th Avenue, Miami, FL 33162 In Miami, Florida, Evolutions Treatment Center is an inpatient drug and alcohol rehab. They run a young adult residential program, and outpatient services are part of what they offer as well. Detox and Residential in Miami Evolutions keeps medical detox and residential care at its inpatient rehab in Miami, with a place to sleep and supervision arou	Detox Inpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Family Recovery Specialists	9350 Sunset Drive Suite 175, Miami, FL 33173 Family Recovery Specialists is an outpatient addiction and mental health treatment provider in Miami, Florida, offering PHP, IOP and standard outpatient care for adolescents, adults and families. Located at 9350 Sunset Drive, the program treats substance use disorders and co occurring mental health conditions through an individualized, family centered approach. With a mostly bilingual staff providing services in English and…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Fellowship House	5711 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33143 Fellowship House in Miami, Florida, provides numerous services to help guests with substance abuse and mental health conditions. The goal is to offer a path to freedom from drugs, alcohol and past traumas holding you back from a healthy, productive lifestyle. One of the nearby attractions is the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Guests have 83 acres of tropical plants and…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Harbor Village Miami Rehab Center	9198 Northwest 8th Avenue, Miami, FL 33150 Harbor Village is an addiction treatment center in Miami, Florida, offering a full continuum of substance use and co-occurring mental health care on a single campus. Services include medically supervised detox, residential inpatient, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient and aftercare support. Medically Supervised Detox and Rehab with Harbor Village Harbor Village provides medically supervised detox, residential rehab, PHP,…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Healthy Connections	2780 Southwest 37th Avenue Suite 206, Miami, FL 33133 Healthy Connections in Miami, Florida, offers services for children, youth and adults. They are certified by The Joint Commission, the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Silent Victims of Crime, Easterseals of South Florida and AHCA. Outpatient counseling is available for all ages. This is individualized, age-appropriate counseling that involves family members for a collaborative approach. Parent Coaching and Enrichment Sessions…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital	1695 Northwest 9th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital is a freestanding behavioral health facility in Miami, Florida, offering inpatient, outpatient and telehealth psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults and seniors. The hospital treats mental health and substance use conditions, including co occurring disorders, using individual, group, family and couples therapy alongside medication management and psychological testing. As part of Jackson Health System and affiliated…	Inpatient Outpatient
	Jackson South Medical Center	9333 Southwest 152nd Street, Miami, FL 33157 Jackson South Medical Center is a hospital based addiction treatment and behavioral health resource in Miami, Florida, offering inpatient care and crisis stabilization for adults facing substance use and co occurring disorders. As part of the Jackson Health System, the facility combines 24/7 emergency services, rehabilitation and neuropsychology to support patients with complex medical and behavioral needs. The approach emphasizes…	Inpatient	Medicaid
	Dr. Fatima Zafar Health & Wellness Center	5361 Northwest 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142 Jessie Trice Community Health System is a nonprofit federally qualified health center that's served Miami-Dade County since 1967. Dr. Fatima Zafar Health & Wellness Center is part of that system, and it offers outpatient rehab in Miami, Florida. The system's ambulatory and behavioral health programs have been Joint Commission accredited since 1999. Day Treatment in Miami Day treatment at the…	Outpatient
	Kendall Regional Medical Center	11750 SW 40 Street, Miami, FL 33175 HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, formerly Kendall Regional Medical Center, is a hospital based behavioral health and addiction treatment provider in Miami, Florida. As a 424 bed tertiary care and teaching hospital, it offers addiction and mental health services within a full medical setting, including options for individuals with cooccurring disorders. Reviewers often mention helpful staff, clean surroundings and attentive care…	Inpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Larkin Community Hospital South Miami	7031 Southwest 62nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33143 Larkin Community Hospital South Miami is an academic medical center in Miami, Florida. With an A+ Leapfrog Safety rating, this 146 bed acute care hospital provides substance use disorder and mental health care for adults. Inpatient detox, partial hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient care are available at this location. If you need ongoing monitoring and treatment, they can refer you…	Inpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Banyan Community Health Center Behavioral Health	3850 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33134 The Banyan Community Health Center in Miami, Florida offers a range of medical services as well as mental health and substance abuse treatments. They provide care for both adolescents and adults. You can get a wide range of addiction services here such as medication assisted treatment, residential care, detox and outpatient programs. They accept clients with a dual diagnosis and…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Miami Dade New Direction Residential Treatment Program	3140 Northwest 76th Street, Miami, FL 33147 The Miami Dade New Directions Residential Treatment Program helps clients overcome substance addiction. Along with the inpatient service, they also provide outpatient care for guests requiring less structure or who have completed residential treatment. Payment assistance for clients who are underinsured and private health insurance plans are accepted. Structured Care For Healing The residential program involves a secure, structured setting…	Inpatient
	Miami Dade Community Services	1901 Southwest 1st Street, Miami, FL 33135 Miami Dade Community Services is a not for profit, community based treatment center in Miami, Florida. Since 2001 they’ve provided outpatient substance abuse and mental health care for adults in Miami Dade and Broward counties. You can access proven therapeutic interventions including targeted group therapy and services for individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Breaking Financial Barriers One thing…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Miami VA Medical Center	1201 Northwest 16th Street, Miami, FL 33125 Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center is an outpatient clinic in Miami, Florida. As Miami’s main VA campus, they offer primary care and specialty services for Veterans and their families including substance abuse treatment and mental health care. They provide telehealth visits, same day appointments, and walk in express care for time sensitive medical issues. Integrated Care…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient
	New Horizons Community Mental Health Center	1469 Northwest 36th Street, Miami, FL 33142 In Miami-Dade's federally designated poverty area, New Horizons Community Mental Health Center has offered care since March 1974. It's an addiction treatment center in Miami for children, adolescents and adults. Outpatient and Residential in Miami Supervised residential care and outpatient counseling both happen at New Horizons. Residential care runs around the clock for adults, and you'll stay on site through…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Regis House	1250 Northwest 7th Street Suite 209, Miami, FL 33125 Regis House is a nonprofit outpatient substance use treatment program and mental health counseling agency in Miami, Florida, located in the Little Havana neighborhood at 1250 Northwest 7 Street. Founded in 1984, the organization offers outpatient and intensive outpatient services for adolescents and adults navigating substance use, co occurring mental health concerns and life stressors. Regis House takes a client…	Outpatient	Medicaid

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“Rodriguez and Syros say the next step is to use their findings to make meaningful change at the local pharmacy level to bridge the gaps in treating opioid addiction.”

Students from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine recently won the Representation in Research award from the American Society of Addiction Medicine for their student-led research on the availability of buprenorphine-naloxone (Suboxone) in South Florida’s outpatient pharmacies.

Medical students served as staff members for a clinic run by the Miller School with a focus on providing medical care for ID drug users. And it was through that experience that Miller School medical students Maria Rodriguez and Alina Syros learned that FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder can dramatically reduce the mortality rates of those who are dependent on opioids like fentanyl, heroin, or oxycodone.

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What to know about rehab in Miami

How We Rank Listings

Our Miami listings draw from licensed treatment providers in the Florida Department of Children and Families directory, the SAMHSA National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Facilities, and verified provider data we collect directly from facilities. Each listing reflects a real, operating program, not a marketing placeholder.

We surface programs based on the level of care, payment types accepted, specialty populations served, and current accreditation status. Joint Commission, CARF, LegitScript, and NAATP credentials are flagged where applicable so families can quickly identify programs that meet recognized standards of care.

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Rehab in Miami: What to Know

Miami is the seat of Miami-Dade County, Florida's most populous county and the anchor of the South Florida metropolitan area. The city's treatment landscape includes 88 licensed programs spanning medical detox, residential care, partial hospitalization, and outpatient services, with a heavy concentration of programs that treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use. Families looking at rehab options across Florida often find Miami-Dade has more depth of specialty programming than most other parts of the state.

Behavioral health funding for Miami-Dade and Monroe counties flows largely through Thriving Mind South Florida, the regional managing entity contracted by the Florida Department of Children and Families. Thriving Mind oversees a network of safety-net providers and coordinates the county's 988 lifeline, mobile response teams, and crisis services, with operations run through partners like WestCare/The Village South, Jewish Community Services of South Florida, Banyan Health, and Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital.

The result is a tiered system: uninsured residents move through DCF-funded community providers, while insured residents access a wider range of private and hospital-based programs as part of broader addiction treatment options.

Miami-Dade also operates the country's original drug court, established in 1989 by the 11th Judicial Circuit and the Office of the State Attorney. The court diverts nonviolent defendants with substance use disorders into a minimum one-year treatment program with judicial oversight, and the model has since been replicated nationwide.

The local substance use picture is shaped by the fentanyl supply that has driven overdose patterns across South Florida since the mid-2010s. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's toxicology lab was among the first in the country to systematically track fentanyl and fentanyl analog deaths, and it continues to publish research on the local drug supply, including the rise of xylazine and synthetic cathinones (often sold as flakka) as cutting agents. The University of Miami's IDEA Exchange, Florida's first legal syringe services program, has operated in Overtown since 2016 and runs a mobile unit across the county.

Cost of Rehab in Miami

Rehab costs in Miami are generally in line with Florida averages, with variation driven by level of care, program length, and amenities. State-level data from America's Health Rankings and treatment industry surveys put the average cost of medical detox in Florida at $139,638, with inpatient programs averaging $49,981 and outpatient programs around $8,305.

These figures reflect total program costs before insurance, scholarship, or sliding-scale adjustments. Insurance coverage, when available, typically reduces out-of-pocket costs significantly, and most facilities will run a benefits check before admission.

Miami-Dade's cost of living is above the Florida average, which can push private-pay program rates at the higher end of the state range, particularly for residential programs in Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and the beachfront corridor. Programs in inland Miami-Dade and along the southern county boundary tend to cluster closer to state averages.

Treatment setting inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, or outpatient

Length of program 30, 60, or 90 days for residential; 8 to 12 weeks for IOP

Amenities standard versus luxury or executive programs

Insurance status and in-network availability

Whether the program offers sliding-scale or financial assistance

Whether co-occurring mental health treatment is needed alongside substance use care

Location within Miami-Dade beachfront and luxury programs versus inland community providers

If full private payment is not realistic, several options can reduce costs. A portion of Miami programs offer sliding-scale and financial-assistance programs and a smaller share offers scholarship funding or fully free treatment slots through state and county contracts.

Our guide to inpatient rehab and residential treatment outlines what residential and outpatient stays typically include, which helps when comparing quoted prices.

How to Pay for Rehab in Miami

Across the 88 licensed treatment programs in Miami, 79 accept self-payment or cash, 57 accept private health insurance, 41 accept Florida Medicaid, and 28 accept Medicare. Most programs accept more than one payment source, and a growing share offer sliding-scale fees, financial assistance, or financing for residents who fall between full self-pay and Medicaid eligibility.

Medicare

Medicare covers substance use disorder treatment for eligible adults age 65 and older, as well as for younger adults receiving Social Security Disability Insurance. Part A covers inpatient hospital-based care, including hospital detox and inpatient psychiatric stays.

Part B covers outpatient counseling, partial hospitalization, and medication-assisted treatment delivered in outpatient settings and Part D covers prescription medications, including the oral and long-acting injectable forms of buprenorphine and naltrexone. Out-of-pocket exposure depends on whether a person has Original Medicare with a supplement, a Medicare Advantage plan, or no supplemental coverage. Our overview of how insurance covers addiction treatment walks through what to verify before admission.

Medicaid

Florida Medicaid covers a full continuum of substance use treatment, including medical detox, residential care when medically necessary, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, standard outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment with methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

Coverage is delivered through Florida's Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC) program. In Miami-Dade, the main plans serving SUD beneficiaries include Sunshine Health, Simply Healthcare, Humana, Aetna Better Health, Molina, and Community Care Plan. Prior authorization rules vary across plans, particularly for residential treatment and inpatient detox; office-based medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine or naltrexone is generally available without prior authorization. The most direct route into Medicaid-funded care for uninsured residents is through Thriving Mind South Florida's provider network.

Military Benefits

Active-duty service members, retirees, and eligible dependents in Miami-Dade can access TRICARE-covered treatment through 18 local programs, and veterans can access the full continuum of SUD services through the Miami VA Healthcare System and the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center, which is federally recognized as a Center of Excellence in Substance Abuse Treatment. The VA offers detox, residential care, outpatient SUD counseling, MAT, and co-occurring mental health treatment, and Vet Centers in Miami provide readjustment counseling. Additional rehab resources for veterans and military families outline benefits, eligibility and how to enroll.

Insurance and Private Pay

Most major commercial carriers operate in the Miami market, and the 57 programs that accept private insurance generally contract with the largest plans. Verifying in-network status, deductible, and any prior authorization requirements before admission is the single most useful step a family can take to avoid surprise bills. Coverage for residential treatment varies more than coverage for outpatient programs, so this is usually where verification matters most.

Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
Cigna
Florida Blue
Humana
Magellan
Optum
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Other Low-Cost Options

For residents who fall between full private pay and Medicaid eligibility, 38 Miami programs offer sliding-scale fees, 31 offer financial assistance, and 18 offer financing. Sliding-scale rates are typically tied to verified household income, so admissions staff usually request recent pay stubs or a tax return. Financing arrangements vary widely across treatment centers. Some centers offer interest-free payments for short terms, while others are third-party loans with standard consumer interest rates.

Free Treatment Programs

Three programs in Miami offer fully free treatment, and additional free slots are available through DCF-contracted providers in the Thriving Mind network. Free care is generally tied to eligibility criteria such as income, uninsured status, or referral through the criminal justice system, the homeless services system, or a county crisis program. Information on rehab scholarships and free treatment pathways covers the most common routes into no-cost care.

Levels of Care Available in Miami

Miami's treatment system includes 29 medical detox programs, 41 inpatient or residential programs, 11 partial hospitalization programs, 72 standard outpatient clinics, 65 programs that treat co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and 14 sober living homes.

Medical Detox

Medical detox is the first step for people physically dependent on alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or certain other substances. Programs provide round-the-clock medical monitoring and medications to manage withdrawal safely. Detox typically runs three to seven days for most substances and longer for benzodiazepines. Learn more about supervised medical detox and what to expect.

Inpatient and Residential Treatment

Residential programs in Miami offer 24-hour care in a structured therapeutic environment, with stays typically ranging from 28 to 90 days. These programs are most appropriate for people with severe substance use disorders, unstable home environments, or co-occurring conditions that benefit from intensive support.

Partial Hospitalization

Partial hospitalization programs deliver structured treatment four to six hours a day, five days a week, while clients return home or to sober living in the evenings. PHP often serves as a step down from residential care or a step up from outpatient care when symptoms intensify. See our overview of PHP treatment for what these programs typically include.

Outpatient Treatment

Standard outpatient programs include individual counseling, group therapy, and medication management on a schedule that allows work and family responsibilities to continue. Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) raise the frequency to several sessions per week. With 72 outpatient clinics, Miami has the deepest outpatient capacity of any city in Florida.

Co-occurring (Dual Diagnosis) Programs

Sixty-five of Miami's 88 programs are equipped to treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use, including co-occurring depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. Integrated treatment is the recommended standard of care when both conditions are present, since untreated mental health symptoms are a leading driver of relapse.

Sober Living and Aftercare

Sober living homes provide structured, substance-free housing for people transitioning out of residential treatment. They typically require continued participation in outpatient treatment, peer support, or recovery groups. Continuing care through rehab aftercare is consistently associated with better long-term outcomes.

Behavioral Therapy

Across all levels of care, evidence-based behavioral therapy forms the core of treatment, including cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused approaches.

Specialty Programs in Miami

Miami treatment providers offer a wide range of specialty tracks designed for specific populations and substance use patterns. Specialty programming matters because clinical needs, cultural context, and recovery goals vary across populations, and outcomes improve when treatment is matched to the person.

Women's and men's tracks address gender-specific clinical and social factors that affect recovery, including trauma histories, parenting responsibilities, and peer dynamics. Older adult programs adjust pacing and address the medical comorbidities and prescription medication issues that are common in this population. Young adult tracks serve the 18-to-25 age group, which includes a significant share of Miami's college and university student community.

Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Miami

Beyond licensed treatment programs, a network of crisis lines, county services, harm reduction organizations, and community-based providers serves Miami-Dade residents who need immediate help, information, or low-barrier access to care. If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health and substance use crises, 988 connects callers in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties to trained counselors at Jewish Community Services through our 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline partner.

Crisis Lines

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 from any phone, 24/7. Local calls in Miami-Dade route to JCS 211 Miami counselors, with services in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
2-1-1 Miami: Dial 211 or 305-631-4211 for confidential information and referrals to community resources in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Text your ZIP code to 898211. Operated by Jewish Community Services of South Florida.
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free and confidential, 24/7, for substance use and mental health treatment referrals in English and Spanish.
Thriving Mind South Florida access line: 1-888-248-3111 for help accessing the regional behavioral health safety-net system.

County and Government Services

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County: 305-575-3800. Information on county health programs, behavioral health resources, and public services. miamidade.floridahealth.gov
Miami-Dade Community Action and Human Services Department: 305-751-4342. County-administered behavioral health and social services for low-income residents. https://www.miamidade.gov/global/socialservices/home.page
Miami-Dade 311 Contact Center: Dial 311 or 305-468-5900 for non-emergency county services, including referrals to housing, food, and behavioral health programs. https://www.miamidade.gov/global/311/home.page
Mobile Response Teams: Operated by WestCare/The Village South under the Thriving Mind contract. Four teams serve Miami-Dade for on-site behavioral health crisis intervention. Request through 988 or 211. https://thrivingmind.org/network-services/mobile-response

Community and Nonprofit Providers

Jewish Community Services of South Florida: 305-576-6550. Operates 211 Miami, the local 988 contact center, and free counseling services. https://jcsfl.org/
Banyan Health Systems: 305-774-3616. Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated behavioral health, primary care, and SUD treatment on a sliding-scale basis. https://banyanhealth.org/
Community Health of South Florida (CHI): 305-252-4820. Federally Qualified Health Center system with behavioral health services across South Miami-Dade. https://chisouthfl.org/
NAMI Miami-Dade: 305-665-2540. Free peer support groups, family-to-family education, and mental health advocacy. https://namimiami.org/
WestCare / The Village South: Residential and outpatient SUD treatment, including programs for criminal justice referrals and homeless residents. https://villagesouth.org/

Harm Reduction

IDEA Exchange (University of Miami): Florida's first legal syringe services program, operating a fixed site in Overtown and a mobile unit across Miami-Dade. Free naloxone distribution, syringe exchange, wound care, HIV and hepatitis C testing, and telehealth-delivered buprenorphine. ideaexchangeflorida.org
NEXT Distro Florida: Free naloxone by mail for Florida residents at nextdistro.org.

Veterans and Military

Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center: 1201 NW 16th Street, Miami. Main phone 305-575-7000. Outpatient Substance Abuse Clinic (OSAC), MAT, residential SUD options, and integrated mental health care. https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/locations/bruce-w-carter-department-of-veterans-affairs-medical-center/
VA Sunrise Outpatient Clinic and Vet Centers: Located across Miami-Dade and Broward; readjustment counseling for combat veterans, family support, and SUD referrals.
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1, or text 838255.

Court-Involved and Justice-System Referrals

Miami-Dade Adult Drug Court: The nation's first drug court, established in 1989 by the 11th Judicial Circuit. Voluntary diversion and treatment program for defendants with substance use disorders. Information through the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office at miamisao.com.

Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Miami

The data on substance use in Miami-Dade County continues to be shaped by the fentanyl and polysubstance trends that have driven overdose patterns across Florida since the mid-2010s. Statewide drug-related deaths declined for the third consecutive year in 2023, and Miami-Dade's drug poisoning death rate remained below the Florida and U.S. averages for the 2021 to 2023 period, according to the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Medical Examiners Commission.

The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner Department's toxicology laboratory has published research documenting the local fentanyl supply since 2014, including the increasing prevalence of fentanyl analogs and the emergence of xylazine as a cutting agent.

Acute combined drug toxicity, in which fentanyl is found alongside cocaine, methamphetamine, or other substances, remains the most common cause of death in fentanyl-related cases at the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner. National context on overdose patterns is available through our overview of national substance use statistics.

On the prevention side, the IDEA Exchange has reported distributing thousands of naloxone kits since 2017 and has documented hundreds of community-reported overdose reversals tied to its program. Researchers at the University of Miami have credited the IDEA Exchange with contributing to the first observed decreases in opioid-related deaths in Miami-Dade since the start of the fentanyl wave.

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