Portland Maine Drug Alcohol Rehab

Alcohol & Drug Rehabs in Portland, Maine

Situated along a peninsula on the stunning coast of southern Maine, Portland is known for its unique landscape, with numerous lighthouses dotting the coastline, more than 3,000 islands, and beautiful white sand beaches. You can receive help from accredited inpatient, outpatient, and detox centers while enjoying views of the scenic beauty of Maine’s unique coastline. Portland is the largest city in Maine and the county seat for Cumberland County. A total of 114 deaths from January to December 2021 in Cumberland County were attributed to fatal drug overdoses.1 However, access to free and low-cost drug and alcohol rehab in Portland, as well as laws that support alcohol and drug treatment, make it a great place to seek addiction treatment.
Read More

Find the Best Portland, ME Addiction Rehabs

Filters
Close iconClose
Treatment Types
Programs
Payment Options
Accreditations
Amenities
(11) Results Found
Thumbnail Name Address Phone Treatment Insurance

Find Addiction Treatment Centers Near Portland, ME

View more listings near Portland or search by the letter of cities in Maine.

Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Portland, ME

The following statistics illustrate the extent and impact of overdose and substance abuse in Cumberland County:12

Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Levels

Learn more about the various treatment settings and levels to figure out which one might work for you and your needs.

Medical Detox

Formal detox treatment involves support from a treatment team, withdrawal medications, and supportive care so that you can withdraw comfortably and safely before transitioning into addiction treatment.

Inpatient Care

Ranging from 30 to 90 days, inpatient rehab is the most structured option, giving you the opportunity to recover in a serene and peaceful environment away from stressors and triggers.

Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs)

You reside at home while attending up to 30 hours of addiction therapy per week. People sometimes step down from inpatient care to a PHP.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs)

You live at home and travel to a treatment center for up to 20 hours of treatment per week. When making their way through the continuum of care, someone may go from inpatient to PHP to an IOP.

Standard Outpatient

The least intensive option, you receive a few hours of counseling per week. This may be on an ongoing basis.

Relapse Prevention

Once you complete treatment, you’ll want to continue receiving support, such as 12-step meetings, non-12-step meetings, therapy, and sober living homes.

How to Finance Substance Addiction Treatment in Maine

Don’t let the price of addiction treatment deter you from getting the help you need. There are many different ways to pay for drug rehab.

Private Insurance

You can use your health insurance to help mitigate the cost of addiction treatment. Depending on your plan and provider, you may receive partial or even full coverage.

MaineCare: Maine Medicaid

MaineCare is Maine’s Medicaid program, which provides health insurance to low-income families and individuals. MaineCare covers the cost of addiction treatment, either partially or in full.

Maine Medicare

Maine Medicare is a government program providing coverage for people over the age of 65 and those with end-stage renal disease, as well as some other medical conditions. Maine Medicare covers substance abuse treatment, such as inpatient or outpatient care.

Sliding Scale Payment Options

Sliding scale rehabs are able to offer treatment at a reduced rate, depending on the patient’s income.

TRICARE in Maine

Maine TRICARE, which is located in the East Region, is a government health insurance program for military personnel and veterans. TRICARE covers drug and alcohol rehab on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, although you will have to contact TRICARE to learn to what extent.

IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs

Rehabs funded by the Indian Health Service offer free addiction treatment to Native peoples who need it.

Traveling to and Within Portland, ME

Portland Maine
The following tips may be useful to guide your plans for rehab in Portland, Maine, or for visiting a loved one receiving treatment in Portland.

  • Fun activities in Portland, ME, include hiking and climbing in the state and national parks, sea kayaking, or paddle boarding along the coastal waterways, biking on the scenic routes, and camping under the stars.
  • The best option for flying in and out of Portland is Portland International Jetport. You can choose from multiple airlines that serve this airport, including JetBlue, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines.
  • Bangor International Airport is an alternative for flights; however, it is almost a two-hour drive from Portland.
  • Some neighborhoods, such as downtown, are walkable, and you do not need a car to run errands in those neighborhoods.
  • Travel options within Portland include bus and shared rides such as Lyft and Uber.
  • Greater Portland METRO offers bus services within the area and has stops close to shopping centers, eateries, and hotels.
  • Local trips between Westbrook, Falmouth, South Portland, Gorham, and Portland cost $2 one-way, whereas the express bus costs $4 for travel between Brunswick, Portland, Freeport, and Yarmouth.
  • Options for travel down the coast include Amtrak’s Downeaster, which goes from Brunswick to Boston with several stops in between, including Freeport, Portland, Dover, Durham, and Woburn.
  • Places to stay during rehab in Portland, Maine, or when visiting a friend or family member in rehab include hotels, motels, inns, and Airbnb.

Maine Substance Misuse and Overdose Laws

Here are some substance misuse and overdose laws in the state of Maine::1

Maine Drug Treatment Courts: Residents who are arrested for drug-related crimes may attend court-ordered drug rehab instead of serving jail time.

Maine Naloxone Access Law: Pharmacists in Maine can dispense naloxone (Narcan) to those without a prescription.

Maine Good Samaritan Overdose Law: If you call 911 to help someone who is experiencing an overdose, you are protected from prosecution for drug-related crimes as long as you don’t have the intent to distribute.

Resources

  1. State of Maine. (2022). September 2020 Maine Monthly Overdose Report.
  2. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). 2016 -2018 NSDUH Substate Region Estimates – Tables.

Other Maine Rehab Centers

Medical Reviewer
Sendra_Yang
Sendra Yang, PharmD, MBA
Medical Information Professional
Read Bio
Sendra Yang received her Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Business Administration degrees from Wingate University School of Pharmacy. She has experience in the pharmaceutical industry, pharmacy education, and clinical practice. She has also been a medical writer, editor, and reviewer for consumer health and medical content, including materials relating to addiction and rehabilitation.