Expert Insights
As a social worker, I was so happy to see that the University of North Texas is seeking to address disparities in access to addiction treatment.
Deeply concerned by the opioid epidemic, faculty members of the school of social work sought and were granted a $1.9 million grant. I think it’s a great idea that the grant will be used to train community health workers in competent and trauma-informed behavioral healthcare focusing on addiction.
So often, healthcare is fragmented, and providers are still largely stigmatizing to people struggling with substance use disorders. We know that even using more pejorative labels, like “addict,” has been associated with bias and less than adequate care. That’s not good enough, given the rate of deaths from a treatable condition.
Providers need better training, and they need to be trauma-informed, as everyone is deserving of being treated with dignity and respect and to lead a fulfilling life. I believe that everyone deserves to recover.
~ Olivia Pennelle
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Denton?
Rehab can be very costly or relatively inexpensive, depending on a range of variables. Factors such as what city you want to live in, what amenities you’re looking forward to enjoying, and how you plan to pay all contribute to your overall cost. Other factors include:
- Treatment setting (whether you get inpatient or outpatient care)
- Availability of low-cost and free facilities in your area
- If you have health insurance to help pay for treatment
- What type of services and amenities your chosen facility provides
- The length of the program you choose
Are There Low-Cost and Free Drug Rehab Centers in Denton?
If you need help paying for drug or alcohol rehab in Denton, there are a variety of options for you.
Insurance: Most people with health insurance use their coverage to get free services. If you have health insurance offered by an employer or from the open marketplace, then you most likely have coverage for a range of services, such as outpatient, detox, and ongoing therapy. Medication-assisted therapy (MAT), medical supervision, and medical transportation are all services often covered by health insurance.
Call the number on the back of your card to figure out exactly what services are covered, how much you can expect to pay out of pocket, and to get referred to in-network rehabs near you.
Uninsured Options: If you don’t have health insurance coverage, there are programs across the country to help you. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), there is a facility in the city that uses the SAMHSA block grant and may be able to offer low-cost or free services.
These services could include using a sliding scale for fees charged, which considers your income to determine your final cost. State-funded rehabs and detox centers in Denton might also have scholarships for Texans that pay for some or all of the cost of care.
Resources
- Center for Disease Control. (2022). CDC Wonder.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (June, 2021). 2019 TEDS Annual Report.
- U.S. Department of Labor. (2022). Family and Medical Leave Act.
- Denton County, Texas. (2022). Specialized Treatment Court Programs.