Drug rehab Hartford programs
Searching for drug rehab Hartford often brings back a long list that is hard to read. Hartford has 12 SAMHSA-listed facilities spanning several levels of care. This guide walks through every step before you pick up the phone.
- facilities on file
- 12
- that take Medicaid
- 12
Hartford has 12 facilities listed on SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, covering detox, residential care, outpatient services and medication-based treatment. Two sites list detox, four list residential care, two provide partial hospitalization, four list intensive outpatient programs and seven offer standard outpatient care. Five operate opioid treatment programs, and nine offer buprenorphine. Because most are inside the city, you are usually comparing programs rather than arranging travel.
When it is unclear which level of care fits, an assessment is the usual starting point, and most Hartford intake lines can schedule one within days. Someone who drinks heavily every day and has had withdrawal seizures before may need medical supervision first, while a person with a stable home and a job may do well in intensive outpatient care. Among the Hartford rehab programs on the list, 11 offer dual diagnosis support for people handling both a mental health condition in addition to a substance use disorder.
Twelve Hartford facilities accept Medicaid, ten accept Medicare and eight use sliding-scale fees. Nine accept private insurance, and nine have Spanish-speaking staff. One program lists services for teens and five list services for veterans. These figures come from the 2026 SAMHSA listings and describe what is reported, not what any single facility will confirm for your situation.
Other Connecticut cities within reach
If Hartford's programs do not fit your needs, several nearby cities have their own listed facilities. New Haven has 13, Waterbury has 13, Bridgeport has 12, Middletown has 9, and Danbury and New London each have 6. All are within a reasonable drive from Hartford, which matters if a particular level of care or a Spanish-speaking program is your priority.
If you need residential care and Hartford beds are full, then checking Middletown or New Haven can shorten the wait. If you need to stay close to home for family or work, then an outpatient program in Hartford is usually easier to maintain. Comparing Connecticut drug rehab centers by city helps you see where beds and services are listed, and the helpline can tell you which programs are taking calls today.
Alcohol use and wellbeing in Hartford
Proportion of adults in Hartford versus Connecticut, based on CDC PLACES data (2023).
| Adults with | Hartford | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Binge drinking | 13.7% | 15.3% |
| Recurring mental distress | 20.8% | 16.7% |
| Depression | 21.6% | 20.6% |
| Smoking prevalence | 16.3% | 11.6% |
| Lacking coverage ages 18-64 | 20.3% | 12.0% |
Rehab options in Hartford
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Village for Families and Children MAT
4.0/584 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
Village for Families and Children MAT Hartford provides outpatient rehab for substance use and mental health.
- Joint Commission
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Root Center for Advanced Recovery
3.6/528 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
Root Center for Advanced Recovery Hartford is a private outpatient clinic on Weston Street.
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Root Center for Advanced Recovery
4.3/532 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
Root Center for Advanced Recovery is an outpatient clinic in Hartford.
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Saint Francis Behavioral Health Group
2.5/510 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 5 days
Saint Francis Behavioral Health Group, located in Hartford, offers outpatient care to people living with psychiatric conditions and addiction disorders.
- Joint Commission
- Outpatient
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CCAR-Hartford Recovery Community
4.9/511 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
CCAR-Hartford Recovery Community Center sits on Charter Oak Avenue in Hartford.
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Asian Family Services Outpt Clinic for
Hartford, CT · 30 days
Asian Family Services Outpt Clinic for Hartford serves adults who have substance use concerns along with co-occurring disorders.
- Joint Commission
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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HCRC Hartford Treatment Center
4.4/532 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
HCRC Hartford Treatment Center Hartford offers outpatient services for opioid use and mental health conditions that occur alongside it.
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Community Renewal Team HIV Testing and
4.2/5129 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 30 days
Community Renewal Team HIV Testing and Hartford runs an outpatient clinic on Market Street.
- Joint Commission
- Outpatient
- Co-Occurring Mental Health
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Capitol Region Mental Health Center
3.6/527 Google reviews
Hartford, CT · 5 days
Capitol Region Mental Health Center Hartford provides outpatient mental health and addiction treatment.
- Outpatient
Insurance, Medicaid and costs
Twelve Hartford facilities take Medicaid, ten accept Medicare and nine take private insurance, so the price often hinges on your plan rather than the program. Eight facilities offer sliding-scale fees to people who qualify. The federal parity law protects coverage for mental health and addiction treatment, so when an insurer denies a covered service, you can request the reason in writing and appeal.
If you have Medicaid, a Hartford program that accepts it will probably be your lowest-cost option, though you should verify that the specific service is covered. When paying out of pocket, request a written estimate from each program before you are admitted, and ask about any extra charges. Getting connected to a Connecticut rehab that takes Medicaid is simpler if you start with the 12 Hartford locations listed, and calling the free helpline can help narrow the list to programs accepting your coverage. That call is private and puts you under no obligation, and no one can guarantee admission or a particular result.
- take Medicaid
- 12
- that accept private insurance
- 9
- take Medicare
- 10
- with sliding-scale fees
- 8
Levels of care and what each involves
The Hartford listings cover four main levels of care, and the right one depends on how much daily support someone needs. Detox means medical supervision through withdrawal; residential care supplies housing and daily structure; partial hospitalization runs several hours daily with no overnight stay; outpatient and intensive outpatient let people stay at home. For a person with a long history of heavy drinking, alcohol rehab in Connecticut with medical supervision matters since withdrawal can turn dangerous without it.
If a person has already completed detox and has a safe place to live, then intensive outpatient is often the practical next step, with several visits a week and therapy built in. If someone has no stable housing, then residential care may be the safer choice. Four Hartford facilities list residential beds, and two list detox, so availability changes week to week. Ask each program what it treats and how it decides on level of care before you commit.
Medication-assisted treatment is part of many Hartford programs. Five facilities run opioid treatment programs, and nine offer buprenorphine, which suits people who need medication alongside counseling. Outpatient drug rehab in Connecticut includes medication options at nine Hartford sites, so it is reasonable to ask about them directly. Comparing drug rehab centers in Connecticut by level of care helps you match needs with what Hartford lists, and the helpline can check which programs fit your insurance and situation.
Facilities listed in Hartford
| Location | Location | Offers | Takes |
|---|---|---|---|
| InterCommunity Healthcare | Hartford | Residential | Medicaid |
| InterCommunity Inc | Hartford | IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Capitol Region Mental Health Center | Hartford | Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare |
| InterCommunity Healthcare | Hartford | Residential | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| InterCommunity Healthcare | Hartford | Detox, Residential, OTP | Medicaid, Insurance |
| Connecticut Valley Hospital | Hartford | Detox, OTP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Life Center of Connecticut Inc | Hartford | Residential | Medicaid, Medicare |
| Catholic Charities Inc | Hartford | Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Healthcare Resource Centers | Hartford | Outpatient, OTP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Hartford Dispensary | Hartford | PHP, IOP, Outpatient, OTP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Village for Families and Children | Hartford | IOP, Outpatient | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
| Hartford Dispensary | Hartford | PHP, IOP, Outpatient, OTP | Medicaid, Medicare, Insurance, Sliding fee |
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How many drug rehab facilities are in Hartford, CT?
Hartford has 12 programs listed at SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov as of 2026. Two list detox, four list residential care, two list partial hospitalization, four list intensive outpatient and seven list standard outpatient services. Twelve accept Medicaid, and nine accept private insurance. The listings show what each program reports, so call to confirm current availability and services.
Does drug rehab in Hartford accept Medicaid?
In Hartford, 12 facilities say they accept Medicaid, which is more than any other payment type reported. Ten accept Medicare, nine accept private insurance, and eight have sliding-scale fees. What is covered hinges on your individual plan and the specific service, so confirm with the program before you book. The helpline can direct you toward programs that accept Medicaid.
How much does rehab cost in Connecticut?
Prices are not published in the listings, and costs differ by level of care, length of stay and insurance. Eight Hartford facilities offer sliding-scale fees, and 12 accept Medicaid, the main routes to a smaller bill. Request a written estimate from each program, and if an insurer denies a covered service, the federal parity law gives you the right to appeal.
Is alcohol withdrawal dangerous enough to need medical supervision?
It can be. Alcohol withdrawal can become dangerous, and a clinician should be involved, especially for someone who drinks heavily each day. Benzodiazepine withdrawal calls for medical oversight too. Two Hartford facilities list detox services, and there staff watch for withdrawal. This guide gives no advice on tapering or dosing; a clinician makes that call. Call the helpline to find programs that offer detox.
How long is rehab for alcohol usually?
How long you stay depends on the level of care, and the listings don't say. Detox typically runs a few days with medical oversight, while residential and outpatient programs range from weeks to months based on each person's needs. Residential care is listed at four Hartford facilities and outpatient at seven, so ask each program directly about expected duration and what your insurance will cover.