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Sarasota, FL Free Alcohol & Drug Rehab Centers Guide

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you may be wondering where to turn for help. Rehab can be expensive, but there are free rehab centers available in Sarasota, Florida.

We help people take the first steps toward getting help for their drug and alcohol usage and having drug-free lifestyles. To contact an alcohol/drug abuse counselor, please .

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do free rehab centers exist?
Yes, there are a number of free rehab centers in Sarasota, Florida. These centers are typically funded by government grants, private donations, or a combination of both.

Who is eligible for free rehab?
Eligibility for free rehab varies depending on the center. However, most free rehab centers accept people who meet the following criteria:
- Are addicted to drugs or alcohol
- Have a low income or no insurance
- Are willing to commit to treatment

What services do free rehab centers offer?
Free rehab centers offer a variety of services, including:
- Medical detox
- Counseling and therapy
- Group support groups
- Vocational training
- Job placement assistance


How long does free rehab last?
The length of free rehab varies depending on the center and the individual's needs. However, most free rehab programs last between 28 and 90 days.

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List of Free Rehab Centers in Sarasota, FL


  • Operation Par Sarasota FL

    Email Website Learn more 6124 South Tamiami Trail
    Sarasota, FL - 34231
    (941) 925-6672

    Operation PAR is nationally and internationally known for it's unique and award winning scientific research initiatives. They are a member of the NIDA Clinical Trials Network as a participating member of the Florida Node Alliance managed by the University of Miami.  They participate in pharmaceutical clinical trials to advance the research of substance abuse treatment and recovery.  Evidence-based programming is at the core of treatment s .. see more

  • Pregnant Substance Abusing Women

    Email Website Learn more 1726 18th Street
    Sarasota, FL - 34234
    (941) 366-5333

    The Mothers and Infants program offers residential treatment services to women who are currently pregnant or post-partum women with custody of newborns from 0 12 months of age, and who have a substance abuse disorder diagnosis. The program offers a safe, supportive environment which combines group and individual counseling with parenting, nutrition, and life management classes emphasizing the health of the mother and her infant. Women gain the ne .. see more

  • Siesta Addictions Specialists Sarasota Addiction Specialists

    Website Learn more 715 North Washington Boulevard,
    Sarasota, FL - 34236
    (941) 444-6560

    The workshops occurs on an as needed basis depending on the number of people we have sign up.  Maximum group size is 5.  We offer a sliding fee scale to meet financial needs.  This workshop meets once a week for approximately 3-5 hours depending on size for 4 weeks. Addiction and Shame Reduction Workshop Shame and guilt are common emotions experienced by individuals dealing with addiction. Our Addiction and Shame .. see more

  • Centerstone of Florida Sawyer Road

    Website Learn more 4010 Sawyer Road
    Sarasota, FL - 34233
    (941) 782-4150

    Outpatient Services at this location. Services Include:     Counseling     Addiction Recovery     Children and Family         School-Based Therapy     Psychiatric Care .. see more

  • First Step - Kreisman Crisis Unit

    Email Website Learn more 1451 10th St.
    Sarasota, FL - 34236
    (941) 366-5333

    First Step of Sarasota offers innovative and comprehensive mental-health and substance use programs for adults and children, including inpatient, outpatient and telehealth services. They offer: Immediate counseling and referral services to individuals who are experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Crisis counseling, referral resource, family intervention, substance use and mental health screening. Walk ins are welcome. They .. see more

  • First Step - Sarasota Outpatient

    Email Website Learn more 1750 17th St
    Sarasota, FL - 34234
    (941) 366-5333

    First Step of Sarasota offers innovative and comprehensive mental-health and substance use programs for adults and children, including inpatient, outpatient and telehealth services. They offer: Immediate counseling and referral services to individuals who are experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Crisis counseling, referral resource, family intervention, substance use and mental health screening. Walk ins are welcome. They .. see more

  • First Step Manatee Outpatient of Sarasota

    Email Website Learn more 1144 Tallevast Road
    Sarasota, FL - 34243
    (941) 753-1823

    First Step of Sarasota offers innovative and comprehensive mental-health and substance use programs for adults and children, including inpatient, outpatient and telehealth services. They offer: Immediate counseling and referral services to individuals who are experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Crisis counseling, referral resource, family intervention, substance use and mental health screening. Walk ins are welcome. They .. see more

  • First Step of Sarasota

    Email Website Learn more 4579 Northgate Ct,
    Sarasota, FL - 34234
    (941) 366-5333

    First Step prevents and treats alcohol and drug addictions and associated disorders. They foster fully functioning, productive individuals by offering a full array of services in partnership with their community. First Step has a 30-bed medically-supervised detoxification unit. With emphasis on good nutrition and vitamins, links to self-help support groups and planning for continuing care, First Step guides clients through the physical and emo .. see more

Free Rehab Centers Near Sarasota, FL

Due to the low number of listings in Sarasota, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Sarasota.
  • Mission Unity Inc DBA Gulf Harbor Treatment Center

    Learn more 3512 Depew Avenue
    Port Charlotte, FL - 33952
    (941) 451-2896

    Mission Unity In., provides residential living facility for single adults who are homeless due to substance abuse and addiction. ELIGIBILITY: Ages 18+, homeless, substance abuse. INTAKE PROCEDURE: Call for interview FEES: One time $30 processing fee & $140 per week for rent .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 37 miles from Sarasota

  • First Step - North Port Office

    Email Website Learn more 12497 S. Tamiami Trail
    North Port, FL - 34287
    (941) 492-4300

    First Step of Sarasota offers innovative and comprehensive mental-health and substance use programs for adults and children, including inpatient, outpatient and telehealth services. They offer: Immediate counseling and referral services to individuals who are experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis.Crisis counseling, referral res .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 26 miles from Sarasota

  • Footprints Beachside Recovery

    Email Website Learn more 151 107th Ave
    Treasure Island, FL - 33706
    (877) 424-3811

    This service is not free it is sliding scale. Payment Assistance Available: Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors). Call for specifics. Footprints Beach side Recovery Center is a small, private, drug and alcohol rehabilitation center located along Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast in the beach community of Trea .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 33 miles from Sarasota

  • Affordable Counseling Susan McMillan Highway 301

    Website Learn more 16650 South U.S. Highway 301
    Wimauma, FL - 33598
    (941) 756-6042

    Affordable Counseling provides substance abuse treatment services for adult men and women in an outpatient setting. Services include but are not limited to individual and group counseling, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, behavioral therapy, trauma related counseling and more. Types of payment accepted include cash or self payment. .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 29 miles from Sarasota

  • Manatee Glens - Centerstone

    Email Website Learn more 391 6th Avenue West
    Bradenton, FL - 34205
    (941) 782-4299

    Manatee Glens provides immediate assessment, referral and short-term counseling for those in need of substance abuse services. ELIGIBILITY: Any individual in need of immediate substance abuse services Costs: $20.00 per drug screen Services provided: Alcohol Dependency Support GroupsComprehensive Outpatient Substance Abuse T .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 11 miles from Sarasota

  • Tri-County Counseling

    Email Website Learn more 12543 Tamiami Trail South
    North Port, FL - 34287
    (941) 876-3060

    Non-profit, community-based treatment center founded and headquartered in North Port, Florida. The Center provides outpatient mental health education and counseling, substance abuse education and counseling, career guidance, case management services, educational guidance, and a variety of life skills courses and workshops for people of all ages, .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 26 miles from Sarasota

  • Focus One Inc

    Email Website Learn more 2628 5th Avenue North
    Saint Petersburg, FL - 33713
    (727) 572-5202

    Focus One does not view addiction to drugs and alcohol as the primary problem, but rather as a manifestation of a need to feel better. Focus One offers Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment that includes individual and group counseling for alcohol and drug addiction. .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 31 miles from Sarasota

  • Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Consultants Saint Petersburg

    Website Learn more 1212 66th Street North,
    Saint Petersburg, FL - 33710
    (727) 586-6942

    Treatment - Individual counseling - Family counseling - Group counseling - Gender specific groups - Services for veterans We offer telehealth services for counseling appointments .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 33 miles from Sarasota

  • Suncoast Center Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Services

    Email Website Learn more 4010 Central Avenue
    Saint Petersburg, FL - 33711
    (727) 388-1220

    Suncoast Center believe in quality, strengths-based services which are caring, culturally competent, and provided in a welcoming and safe environment. Their doors are open to the community; offering professional, accredited services, when and where they are needed. Flexible appointments are available across a variety of community sites, as well .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 31 miles from Sarasota

  • COSA Outpatient Services

    Email Website Learn more 2000 4th Street South
    Saint Petersburg, FL - 33705
    (888) 727-6398

    Operation PAR provides integrated addiction and mental health services at its various sites in Broward, Pinellas, Pasco, Lee and Manatee counties. Currently, the agency has numerous contracts with various local, state and federal agencies and is nationally respected for its excellence and reputation for bringing research to practice. Operation PAR .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 29 miles from Sarasota

  • Centerstone of Florida Addiction Center

    Website Learn more 2020 26th Avenue East
    Bradenton, FL - 34208
    (941) 782-4600

    No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay at Centerstone of Florida and there is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available as detailed in the Financial Assistance Policy (FAP). Services: Counseling Addiction Recovery     Withdrawal Management (Detoxification or Detox)     Inpatient Hospital .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 10 miles from Sarasota

  • First Step - Venice Outpatient

    Email Website Learn more 166 Center Road
    Venice, FL - 34285
    (941) 497-7742

    First Step of Sarasota offers innovative and comprehensive mental-health and substance use programs for adults and children, including inpatient, outpatient and telehealth services. They offer: Immediate counseling and referral services to individuals who are experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis. Crisis counseling, referral res .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 19 miles from Sarasota

  • Lighthouse Addiction Services

    Learn more 3505 Depew Ave
    Port Charlotte, FL - 33952
    (941) 255-5900

    Provides a sliding fee scale treatment program. Call for admission. Outpatient services are provided at this location. Detox and substance abuse are treated. Adults and young adults are accepted. Lighthouse Addiction Services is a comprehensive outpatient treatment program. In addition to substance abuse treatment, specialized programming in .. see more
    Rehab Center Location: 37 miles from Sarasota


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Free Rehab in all of Sarasota County, FL

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Sliding Scale Treatment

Based on the most recent data available, it is estimated that approximately 20-25% of all addiction treatment centers offer sliding scale fees. This means that nearly one-quarter of rehab facilities adjust their treatment costs based on an individual's income and ability to pay. This is a significant step towards making addiction treatment more accessible to individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds.

It is important to note that these figures may vary depending on the specific region or state, and the type of treatment facility being considered. For instance, private treatment facilities are more likely to offer sliding scale options compared to government-funded or non-profit facilities. Additionally, certain types of treatment, such as outpatient or residential care, may have a higher prevalence of sliding scale programs.

Types of addiction treatment in Sarasota, FL

There are many different types of addiction treatment available in Sarasota, FL. Some of the most common types of treatment include:

Medical detox: Medical detox is the process of safely withdrawing from a substance of abuse. It is typically conducted in a hospital or inpatient setting.

Inpatient rehab: Inpatient rehab is a residential program that provides around-the-clock care and support. It is a good option for people who need intensive treatment or who are not able to maintain sobriety on their own.

Outpatient rehab: Outpatient rehab is a non-residential program that allows people to continue living at home while attending treatment sessions. It is a good option for people who have a strong support system at home and who are able to manage their sobriety on their own.

Intensive outpatient program (IOP): An IOP is a type of intensive outpatient treatment that provides several hours of care per week. It is a good option for people who need more support than traditional outpatient treatment but do not need PHP.

Sober living homes: Sober living homes are residential facilities that provide a supportive environment for people who are recovering from addiction. They are typically less structured than inpatient rehab programs, but they still offer a variety of services and support.

In addition to these traditional types of treatment, there are also a number of alternative and holistic treatment options available. Some of these options include:

12-step programs: 12-step programs, such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, are self-help support groups that help people recover from addiction.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT is a type of therapy that helps people identify and change negative thoughts and behaviors.

Motivational interviewing: Motivational interviewing is a type of therapy that helps people overcome resistance to change and make positive choices.

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT): MAT is a type of treatment that uses medications to help people manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings.

Holistic treatments: Holistic treatments focus on healing the whole person, including the mind, body, and spirit. Some examples of holistic treatments include acupuncture, yoga, and meditation.

The best type of addiction treatment for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. It is important to talk to a doctor or addiction specialist to get help choosing the right treatment program for you.

Tips on choosing a free rehab center in Sarasota, FL

  • Make sure the center is accredited. Accreditation means that the center has met certain standards of quality and patient care. You can find accredited rehab centers by visiting the websites of the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) or The Joint Commission (TJC).
  • Check the center's track record. How long has the center been in operation? What is its success rate? You can find this information by reading online reviews or by contacting the center directly.
  • Consider the center's treatment approach. Does the center offer a variety of treatment modalities, or does it focus on one approach? What is the center's philosophy on addiction treatment?
  • Find out what the center's aftercare program is like. Aftercare is essential to long-term recovery. Make sure the center you choose offers a comprehensive aftercare program.
  • Make sure the center is a good fit for you. Consider your individual needs and preferences when choosing a rehab center. For example, if you have a co-occurring mental health disorder, you'll need to find a center that offers dual diagnosis treatment.

Here are some additional tips:

  • Ask about the center's admission process. What documentation do you need to provide? Is there a waiting list?
  • Find out what the center's policies are on insurance and financial assistance. Will the center accept your insurance? Does the center offer financial assistance to patients who need it?
  • Visit the center in person, if possible. This will give you a chance to meet the staff, see the facilities, and get a feel for the center's atmosphere.
  • Talk to people who have been to the center. Ask them about their experiences and whether they would recommend the center to others.
Choosing a rehab center is an important decision. By following these tips, you can find a free rehab center in Sarasota, FL that is right for you.

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Important Definitions

Sliding Scale Treatment Fees that are variable based on the clients ability to pay. Fees are reduced for lower income persons or have less money due to high expenses.

Non-Profit Treatment Many non profit treatment programs are free or are lower cost due to the non profit organizations status.

Faith-Based Treatment Many religious organizations offer drug and alcohol recovery treatment at no cost as part of their ministry services. Many also offer payment assistance for those that qualify.

Medicaid Payment Assistance Medicaid often covers payment for alcohol and drug treatment. Medicaid coverage do differ by State. We provide recovery centers and programs that do accept Medicaid as payment for treatment.

Payment Assistance Payment assistance is available at a large group of treatment centers. We list this detail in the description. Payment assistance programs are often structured due to the situation. You will need to call the location to find out specific details on payment assistance programs.

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