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New York Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities

More than 2 million New Yorkers are currently suffering from some type of substance abuse and many of those are minors. Alcohol abuse, in particular, is prevalent among those underage. As a result of the high prices and regulation of prescription drugs, many New Yorkers turn to heroin instead. This has led to a serious heroin epidemic in the state.

Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010 in the state of New York. More than 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime. Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between 2005 and 2014. Almost 3% of the New York population 12 years and above abuse illicit substances while only 12% go in for addiction treatment services according to state Department of Health.

Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centers in New York

With a variety of opioid and alcohol rehabilitation services operating throughout New York, there is opportunity for treatment and a better life. Check out a facility on our list below that suits your needs, or contact us for individualized assistance.

Top Cities and Neighborhoods for Treatment in New York

Epidemic by the Numbers

Although the problem in New York goes beyond our list, take the following major statistics into consideration.

  • Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010.
  • Almost 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime.
  • Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between the years 2005 and 2014.
  • Opioids are involved in around 70% of all overdose deaths in the state of New York.
  • Over 5% of all New York teens under 13 years old admit to having abused prescription drugs.

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St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers - Tupper Lake
Insurance Accepted
St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers - Tupper Lake
190 Main St Tupper Lake, NY

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers - Tupper Lake, NY provides comprehensive and professional drug rehab services including detoxification, inpatient levels of care, intensive outpatient, outpatient and dual-diagnosis services to assist those seeking sobriety with evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT and 12 step programs.

  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
OASAS - Richard C. Ward Addiction Treatment Center
Insurance Accepted
OASAS - Richard C. Ward Addiction Treatment Center
117 Seward Ave Middletown, NY

The OASAS - Richard C. Ward Addiction Treatment Center in Middletown, NY provides individuals struggling with substance abuse a comprehensive range of accredited services including detoxification, residential and outpatient programs, aftercare support, dual-diagnosis care for those with mental health issues in addition to substance abuse problems, and opioid addiction treatment; all of which are accepted by private health insurance.

  • Residential
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Phoenix House - Wainscott
Insurance Accepted
Phoenix House - Wainscott
95 Industrial Blvd Riverhead, NY

Phoenix Houses of New York & Long Island - Wainscott in Riverhead, New York is an accredited addiction treatment facility offering comprehensive and evidence-based care, including aftercare support, drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, inpatient services, intensive outpatient programs, outpatient services, and residential treatment.

  • Residential
  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Aftercare
VIP Community Services - Outpatient
VIP Community Services - Outpatient
770 E 176th St Bronx, NY

VIP Community Services - Opioid Treatment Program in Bronx, New York, offers comprehensive addiction treatment services including detox, drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, and outpatient programs, with options for inpatient treatment and aftercare support.

  • OP
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
Staten Island University Hospital - Seaview Avenue
Insurance Accepted
Staten Island University Hospital - Seaview Avenue
475 Seaview Ave Staten Island, NY

Staten Island University Hospital - Seaview Avenue in Staten Island, New York is a highly regarded treatment facility offering a range of care options, including outpatient, inpatient, and detox levels of care, for individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse, with a focus on holistic care and aftercare support.

  • PHP
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Staten Island University Hospital - Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program
Insurance Accepted
Staten Island University Hospital - Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program
392 Seguine Avenue Staten Island, NY

The Staten Island University Hospital - Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program is an accredited addiction treatment center providing personalized evidence-based care and recovery-oriented services such as aftercare support, detoxification, inpatient, partial hospitalization levels of care, and outpatient rehabilitation to assist individuals with opioid, substance and alcohol abuse.

  • PHP
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Insurance Accepted
Mount Sinai Beth Israel
1st Ave New York, NY

Mount Sinai - Beth Israel in New York, NY is an accredited addiction treatment facility offering comprehensive services including inpatient, outpatient, and aftercare support for individuals with alcohol and drug abuse, dual diagnosis, and mental health issues.

  • PHP
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Liberty Resources - Brownell Center
Insurance Accepted
Liberty Resources - Brownell Center
1045 James St Syracuse, NY

Liberty Resources - Brownell Center is a State License accredited addiction treatment facility located in Syracuse, NY that offers personalized treatment plans and evidence-based practices to help individuals struggling with substance abuse, dual diagnosis, mental health, alcohol and drug addiction achieve lasting sobriety.

  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Samaritan Daytop Village - Veritas House Community Residence
Insurance Accepted
Samaritan Daytop Village - Veritas House Community Residence
68 W 106th St New York, NY

Veritas House Community Residence offers a comprehensive and accredited program for those seeking substance abuse treatment, utilizing evidence-based practices along with experiential therapies to address physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of recovery.

  • Residential
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Saint Johns Riverside Hospital - Park Care Pavilion/Detox Program
Insurance Accepted
Saint Johns Riverside Hospital - Park Care Pavilion/Detox Program
2 Park Avenue Yonkers, NY

Saint John's Riverside Hospital - Opioid Treatment Program in Yonkers, New York, is a renowned substance abuse treatment facility offering comprehensive care for individuals struggling with opioid addiction, drug addiction, alcoholism, and substance abuse through detoxification, inpatient and outpatient treatment, aftercare support, and dual-diagnosis treatment.

  • PHP
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare

Browse Specific New York Cities

Currently, there are over 2227 different centers in our facility directory within the state of New York for people needing help with drug and alcohol addiction, please select your city below.

New York Cities with Most Centers

The Impact of Addiction in New York

New York Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities

Due to the numerous ports and intricate transportation infrastructure, drugs can easily be trafficked into New York– and on toward other states for further distribution. While substance abuse has been declining in the New York City metropolitan area, the rates remain higher than average when compared to the rest of the United States of America. Over 2 million New Yorkers are currently suffering from some type of substance abuse and many of those are minors. Alcohol abuse, in particular, is prevalent among those underage. It is estimated that roughly 15% of all teens in New York begin drinking before the age of 13.

Obviously a great place to visit and live, but New York, like all other states, has problems with drug and substance abuse.

It is reported that in total about a million adult New Yorkers struggle with alcohol abuse while nearly half a million residents admit to using hard drugs such as cocaine and heroin.

As a result of the high prices and regulation of prescription drugs, many New Yorkers turn to heroin instead. This has led to a serious heroin epidemic in the state.

Worst Drugs in New York

  1. Heroin was the most cited drug among drug users admitted for treatment in 2010 in the state of New York. The abuse reached an all-time high in 2014 when almost 80,000 individuals were admitted for heroin abuse in the state alone.
  2. Almost 400,000 adult New Yorkers admit to abusing cocaine at least once in their lifetime. It is also the drug most often associated with violent crime in New York and is largely supplied by Colombian-based distributors.
  3. Primary treatment admissions for marijuana abuse in New York represent a quarter of all drug abuse treatment admissions. The use of this drug has become so common in New York that half of all male arrestees test positive for marijuana in their system.
  4. Prescription drug-related deaths quadrupled between the years 2005 and 2014. However, New York has one of the lowest rates of prescription drugs, with only 34 per 100 people given a prescription, compared to the national average of 51.4 per 100 people.
  5. Binge drinking is one of the largest problems in New York, with over half the population engaging in this at least once a month. This has led to New York having an alcohol dependency of about 6.6%, which translates to about 1.1 million New Yorkers.

Impactful Addiction Stats

  1. More than 40% of all individuals in New York jails suffer from some type of substance use disorder.
  2. Another half of New York inmates receive a dual diagnosis for a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder.
  3. Almost 15% of all New York deaths in the past decade were somehow attributed to drug and alcohol use/abuse.
  4. Opioids are generally involved in about 70% of all overdose deaths in the state of New York.
  5. More than 60,000 New Yorkers admit to taking prescription drugs for non-medical reasons at least once in their lifetime.
  6. Alcohol is a factor in almost 8,000 of all vehicle accidents in the state of New York each year, with a vast majority of those being fatal.
  7. In 2017, the New York overdose rate increased by more than 30%.
  8. More than 5% of all New York teens under 13 years old admit to having abused prescription drugs at least once in their lifetime.
  9. Opioid-related overdoses in New York are slightly higher than the national average, at 16 deaths per 100,000 people, compared to the national average of 14.
  10. Almost 3% of the New York population 12 years and above abuse illicit substances while only 12% go in for addiction treatment services.

Quick Tips on Finding A Center

Once you are ready to enter treatment, the next challenge is finding a program that meets your particular needs. This can feel overwhelming given the number of treatment programs in New York. To make things easier, you can spend time reading through New York facility reviews, staff bios, insurance details, payment plans, and even set up a facility tour. Visiting a physical location can make a huge difference in deciding as you will be able to see how you feel in that environment. No matter what facility you end up choosing, it should be accredited and licensed and the program staff should include doctors and therapists who specialize in addiction medicine.

Health Insurance Providers Covering Drug Addiction Treatment
  • Medicaid
  • New York Hotel Trade Insurance
  • CHAMP Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Project

State Specific Hotlines & Resources

  • NYC WELL. Offering free and confidential mental health support and substance abuse services. 1-888-692-9355.
  • NYS HOPEline. A confidential support hotline that can help find treatment or self-help in your area. 1-877-846-7369