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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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Montefiore Medical Center - Jerome Avenue
Insurance Accepted
Montefiore Medical Center - Jerome Avenue
3550 Jerome Ave Bronx, NY

Montefiore Medical Center - Substance Abuse Treatment Program Unit I in Bronx, NY, is an accredited addiction treatment facility offering a range of services including aftercare support, detoxification, drug rehabilitation, dual-diagnosis treatment, intervention services, and outpatient and inpatient programs to individuals dealing with opioid addiction, substance abuse, mental health issues, and alcoholism.

  • OP
  • Intervention
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
UHS Binghamton General Hospital - United Health Services Hospitals
Insurance Accepted
UHS Binghamton General Hospital - United Health Services Hospitals
42 Mitchell Ave Binghamton, NY

UHS Binghamton General Hospital - Addiction Medicine in Binghamton, New York is a well-established treatment facility offering comprehensive and compassionate care for individuals struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and mental health disorders, with a focus on personalized care plans tailored to each individual's needs.

  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Odyssey House - Engagement Unit
Insurance Accepted
Odyssey House - Engagement Unit
219 East 121st Street New York, NY

Odyssey House - Engagement Unit, located in New York, NY, offers a range of services to support individuals seeking recovery from opioid addiction, substance abuse, drug addiction, alcoholism, and mental health issues, providing comprehensive care tailored to meet individual needs with various treatment options and aftercare support programs.

  • Residential
  • PHP
  • Inpatient
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Payne Whitney Psychiatric Clinic - 68th Street
Insurance Accepted
Payne Whitney Psychiatric Clinic - 68th Street
525 E 68th St New York, NY

The Payne Whitney Psychiatric Clinic - 68th Street has been providing comprehensive recovery programs for individuals dealing with mental health issues, substance abuse, alcoholism, and drug addiction since 1791, offering a range of care levels including inpatient, intensive outpatient, and outpatient services that are tailored to individuals' needs with private health insurance acceptance and post-treatment support available.

  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Aftercare
Outreach Recovery Center - Richmond Hill
Insurance Accepted
Outreach Recovery Center - Richmond Hill
117-11 Myrtle Ave Richmond Hill, NY

Outreach - Richmond Hill in Richmond Hill, New York is an accredited drug treatment center affiliated with Outreach, offering a range of services for individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues, including detox, drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, intensive outpatient and outpatient programs, and residential treatment options.

  • Residential
  • OP
  • IOP
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare

The Educational Alliance - Center for Recovery and Wellness is a comprehensive addiction treatment facility located in New York, NY that offers individualized evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues achieve sobriety in a safe environment.

  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Reality House - Community Residence
Insurance Accepted
Reality House - Community Residence
8-13 Astoria Blvd Astoria, NY

Reality House - Community Residence in Astoria, NY is an addiction treatment facility offering a wide range of services, including aftercare support and various levels of care such as inpatient, outpatient, and sober-living, to individuals suffering from substance abuse issues and mental health disorders.

  • Sober Living
  • Residential
  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Aftercare
Hope House - Outpatient Clinic
Insurance Accepted
Hope House - Outpatient Clinic
747 Madison Ave Albany, NY

Hope House - Outpatient Clinic is an addiction treatment facility located in Albany, New York that provides residential and outpatient levels of care services to individuals struggling with alcoholism, opioid addiction, substance abuse and dual diagnosis, combining detox with dual-diagnosis, intensive outpatient, and traditional aftercare support for those who are able to accept private health insurance.

  • Residential
  • OP
  • IOP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Lexington Center for Recovery - Dover Plains
Insurance Accepted
Lexington Center for Recovery - Dover Plains
7 Dover Village Plz Dover Plains, NY

The Lexington Center for Recovery - Dover Plains offers personalized addiction treatment services, including inpatient and outpatient drug rehab, partial-hospitalization, detoxification, and dual-diagnosis care, to help individuals suffering from substance abuse and mental health issues find long-term recovery with the support of experienced professionals.

  • PHP
  • OP
  • Inpatient
  • Dual-Diagnosis
  • Detox
  • Aftercare
Farnham Family Services - Fulton Location
Insurance Accepted
Farnham Family Services - Fulton Location
4 Tower Dr Fulton, NY

Farnham Family Services - Fulton Location is a health center offering SAMHSA accredited, licensed addiction treatment services, including detox, inpatient, intensive outpatient, dual diagnosis, aftercare, and drug rehabilitation, with a team of experienced medical and mental health professionals providing personalized recovery plans for clients.

  • OP
  • IOP
  • 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