Don’t take on withdrawal alone. Medical detox at The Recovery Village Atlanta makes withdrawal as safe and comfortable as possible to help you avoid relapse during detox.
Medical detox is the fundamental first step in your recovery process. During detox, the body rids itself of drugs and alcohol, often leading to uncomfortable or even dangerous withdrawal symptoms. Our medical team provides 24/7 supervision and treatment for symptoms to make detox as safe and comfortable as possible.
If any of this applies to you, a medical detox may be necessary to stop drug or alcohol use safely.
Before medical detox begins, we evaluate each patient’s needs to develop a comprehensive treatment plan, including your drug and alcohol use, physical and mental state, and any co-occurring disorders.
Patients at The Recovery Village Atlanta detox in a quiet, private room and receive 24-hour medical care, nutritious and easy-to-digest foods, and medications to manage withdrawal symptoms. They’ll also begin their one-on-one counseling with a licensed therapist.
The time it takes to complete detox varies depending on the substance used, withdrawal symptoms and physical health of the patient. Most patients complete their medical detox in 7–10 days.
We do not recommend detoxing at home. Withdrawal can be uncomfortable and demotivating, leading to relapse. Certain substances, like alcohol or benzodiazepines, have withdrawal symptoms that are potentially fatal without immediate medical care.
Yes, medical detox offers a drug- and alcohol-free environment and 24/7 medical supervision to ensure your detox is successful. However, detox is only the first step in addiction treatment and you’ll need further care to continue on the path to long-term recovery.
The Recovery Village Atlanta does offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT), as medically appropriate. Your clinical team will determine your needs and eligibility to see if MAT is right for you.
Insurance may cover some or all of the cost of medical detox. Without insurance, The Recovery Village Atlanta can work with you on private payment options.
There are several laws in place that protect employees when they attend detox and rehab.
Most national and local insurance providers are in-network with The Recovery Village Palmer Lake. We’re equipped to validate your insurance coverage or talk about private payment options with you.
It’s time to take the first step. Our admissions team is available 24/7 to answer questions.
The Recovery Village Atlanta offers comprehensive addiction treatment for drug and alcohol addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions.
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