Drug & Alcohol Addiction Rehab, Treatment & Recovery Resources in Kentucky

1. New Vista Lincoln County Satellite Office

New Vista Lincoln County Satellite Office is located in Stanford and earned an overall score of 8.3 points out of 10 points, the highest score in our rankings. The center offers outpatient substance abuse treatment services for adolescents and adults and had a strong performance in several categories. It received the highest possible points in the category of Rehabilitation Services Provided due to its medication-assisted treatment and the fact that it accepts patients on opioid medication. The center also offers a wealth of treatment approaches to its clients, ranging from trauma-related counseling to relapse prevention to anger management and more, contributing to a second perfect score in this category. The category of Cost also had a high score, as the center accepts Medicare, Medicaid and other state-financed health insurance, TRICARE, government funding for substance abuse programs, private health insurance, and self-payment among the payment options. An area of relative weakness for the center was its special programs for unique populations, as it is limited to serving adolescents, transitional age young adults, and clients referred from the court system.

• Rehabilitation Services Provided: 10
• Treatment Approaches: 10
• Cost: 8.35
• Special Programs for Unique Demographics: 3.75
• Ancillary Services: 5.55

2. New Vista Boyle County Anchor Center

New Vista Boyle County Anchor Center in Danville provides regular and intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment services to adolescents and adults and was the second-highest-ranking center based on our core metrics with a total of 7.6 points out of 10 points. The center earned a perfect score in the category of Treatment Approaches due to its multitude of modalities, such as dialectical behavioral therapy, 12-step facilitation, motivational interviewing/incentives, and many more. Cost is a low barrier to treatment, as the center accepts many methods of payment, including Medicare, Medicaid and other state-financed health insurance, TRICARE, government funding for substance abuse programs, private health insurance, and self-payment. However, it scored relatively low in the category of Special Programs for Unique Demographics as its specialized programs are limited to adolescents and individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.

• Rehabilitation Services Provided: 7.5
• Treatment Approaches: 10
• Cost: 10
• Special Programs for Unique Demographics: 2.5
• Ancillary Services: 4.44

3. New Vista Scott County Anchor Center

With an overall score of 7.2 out of 10 points, New Vista Scott County Anchor Center in Georgetown ranked in third place according to our core metrics. The center provides substance abuse treatment services for adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting, and its highest-performing category was for its ancillary services, which include case management, health education, social skills development, and many more. Treatment at Scott County Anchor Center is accessible to many in the community because it accepts Medicare, Medicaid and other state-financed health insurance, TRICARE, government funding for substance abuse programs, private health insurance, and self-payment as forms of payment. An additional area of strength for the center was in the category of Treatment Approaches, which include such modalities as cognitive behavioral therapy, the Matrix Model approach, and relapse prevention, among several others. It earned the fewest points for its special programs for unique populations as it caters specifically to only adolescents, transitional age young adults, and clients referred from the judicial system.

• Rehabilitation Services Provided: 7.5
• Treatment Approaches: 8
• Cost: 8.35
• Special Programs for Unique Demographics: 2.5
• Ancillary Services: 8.88

Start by contacting your referral center

Findhelpnowky.org is an online resource that allows Kentucky residents to search for an addiction treatment facility with current openings. Updated frequently, information about hundreds of facilities across Kentucky, including their services and whether they are accepting new patients, can be found by entering search criteria on the main page of the Findhelpnowky.org website. Individuals who need further assistance or who have questions can also call the statewide helpline at 1-833-8KY-HELP (1-833-859-4357) to speak to a screening and referral specialist.

Residents of the 5th Congressional District and neighboring Menifee and Wolfe counties have an additional option for finding help — they can call the Operation UNITE Treatment Referral Line at 1-866-908-6483 for assistance locating regional drug addiction resources or for information on accessing treatment. Voucher programs are available through UNITE as well for low-income residents of the 5th Congressional District to help with covering the cost of residential substance abuse treatment programs.

Individuals living in Lexington have an additional resource: GetHelpLex, a website that locates drug addiction services in or around the city of Lexington. This tool helps local residents to find all regional facilities that offer assessments, medical detoxification, 12-step programs, and residential/outpatient programs, or they can perform a guided search for services that limits results to a specific service setting, treatment type, targeted age or gender, or accepted form of payment.

Residents of the Commonwealth who need assistance covering the costs of treatment may qualify for low-income Medicaid services. To find out more about this option and its eligibility requirements, visit the Department of Medicaid Services section of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services website.

Use our database to find a treatment center near you

The tool below lists all of the treatment centers in the Commonwealth of Kentucky recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Input your zip code and select the filter icon to find relevant treatment centers near you.

Substance abuse impacts veterans across Kentucky

According to the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, Kentucky has approximately 512 homeless veterans, representing 11% of its total homeless population. A multitude of factors may contribute to the veterans’ lack of adequate housing: 51% have a disability, 50% have a serious mental illness, and 70% have a substance abuse issue. In fact, along with financial issues, unemployment, and insufficient shelter, homeless veterans in the Commonwealth reported that an addiction to alcohol and/or drugs was found to be a significant source of stress.

Drug addiction also impacts other veterans and military populations. A report released by the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center revealed that 452 veteran and active duty service members died of a drug-related overdose in Kentucky between 2010 and 2015. Death rates varied by location — they were highest in the Appalachia region as well as in northern Kentucky and lower in western Kentucky.

Drug-related deaths were highest among veterans and active duty service members aged 18-34 years, and certain drugs were involved more frequently than others. Of the veterans and active-duty military members who fatally overdosed, prescription opioids were indicated in 46.5% of documented deaths, followed by benzodiazepines in 27% of deaths, and heroin in 14.6% of deaths. The drug that was the least commonly observed was cocaine, present in 6.2% of the deaths. A combination of other illicit substances contributed to the remaining 33.6% of the group’s fatal overdoses.

Additional Resources for Parents and Teachers

The Children’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Branch works together with various agencies to provide young Kentucky residents with prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery services for behavioral health issues, which include the use of alcohol and/or drugs. The 14 Community Mental Health Centers located throughout Kentucky are among the agencies that provide substance abuse treatment to adolescents and are listed by the counties they serve on the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID) website. Available treatments include outpatient services or more intensive residential programs based on individual circumstances. Program availability at a specific location may vary, and individuals or their families are encouraged to contact the Community Mental Health Center serving their county with any questions.

Adolescents and their families can also explore a list of grant recipients to find new and existing providers, community partners, and nonprofits who have received funds from the KY Kids Recovery program for the creation or further development of substance abuse services for youth. The goal of this program is to improve the availability of treatment for young Kentuckians throughout the Commonwealth.

Additionally, the Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Inc. has a section of resources related to social, emotional, and behavioral health challenges that can be filtered by location, as well as by age group. In addition to helpful information for demographics ranging from school-aged children to teenagers, this organization also offers resources intended specifically for parents.

Mental Health Resources & Treatment

If you or someone you love is suffering from mental health issues, such as depression, PTSD, eating disorders, or severe anxiety, there are many resources from which to receive help.

Below are a few ways to receive immediate assistance, as advised by MentalHealth.gov:

Emergency Services: If your life (or someone else’s life) is in danger, always start by dialing 911 to gain immediate access to emergency services.

Suicide Prevention: The number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is: 800-273-8255. You can also initiate a private live online chat.

Veterans Crisis Line: Dial the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 and press “1” to talk to someone immediately. You can also access help with a private online chat or text 838255.

Here are two ways to find a provider of mental health treatment in Kentucky:

Mental Health America of Kentucky: This website has a section dedicated to screenings for various mental health conditions and a special section devoted to back to school mental health for youth.

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services: This site has a searchable database of mental health providers.

Individuals who have both substance use and mental health disorders may benefit from dual-diagnosis rehab facilities. Use the appropriate filter in our tool above to find rehabilitation centers with treatment programs designed to meet the unique challenge posed by co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.

Contact the appropriate local organization to find an AA or NA meeting near you

The tool below lists the contact information for local organizations that will connect you to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings near you. Since meeting times and locations change periodically, contact the local groups that coordinate the meetings to ensure that the information is up to date.

Over 700,000 Kentuckians suffer from mental illness annually

As discussed earlier in this guide, there is a strong link between substance use disorders and mental health disorders. When an individual is afflicted with both of these issues at the same time, health professionals refer to it as co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders or a “dual diagnosis.” Consequently, the prevalence of mental health issues in a given state can also help us to understand the level of substance abuse.

Suicide rates are significantly higher in Kentucky than across the United States

The Centers for Disease Control reports that suicide is the leading cause of death in the United States. The suicide rate has risen in nearly every state from 1999 to 2016, with that rate increasing by more than 30% in half of all 50 states since 1999. Suicide is an act that is often linked to substance abuse. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, substance abuse is a primary risk factor for both adults and adolescents who attempt and/or complete suicide, and this is particularly true for at-risk populations.

Furthermore, the relationship between substance abuse and suicide is multi-faceted and complex. Persons who have substance abuse issues typically also carry other risk factors for suicide, including depression, impulsive behavior, and other struggles with relationships, finances, illness, or unemployment that make them more likely to engage in self-harm. Between 1999 and 2016, Kentucky witnessed a 36.6% increase in the number of suicides. In 2017, Kentucky ranked 22nd in the country for the number of suicides per 100,000 residents.

Kentucky has a much higher opioid prescribing rate than the rate for the United States

Prescription drug abuse – particularly in the form of opioids – has become an epidemic in the United States. While it is difficult to estimate how many individuals use these drugs as prescribed and how many abuse them, the Centers for Disease Control has researched the variation in opioid prescriptions between states, establishing a direct connection between an increased level of opioid prescriptions with a greater potential for dependence and abuse. Across the United States in 2017, 191 million prescriptions for opioids were written by physicians, ultimately leading one in four patients who begins long-term opioid therapy to an addiction.

The rate of homelessness in Kentucky is slightly less than half the national average

A high rate of homelessness in an area indicates a greater potential for substance abuse issues. Homelessness has been shown to be linked to substance abuse as both a cause and a result; some individuals become homeless due to a substance use disorder, while other individuals who are already homeless frequently turn to substance use to dull the pain and desperation of their situation.

The 2018 Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Point-in-Time Count reported approximately 552,830 homeless individuals in the United States, the equivalent of 17 of every 10,000 U.S. residents. This number represents a decrease of 4.1% since 2014 when the number of homeless persons in the U.S. was around 576,450. Furthermore, homelessness across the United States has decreased by 15% since 2007, the year that HUD began collecting data on the homeless population.

Drug- and alcohol-induced deaths in Lexington are similar to the average for Kentucky