
At a Glance
Location
3763 Evans Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Phone
239-275-3222Primary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
About SalusCare Inc Evans Campus
SalusCare provides medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions in Southwest Florida. The CARF-accredited recovery center serves diverse populations including adolescents, young adults, pregnant women, and court-ordered clients through their Fort Myers facility.
SalusCare operates as a comprehensive addiction treatment center in Fort Myers, serving the broader Southwest Florida recovery community. Located on Evans Avenue in Lee County, this facility focuses on supporting individuals and families through extended recovery journeys beyond immediate crisis intervention.
The recovery center offers a complete continuum of care including medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs. These multiple levels of care allow individuals to progress through different phases of recovery while maintaining connection to the same treatment team and recovery community. The residential treatment program provides intensive support for those requiring 24-hour care, while outpatient services enable continued participation in recovery programming alongside work, school, or family responsibilities.
SalusCare's treatment approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address both substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The center specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, recognizing that many individuals entering recovery need integrated care for both addiction and mental health conditions. This comprehensive approach helps build lasting recovery skills rather than simply addressing acute symptoms.
The facility serves a diverse recovery community including adolescents, young adults aged 18-25, women, pregnant women, deaf and hard of hearing individuals, and those entering treatment through court orders. CARF accreditation demonstrates the center's commitment to meeting established standards for substance abuse treatment. Multiple payment options including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding scale fees make treatment accessible across different economic circumstances, supporting long-term recovery engagement for Southwest Florida residents.
Medical Detox and Residential Treatment Services
SalusCare's medical detox program provides supervised withdrawal management as the first step in comprehensive addiction treatment. The facility's residential treatment component offers intensive 24-hour support for individuals requiring structured recovery environments away from triggers and stressors that may compromise early sobriety.
The residential treatment program connects seamlessly with outpatient services, allowing individuals to step down their level of care while maintaining therapeutic relationships and recovery community connections. This continuum approach supports sustainable recovery outcomes by providing appropriate intensity of care at each stage of the recovery process.
Outpatient Programs and Recovery Community Support
The outpatient program at SalusCare enables individuals to participate in structured addiction treatment while maintaining work, educational, or family responsibilities. These programs serve both as primary treatment for appropriate candidates and as aftercare support for those transitioning from residential levels of care.
Outpatient services incorporate the same therapeutic approaches used in residential treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques specifically adapted for substance use disorders. This consistency in treatment methodology helps individuals apply recovery skills across different life settings and circumstances.
Dual Diagnosis and Co-occurring Disorders Treatment
SalusCare specializes in treating individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, recognizing that integrated treatment produces better outcomes than addressing these conditions separately. The dual diagnosis approach ensures that both addiction and mental health symptoms receive appropriate clinical attention throughout the recovery process.
CBT techniques form a core component of the treatment approach, helping individuals identify and modify thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to both substance use and mental health challenges. This therapeutic framework provides practical tools for managing triggers, cravings, and emotional regulation in long-term recovery.
Specialized Populations and Accessibility
The recovery center serves diverse populations including adolescents, young adults, women, and pregnant women, with specialized programming adapted to meet the unique needs of each group. Court-ordered treatment options help individuals fulfill legal requirements while engaging in meaningful recovery work.
Accessibility services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals ensure that communication barriers do not prevent access to quality addiction treatment. Services are available in both English and French, supporting Southwest Florida's diverse linguistic communities in their recovery journeys.
Why Choose SalusCare Inc Evans Campus
- CARF-accredited facility demonstrating commitment to quality standards in substance abuse treatment
- Specialized programming for pregnant women and adolescents alongside adult recovery services
- Comprehensive dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Accessibility services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in recovery
- Complete continuum from medical detox through outpatient care within one recovery community
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of addiction treatment does SalusCare provide?
SalusCare offers medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs. This continuum of care allows individuals to receive appropriate intensity of treatment based on their recovery needs and progress through different levels while maintaining connection to the same treatment team.
Does SalusCare treat co-occurring mental health disorders?
Yes, SalusCare specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for individuals with both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The integrated approach addresses both conditions simultaneously using clinical therapeutic methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
What populations does the recovery center serve?
SalusCare serves adolescents, young adults aged 18-25, women, pregnant women, deaf and hard of hearing individuals, and court-ordered clients. The facility provides specialized programming adapted to meet the unique recovery needs of each population served.
What insurance and payment options are accepted?
SalusCare accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, self-pay, and offers sliding scale payment options. Multiple payment methods help ensure that cost does not become a barrier to accessing addiction treatment services.
Is SalusCare accredited for substance abuse treatment?
Yes, SalusCare holds CARF accreditation, demonstrating that the facility meets established national standards for quality in behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment services.
What therapeutic approaches are used in treatment?
SalusCare incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a core therapeutic method. CBT helps individuals identify and modify thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to substance use and mental health challenges.
Are services available in languages other than English?
SalusCare provides treatment services in both English and French, supporting Southwest Florida's diverse linguistic communities. The facility also offers specialized accessibility services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
What area does SalusCare serve for addiction treatment?
SalusCare serves Southwest Florida from their Fort Myers location in Lee County. The facility is positioned to support individuals and families throughout the region seeking comprehensive addiction treatment services.
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