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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Connecticut Counseling Centers Danbury	60 Beaver Brook Road Danbury, CT 06810	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Connecticut Counseling Centers Inc	60 Beaver Brook Road Danbury, CT 06810	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientIntervention+1
MCCA	38 Old Ridgebury Road Danbury, CT 06810	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare
Sober House Easton	55 Silver Hill Rd Danbury, CT 06612	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Arms Acres Inc MSW IP	75 Seminary Hill Road Carmel, NY 10512	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care
Silver Hill Hospital	208 Valley Road New Canaan, CT 06840	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+2
Ludlowe Center For Health & Rehabilitation	118 Jefferson St Fairfield, CT 06825	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
New Era Rehabilitation Center	4675 Main Street Bridgeport, CT 06606	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
New Era Rehabilitation	4675 Main St Bridgeport, CT 06606	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
St. Vincent’s Medical Center	2800 Main St Bridgeport, CT 06606	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs Griffin Hospital Department of Psychiatry	241 Seymour Avenue Derby, CT 06418	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Nuvance Health Medical Practice at Norwalk Hospital	24 Stevens St Norwalk, CT 06850	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Recovery Network of Programs Inc Kinsella Treatment Center MATS	1862 State Street Extension Bridgeport, CT 06605	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care
Pivot Drug Rehabilitation Center	495 Jane St Bridgeport, CT 06608	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Bridgeport Hospital	267 Grant Street Bridgeport, CT 06610	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Danbury, CT

Danbury is the largest city in Fairfield County and sits within DMHAS Region 5, the western Connecticut service area managed by the state’s Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

DMHAS is Connecticut’s primary licensing and regulatory authority for detox programs, residential treatment and outpatient substance use disorder services. All licensed detox facilities operating in Danbury must hold active DMHAS credentialing and comply with ongoing inspections, staffing requirements and clinical documentation standards. The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) licenses certain residential and clinical components separately.

Danbury residents looking for detox programs in Connecticut will find a range of options operating within this framework, from medically managed inpatient withdrawal at MCCA’s McDonough House to community-based outpatient services through Apex Community Care.

Additionally, the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN), a DMHAS-operated community hub at 78 Triangle Street in Danbury, coordinates referrals and clinical oversight across the Greater Danbury area, covering 11 towns including Bethel, Brookfield, New Milford, Newtown and Ridgefield.

DMHAS also operates a 24/7 statewide Access Line at 1-800-563-4086 that facilitates residential detox placements and can arrange transportation to treatment for people in crisis anywhere in Connecticut.

Given Danbury’s substantial Spanish-speaking population, bilingual services are a practical consideration for many when searching for care. To meet this need, Apex Community Care employs Latino outreach case managers and offers services in both English and Spanish.

One important harm reduction measure in Connecticut is the Good Samaritan Law, which offers important protections for people who call 911 during a drug-related emergency. Anyone who seeks medical assistance for an overdose in good faith, whether for themselves or someone else, cannot be prosecuted for simple drug possession under that law.

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Paying for Detox in Danbury

Detox costs in Connecticut vary by setting and intensity. Medical inpatient detox typically runs between $500 and $1,500 per day, while ambulatory or outpatient detox programs cost considerably less. Residential withdrawal management programs generally fall somewhere between these two ranges.

Your final out-of-pocket costs depend heavily on your insurance coverage, length of stay and whether the facility is in-network.

For a full breakdown of how pricing works, our guide onhow much detox costs covers the key variables.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Danbury?

Connecticut’s Medicaid program, known as HUSKY Health, covers detox, residential treatment, outpatient programs and all three FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder, including methadone, buprenorphine/naloxone and naltrexone. HUSKY enrollees do not pay copays for addiction treatment services.

HUSKY D covers low-income adults ages 19 to 64 who do not have dependent children, making it the relevant plan for many adults seeking detox coverage. Applications can be submitted through Access Health CT at accesshealthct.com.

$2,500–$15,000 per episode

Medical Detox

$6,000–$30,000 per month

Inpatient Rehab

$500–$1,700 per month

Outpatient Rehab

$300–$600 per month

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Danbury?

The following major carriers have substantial coverage networks in the Danbury and Fairfield County area:

Medicare and Medicaid in Danbury

Medicare

Medicare covers detox and substance use disorder treatment in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Part A covers inpatient hospital-based withdrawal management, Part B covers outpatient care and MAT at federally certified opioid treatment programs, and as of 2024, Medicare added coverage for intensive outpatient programs. Original Medicare pays 80% of the approved amount after the Part B deductible; Medicare Advantage cost-sharing varies by plan.

Medicaid

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

MCCA’s programs in Danbury operate as a nonprofit and accept sliding-scale fees for qualifying patients.

Additionally, Apex Community Care accepts federal and state grant funding alongside Medicaid and Medicare, which reduces or eliminates costs for many uninsured individuals.

Danbury, Connecticut Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Danbury

Medication-assisted treatment is available through multiple providers in the Danbury area, including MCCA’s federally certified OTP at McDonough House and Apex Community Care’s outpatient MAT program.

DMHAS also oversees the Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership (CTBHP), which administers behavioral health benefits for HUSKY Medicaid plans, ensuring that all three FDA-approved MAT medications are covered without prior authorization under most circumstances.

Buprenorphine (Suboxone)

Buprenorphine can be prescribed by any licensed clinician who has completed the relevant DEA registration requirements.

In Connecticut, HUSKY covers buprenorphine without restrictions, and both MCCA and Apex Community Care in Danbury prescribe it.

Telehealth prescribing expanded buprenorphine access significantly following regulatory changes after 2020, and several online MAT providers also serve Danbury residents.

Methadone

Methadone for opioid use disorder is dispensed only through federally certified OTPs.

In Danbury, MCCA’s McDonough House holds OTP certification and can provide methadone maintenance alongside residential and outpatient services. Initial dosing requires daily in-person visits, though patients who demonstrate stability can earn take-home doses over time.

HUSKY covers methadone treatment at certified OTP sites.

Naltrexone

Naltrexone is available in oral form and as an extended-release monthly injection (Vivitrol).

It requires no special prescribing authority, carries no abuse potential and is covered by HUSKY and most commercial insurance plans.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Danbury

The opioid crisis in Fairfield County is driven primarily by fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that accounted for the majority of fatal overdoses across western Connecticut in recent years.

To help ensure the safety of Danbury and the surrounding Region 5 communities, an expansion of harm reduction services, with more organizations distributing naloxone, fentanyl test strips and safer-use supplies to people who use drugs, is ongoing.

Under Connecticut law, naloxone can be dispensed without a prescription at most pharmacies statewide. DMHAS has distributed tens of thousands of naloxone kits to community organizations across the state since launching its statewide saturation plan in 2022 and opioid settlement funds are actively supporting further expansion of harm reduction infrastructure in the region.

DMHAS has distributed tens of thousands of naloxone kits to community organizations across the state since launching its statewide saturation plan in 2022 and opioid settlement funds are actively supporting further expansion of harm reduction infrastructure in the region.

Understanding fentanyl’s risks is important for anyone navigating this landscape, since fentanyl is increasingly found mixed into cocaine, counterfeit pills and other substances where users may not expect it.

Apex Community Care Syringe Services Program

apexcommunitycarect.org

Syringe exchange and safer-use supplies Naloxone (Narcan) distribution and overdose education HIV and HCV prevention Testing and linkage to care Fentanyl test strips Safer smoking kits Peer recovery coaching

Apex Community Care operates a syringe services program at its Danbury location at 16 Hospital Avenue.

The harm reduction and prevention services occupy the building’s first floor and are accessible without requiring enrollment in any clinical program.

Apex is one of Connecticut DPH’s registered syringe services programs and distributes free naloxone to anyone who requests it.

Western CT Coalition (DMHAS Region 5 RBHAO)

wctcoalition.org

Free naloxone training (virtual and in-person) Narcan train-the-trainer sessions Community education on overdose recognition and response Coordination of regional prevention initiatives and referrals to treatment Harm reduction resources

The Western CT Coalition is the Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) for DMHAS Region 5, which includes Danbury and the broader western Connecticut area.

The coalition holds regular monthly naloxone training sessions and can connect residents and organizations with free Narcan kits.

It played a central role in expanding SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) training among law enforcement and social service providers in the region.

MCCA McDonough House Naloxone and Overdose Education

mccaonline.com

Naloxone distribution at discharge Overdose education for patients and families MAT with buprenorphine and naltrexone Recovery coaching and peer support

MCCA’s inpatient and outpatient programs at McDonough House provide naloxone kits and overdose education as a standard part of discharge planning. All patients and their family members or support persons are trained before leaving.

MCCA is CARF-accredited and holds OTP certification from SAMHSA, ensuring clinical standards are met at the federally recognized level.

DMHAS Statewide Naloxone Access and Pharmacies

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Over-the-counter naloxone at most Connecticut pharmacies Free naloxone for uninsured individuals through DMHAS-funded organizations Naloxone vending machine Free naloxone training through RBHAO network.

Naloxone is available without a prescription at most pharmacies in Connecticut under a standing order from the Commissioner of Public Health.

HUSKY C and HUSKY D members receive naloxone at no cost. For those without insurance, DMHAS-funded organizations in the Danbury area provide free kits.

Connecticut is also piloting harm reduction vending machines stocked with naloxone, fentanyl test strips and safer-use supplies in public locations through opioid settlement funding approved in 2024.

Detox Statistics in Danbury, Connecticut

Danbury sits in Fairfield County, which has historically had one of the lower overdose mortality rates among Connecticut’s counties, though opioids, particularly fentanyl, continue to drive most deaths across the state. Statewide trends are moving in a positive direction after years of sustained losses.

990 Confirmed Drug Overdose Deaths in Connecticut in 2024

Connecticut recorded 990 confirmed drug overdose deaths in 2024, a 26% decline from 1,338 deaths in 2023, marking the third consecutive year of decreasing overdose mortality.

76.6% Fentanyl Involvement Rate in 2024

Fentanyl was involved in approximately 76.6% of all drug overdose deaths in Connecticut in 2024, down from 83.1% in 2023, though fentanyl remains the leading drug in fatal overdoses statewide.

Connecticut Age-Adjusted Overdose Rate Exceeds National Average

In 2023, Connecticut’s age-adjusted unintentional drug overdose mortality rate was 33.3 per 100,000 population, compared to the national rate of 29.1 per 100,000, placing the state above the U.S. average despite recent improvement.

FAQs About Detox in Danbury, CT

How do I access detox in Danbury if I don't have insurance?

Call the DMHAS 24/7 Access Line at 1-800-563-4086 at any time. This line facilitates residential detox placements across Connecticut and can help arrange transportation.

MCCA and Apex Community Care both accept HUSKY Medicaid and offer sliding-scale fees for those without coverage. Covered Connecticut may also provide free insurance if your income falls below 175% of the federal poverty level.

What levels of detox care are available in Danbury?

Danbury has medically managed inpatient withdrawal through MCCA’s McDonough House (an ASAM 3.7 residential detox program), outpatient MAT and intensive outpatient programs through both MCCA and Apex Community Care, and referral pathways to higher-acuity hospital-based detox when medically necessary.

Understanding which level is appropriate depends on substance type, medical history and withdrawal severity. Our inpatient versus outpatient detox guide walks through the key decision factors.

Does Danbury have MAT programs for opioid use disorder?

Yes. MCCA McDonough House is a federally certified Opioid Treatment Program providing methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone.

Apex Community Care offers outpatient buprenorphine and naltrexone prescribing. Several independent providers also offer Suboxone and Vivitrol in Danbury and online MAT telehealth platforms serve the area.

HUSKY covers all three medications.

Are there Spanish-language treatment services in Danbury?

Yes. Apex Community Care employs Latino outreach case managers and provides services in both English and Spanish. The Western CT Mental Health Network in Danbury also serves the area’s large Latino and Latinx population. Given Danbury’s demographics, many providers in the area have staff with Spanish-language capacity.

What is Connecticut's Good Samaritan Law and how does it protect people who call for help?

Connecticut’s Good Samaritan Law protects individuals who call 911 in good faith to report a drug overdose from prosecution for simple drug possession. The protection covers both the person calling for help and the person experiencing the overdose. It does not protect against other charges unrelated to the overdose call.

For additional resources on what to expect if someone you know is in crisis, ourintervention guide covers how to help a loved one take the first step toward treatment.

What happens after detox is complete in Danbury?

Detox addresses physical withdrawal but is not a complete treatment for substance use disorder. Most clinical guidelines recommend transitioning directly into an aftercare program such as an intensive outpatient program (IOP), residential rehab or continuing outpatient counseling.

MCCA and Apex both offer ongoing outpatient services and can assist with discharge planning. The DMHAS 24/7 Access Line can also help identify next-step placements.

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