Veteran Drug and Alcohol Rehabs in Rhode Island

More than 1 in 10 Veterans experience addiction to drugs or alcohol.¹ The challenging conditions of military service can contribute to the development of substance use disorder in certain individuals.

Choosing addiction treatment geared toward Veterans can help you or a Veteran in your life get the help necessary to begin the recovery process. Here, we’ll explore everything you need to know about alcohol and drug rehab for Veterans in Rhode Island.

Challenges Veterans Face While Finding Treatment

There are unique challenges for Veterans and their families who are looking for alcohol and drug rehab for Veterans in Rhode Island.

• Understanding Veteran Benefits: Navigating your Veteran benefits and utilizing VA insurance can be complex when trying to find appropriate addiction treatment.
• Finding Tailored Services: It can be difficult to locate Veteran addiction treatment programs specifically designed to address the unique needs of Veterans living with substance use disorder. This often includes finding treatment centers that also offer co-occurring disorder treatment and PTSD treatment.¹ 
• Geographic Limitations: Access to suitable rehab options in Rhode Island may be limited due to location.
• Eligibility and Enrollment Issues: The process of determining eligibility and enrolling in various treatment programs can present significant hurdles.

AAC understands that starting recovery can be difficult. Reach out to us at to speak with a member of our team—many of whom are Veterans themselves. We’re here to help you work through any problems that may come up.

Treatment Options We Offer for Veterans in Rhode Island

When you decide to seek treatment, your healthcare provider or addiction treatment specialist will work with you to determine what level of drug and alcohol rehab for Veterans near you is the right fit for your needs. Several factors will determine the appropriate level of care for your recovery, including the severity of your addiction, the length of your addiction, whether you have other mental health disorders that require treatment, the level of support you have at home, and more.²

Common levels of addiction treatment include:²

• Medical detox: Often, medical detox is the first step to recovery. During medical detox, you’ll work with a caring treatment team who will offer medication (if necessary) and support to help manage withdrawal symptoms as you prepare for the next step of recovery.
• Inpatient rehab: During inpatient rehab, you’ll live at the treatment facility, with access to around-the-clock care. This type of treatment is often most effective for those who are living with severe substance use disorder.
• Outpatient treatment: Outpatient treatment provides convenience and flexibility and offers several different support levels. Common outpatient programs include partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), and standard outpatient care.
• Sober living facilities: After inpatient or outpatient treatment, many Veterans continue their recovery in sober living facilities, which offer a high level of structure and accountability while easing the transition back to day-to-day life.

Addictions We Treat

At American Addiction Centers, we offer treatment for a wide variety of addictions, including addiction to multiple substances.

Some of the types of addiction we most commonly treat include:

• Alcohol.
• Opioids.
• Benzodiazepines.
• Prescription drugs.
• Marijuana.
• Methamphetamine.

We treat addiction to other substances as well. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our admissions team at to learn more.

How Much Does Rehab in Rhode Island Cost for Veterans?

When searching for alcohol or drug treatment centers for Veterans, it’s normal to be concerned about how much treatment will cost. Understanding any out-of-pocket costs before the start of treatment can help ease your concerns so you can fully focus on your recovery.

Factors that can influence the total cost of your drug or alcohol addiction treatment may include:

• Type of treatment (inpatient treatment is typically more expensive than outpatient treatment).
• Length of treatment.
• Location of treatment facility.
• Required medical care in addition to addiction treatment.

At American Addiction Centers, we’re proud to offer a wide range of treatment options for Veterans throughout our nationwide network of treatment facilities.

Does the VA Cover Drug and Alcohol Rehab?

Typically, your VA benefits will cover some or all of the cost of drug and alcohol treatment.³ Learning more about your VA benefits for addiction treatment can be an important first step in understanding more about the cost of rehab. 

Additionally, in some cases, a Veteran spouse and/or survivor may be able to use their loved ones’ VA benefits for addiction treatment.

Will I Lose Benefits if I Seek Treatment?

Many Veterans who are living with substance use disorder are concerned about losing benefits if they seek treatment. We can assure you that no, you will not lose your benefits if you seek treatment for substance use disorder.⁴

Keeping your benefits is important, and you will not be penalized for seeking treatment. Your benefits will remain intact both while you’re at treatment and after your inpatient or outpatient treatment is complete.

Other Payment Options for Veteran Rehab

Understanding what payment options are available can help you work out the logistics of getting addiction treatment.

Some payment options that are available for drug and alcohol rehab include:

• VA benefits.
• Private insurance.
• Private pay (many rehab centers accept debit and credit cards).
• Financing options through your treatment facility.
• Medicaid or Medicare.

Our Veteran Team Can Help You Find Treatment in Rhode Island

At American Addiction Centers, our team is here to help you get the care you need to begin the recovery process. Our Veteran recovery team is made up of Veterans, Veteran spouses, and others who have worked closely with Veterans for years. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate the VA system, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.

We provide a comprehensive approach to addiction treatment and don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Your story and situation are unique, and we’ll work closely with you to develop an individualized treatment plan designed to meet your needs. We’re here to help you understand how to get started with treatment, what to expect on a typical day in rehab at one of our treatment facilities, how to utilize your insurance benefits, and more.

Reach out to our team today at to talk with one of our admissions navigators and begin your recovery journey!