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WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - Fort Myers

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1870 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL, Florida 33907
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WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab – Fort Myers: Comprehensive Recovery Services

Located in Fort Myers, Florida, WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab offers a modern, individualized approach to addiction treatment and mental health recovery. Understanding that effective recovery is not one-size-fits-all, WhiteSands provides a supportive and therapeutic environment focused on addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Program Offerings and Treatment Philosophy

WhiteSands employs a well-rounded strategy, integrating clinical excellence with hotel-style accommodations to ensure clients are comfortable and focused solely on healing. The facility supports clients throughout their journey with a range of care levels, ensuring a seamless transition between programs as recovery progresses.

Levels of Care

The facility offers several structured treatment options designed to meet varying needs, from initial stabilization through long-term aftercare:

  • Residential Treatment: Provides 24/7 support and intensive therapy in a safe, controlled environment.
  • Day Treatment (Partial Hospitalization Program – PHP): Offers structured therapy during the day, allowing clients to return to transitional housing or home in the evenings.
  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): A flexible option providing essential therapeutic services while allowing greater independence.
  • Outpatient Care: Continuing support for clients who have completed intensive programs and are transitioning back to daily life.

Focus on Holistic Healing

In addition to traditional therapies, WhiteSands emphasizes activities that contribute to overall well-being and life skills development. The treatment philosophy is centered on giving patients the tools, encouragement, and honest feedback necessary for achieving both short-term treatment goals and long-term sobriety.

Facility Information

The WhiteSands facility in Fort Myers is located at 1870 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Clients seeking more information on acceptance, specific therapies, or scheduling an intake assessment are encouraged to contact the center directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of insurance does WhiteSands accept?

WhiteSands typically accepts private insurance only. Prospective clients should note that the facility does not generally accept Medicaid or Medicare.

Does WhiteSands only treat alcohol and drug addiction?

While specializing in substance use disorders, WhiteSands also provides care for co-occurring mental health conditions, recognizing the strong link between addiction and mental wellness.

Is the Fort Myers location for inpatient or outpatient treatment?

The Fort Myers location offers a spectrum of care, including residential treatment, day treatment, intensive outpatient, and standard outpatient services.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Detoxification
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Residential/24-hour residential
Hospital inpatient detoxification
Hospital inpatient treatment
Residential detoxification
Long-term residential
Short-term residential
Age Groups Accepted
Young Adults
Adults
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
Medicare
Medicaid
Federal military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services
Alcohol Detoxification
Benzodiazepines Detoxification
Cocaine Detoxification
Methamphetamines detoxification
Opioids detoxification
Medication routinely used during detoxification
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine detoxification
Buprenorphine maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Relapse prevention with naltrexone
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
External Opioid Medications Source
In-network prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Pharmacotherapies
Acamprosate (Campral®)
Disulfiram
Buprenorphine with naloxone
Buprenorphine without naloxone
Naltrexone (oral)
Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Nicotine replacement
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Interim services for clients
Outreach to persons in the community
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
State department of health
The Joint Commission
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Veterans
Active duty military
Members of military families
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Clients who have experienced trauma
Testing
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV)
Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Other Services
Treatment for gambling disorder
Treatment for other addiction disorder
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Medical Services
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination
Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking permitted in designated area
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Domestic violence services, including family or partner
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
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