50 verified providers in Chicago, IL · sourced from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov · refreshed monthly · Last reviewed: June 2026 · Data refreshed from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov
Need drug and alcohol rehab for a loved one in Chicago, IL? Senova lists 50 verified SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment providers drawn directly from SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov national directory. Information is refreshed monthly.
About drug and alcohol rehab in Chicago, IL
Substance use treatment ranges from short-term outpatient counseling to long-term residential rehab and medication-assisted treatment. The right level of care depends on the substance, severity, mental-health co-occurrence, and home support.
Services typically offered
- Outpatient counseling
- Intensive outpatient programs (IOP)
- Partial hospitalization (PHP)
- Residential / inpatient rehab
- Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone)
- 12-step facilitation and group therapy
Insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid coverage
Most providers accept some combination of Medicaid, Medicare (limited), private insurance, sliding-scale self-pay, and state-funded coverage for those without insurance. Federal parity laws require most plans to cover addiction treatment at the same level as physical health care.
Illinois Medical Assistance Program covers drug and alcohol rehab through the HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly program. To qualify, residents typically need to meet the financial threshold (about $1,083/month for an individual) and have a documented care need that would otherwise require nursing-facility-level care. Applications go through Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, which is also the licensing authority for these providers.
Illinois Medicaid & eligibility deep dive
Eligibility for Illinois Medical Assistance Program
To qualify for drug and alcohol rehab under Illinois Medical Assistance Program, applicants generally need to meet two criteria: financial eligibility and a documented care need. Financial eligibility is based on income — typically $1,083/month for an individual — and on countable assets, usually capped around $2,000 for an individual (with separate rules for spouses). The care-need test typically requires a level-of-care assessment showing the applicant would need nursing-facility-level care without home- and community-based support.
The HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly program
Illinois's primary vehicle for drug and alcohol rehab coverage is the HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly. Covered services typically include outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, residential treatment for qualifying conditions, medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorder, and crisis intervention. Some programs require pre-authorization through a managed-care organization.
How to apply
- Complete the Medicaid application through Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (www.illinois.gov/hfs/), by phone, in person at a local office, or through healthcare.gov.
- Provide income documentation (pay stubs, tax returns, Social Security benefit letters), bank statements, and proof of citizenship or legal residency.
- Once enrolled in Medicaid, request a long-term services and supports (LTSS) assessment to determine eligibility for the HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly.
- If approved, you can choose any participating drug and alcohol rehab provider — the ones listed below all accept Medicaid where they have contracts.
Application timelines vary: Medicaid itself can be approved in 30–45 days for most applicants, while waiver enrollment may take 60–180 days due to assessments and waitlists. Some Illinois regions have shorter waitlists than others — typically urban metros move faster than rural counties.
Chicago, IL drug and alcohol rehab by the numbers
- 50 verified SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment providers in Chicago.
- Sourced from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov (the federal substance use & mental health directory), refreshed monthly.
- Illinois Medical Assistance Program is Illinois's primary public payer for drug and alcohol rehab.
- Average wait time to start care varies — urban metros generally start within 7–14 days; rural counties may take 30+ days.
How much does drug and alcohol rehab cost in Chicago, IL?
| Payer | Coverage | Out-of-pocket |
|---|
| Medicare | Limited — outpatient mental health visits covered with copay; substance-use treatment partially covered | 20% coinsurance after Part B deductible |
| Illinois Medical Assistance Program | Yes — through HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly for qualifying low-income residents | $0 for most enrollees; small copays in some states |
| Private insurance | Most plans cover drug and alcohol rehab subject to network rules and prior auth | Deductible + 10–30% coinsurance typical |
| Private pay | Outpatient: $50–$200/session. IOP: $3,000–$10,000. Residential: $5,000–$30,000+ for 30 days | Full cost |
| Long-term care insurance | Generally not — designed for chronic-care services | Per policy |
Costs are 2026 estimates. Verify with the specific provider before scheduling.
How to choose a drug and alcohol rehab provider
When you compare drug and alcohol rehab providers, focus on five things: (1) certification status (Medicare- or Medicaid-certified for clinical care; SAMHSA-listed for behavioral health), (2) services offered relative to the specific need, (3) which insurance plans and Medicaid waivers they accept, (4) how quickly they can start, (5) patient and family reviews where available. Reputable providers explain coverage, costs, and care plans up front; high-pressure sales tactics are a red flag.
Before signing a care agreement, ask for the answers to these questions in writing: which services are billed to Medicare/Medicaid versus billed to you out of pocket; who is the primary care coordinator; how the agency handles after-hours calls and emergencies; the typical response time for new requests; and two or three references from current patients or families. Providers who refuse to share references are a yellow flag — keep looking.
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What you'll find on this page
This page covers every drug and alcohol rehab provider with a verified address in Chicago, IL. For a wider radius, see the <a href="/illinois-drug-alcohol-rehab">Illinois state page</a> or use the <a href="/search?q=Drug%20%26%20Alcohol%20Rehab%20in%20Chicago%2C%20IL">search</a>. Click any provider's name below to view their full profile — address, phone, services, ownership, certification details, and how to contact them. Senova never charges patients or families for these listings, and providers cannot pay to appear higher on this page.
About this data
Senova is a free, independent directory of care providers. We do not run any of the agencies listed below — we surface them from authoritative federal data so you can find them faster. Our data source is SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov. If you spot outdated or incorrect information, the source dataset is publicly auditable and refreshed by the federal government on a monthly basis. To request a correction directly, contact SAMHSA at 1-877-SAMHSA-7 or the provider directly.
- A Beautiful Mind Inc
5113 South Harper Avenue Suite 2-C, Chicago, IL, 60615
773-304-3699
- A Safe Haven
7346 South Kingston Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60649
773-392-7003
- A Safe Haven
2750 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL, 60608
773-392-7003
- A Safe Haven
7349-7355 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60645
773-392-7003
- Above And Beyond Family Recovery Ctr
2942 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL, 60612
773-940-2960
- Abraxas Youth And Family Services
5701 South Wood Street, Chicago, IL, 60636
773-737-4600 x3204
- Access Behavioral Services Inc
3948 West 26th Street Suite 114, Chicago, IL, 60623
773-522-5460
- Allens Family Counseling Center Inc
226 West Ontario Street Suite 400, Chicago, IL, 60654
312-912-7008
- Alliance Behavioral Services Inc
4715 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60641
773-777-8635
- Alliance Behavioral Services Inc
5906 South Troy Street, Chicago, IL, 60629
773-777-8635
- American Indian Health Service Of
4326 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60641
773-883-9100
- Ann And Robert H Lurie Childs Hosp Of
1440 North Dayton Street, Chicago, IL, 60642
312-227-6800 x7805
- Association For Multicultural
6650 North Northwest Highway Suite 215, Chicago, IL, 60631
773-313-3757
- Association House Of Chicago
1116 North Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60651
773-772-8009 x6304
- Behavioral Health And
2701 West 68th Street 3rd Floor, North, Chicago, IL, 60629
773-565-2550
- Bobby E Wright Cbhc
5816 West Division Street, Chicago, IL, 60651
773-722-7900 x4252
- Break The Cycle Foundation Inc
4103 West 26th Street, Chicago, IL, 60623
773-521-1601
- Bridging The Tys To Jordan Inc
5500 South Indiana Street Suite B, Chicago, IL, 60637
773-488-9460
- Bridging The Tys To Jordan Inc
5500 South Indiana Avenue Basement, Chicago, IL, 60637
773-488-9460
- Center For Addictive Problems
609 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
312-266-0404
- Chicago Treatment And
4453 North Broadway Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60640
773-506-2900
- Chicago Treatment And
3520 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60609
773-523-3400
- Christian Community Health Center
9718 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60628
773-233-4100
- Counseling Center Of Illinois Inc
4515 North Milwaukee Street, Chicago, IL, 60630
773-777-6767
- Counseling Center Of Illinois Inc
30 North Michigan Avenue Suite 1415, Chicago, IL, 60602
773-777-6767
- Divine Recovery Hope Clinic
3936 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL, 60624
773-828-6900
- Drexel Counseling Services Inc
936 East 93rd Street, Chicago, IL, 60619
773-731-5395
- Dui Alternatives Treatment Center Inc
22 West Washington Street Suite 1500, Chicago, IL, 60602
312-897-3500
- Dui Alternatives Trt Ctr Inc
2656 West Montrose Avenue Suite 103, Chicago, IL, 60618
773-463-0500
- Dui Counseling And
4059 West 47th Street Suite 2, Chicago, IL, 60632
773-254-9122
- Dui Metropolitan Services Inc
5200 South Archer Avenue Unit 7, Chicago, IL, 60632
773-775-2928
- Emages Inc
7601 South Kostner Avenue Suite 500, Chicago, IL, 60652
773-224-7386
- Enlightened World Of Recovery Inc
11912 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60628
773-386-5936
- Esperanza Brighton Park
4700 South California Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60632
773-584-6200
- Esperanza California
2001 South California Avenue Suite 100, Chicago, IL, 60608
773-584-6200
- Esperanza Little Village
3059 West 26th Street, Chicago, IL, 60623
773-584-6200
- Eva Mae Recovery Hope Inc
6614 South Halsted Street Suite 102, Chicago, IL, 60621
773-941-8068
- Eva Mae Recovery Hope Inc
10723 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60628
773-941-8068
- Family Guidance Centers Inc
2630 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60616
312-808-3210
- Family Guidance Centers Inc
310 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60654
312-943-6545
- Family Guidance Centers Inc
1220 South Wood Street, Chicago, IL, 60608
312-413-3034
- Fola Community Action Services Inc
8014-8018 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60620
773-487-4310
- Friend Family Health Center
6250 South Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL, 60637
312-682-6110
- Gateway Foundation
3828 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL, 60624
773-826-1916 x2893
- Gateway Foundation
415 North Dearborn Street Suite 510, Chicago, IL, 60654
312-464-9451
- Gateway Foundation
1706 North Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60647
773-705-1334 x3800
- Habilitative Systems Inc
550 North Pine Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60644
773-261-2252
- Harbor Light Alcoholism And Drug
825 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60651
312-667-2204
- Healthcare Alternative Systems Inc
1949 North Humboldt Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60647
773-252-2666
- Healthcare Alternative Systems Inc
4534 South Western Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60609
773-254-5141
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does drug and alcohol rehab cost in Chicago, IL?
Cost varies dramatically based on level of care. Outpatient counseling can be $50–$200 per session with insurance; intensive outpatient runs $3,000–$10,000 for a typical course; residential treatment ranges from $5,000 to $30,000+ for 30 days. Illinois Medical Assistance Program covers drug and alcohol rehab for qualifying residents, and most providers below accept sliding-scale or state-funded coverage for the uninsured.
Does Medicaid cover drug and alcohol rehab in Illinois?
Yes. Illinois Medical Assistance Program covers drug and alcohol rehab through HCBS Waiver for Persons who are Elderly. Eligibility is based on financial need (typically $1,083/month for an individual) and a documented care need that would otherwise require nursing-facility-level care. Apply through Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services or use the federal portal at healthcare.gov.
How do I choose the right drug and alcohol rehab provider?
Compare providers on five things: (1) certification status — Medicare/Medicaid certified or, for behavioral health, SAMHSA-listed; (2) services offered relative to your specific needs; (3) which insurance plans and Medicaid waivers they accept; (4) how quickly they can start care; (5) patient and family reviews where available. Reputable agencies provide written care plans, clear cost breakdowns, and answer questions without high-pressure sales tactics.
What's the difference between inpatient and outpatient rehab?
Inpatient (residential) rehab: the patient lives at the facility for 28–90+ days, with 24-hour clinical supervision. Best for severe addiction, multiple relapses, unsafe home environment, or co-occurring mental health needs. Outpatient: the patient lives at home and attends treatment 1–5 days per week. Levels include standard outpatient (1–2 hrs/week), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP, 9–20 hrs/week), and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP, 20+ hrs/week). The right level depends on substance, severity, and home support.
Are these providers verified?
Yes. Every facility on this page is listed in the federal SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov national directory and refreshed monthly. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) is the U.S. government agency responsible for behavioral health services. Inclusion in their directory means the facility has reported its services and contact info to the federal government.
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What's the difference between Medicare and Medicaid for drug and alcohol rehab?
Medicare is the federal health insurance for people 65+ and certain younger adults with disabilities — it covers drug and alcohol rehab when criteria are met (homebound status, physician order, skilled need). Medicaid is the joint federal-state program for low-income Americans — it covers drug and alcohol rehab more broadly through state HCBS waivers. Many people qualify for both ("dual-eligible") and use them together to maximize coverage.
What if I'm in a mental-health or substance-use crisis right now?
Don't wait for a directory listing — call or text 988 immediately for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, confidential, 24/7), or call SAMHSA's helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for substance use treatment referrals. If there's immediate danger to yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. The providers below are for ongoing treatment after the immediate crisis is stabilized.
How often is the data on this page updated?
Senova refreshes the underlying federal datasets on the 1st of every month. SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov publishes updates approximately quarterly, and we sync within 24 hours of their release. Provider information that changes more often (phone numbers, addresses, accepted insurance) is only as current as the federal source — call the provider directly to confirm critical details before scheduling care.