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Old Pueblo Community Services

4501 East 5th Street, Tucson, AZ 85711

Est. 1996 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Old Pueblo Community Services

  • Location: Tucson, AZ
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Old Pueblo Community Services

Old Pueblo Community Services (OPCS) is a Tucson-based nonprofit offering sober living for individuals exiting prison, recovering from addiction, experiencing homelessness, or reentering civilian life as veterans. Residents live in furnished housing with 24/7 staff support. With no entry barriers like sobriety or justice history, OPCS creates individualized plans focused on safety, stability, and the path to permanent housing.
OPCS supports the full spectrum of recovery needs with trauma therapy, addiction counseling, and recovery models like 12-Step and SMART Recovery. Veterans receive specialized support through VA partnerships. Case managers help with job readiness, benefits, life skills, and family reunification. Evidence-based and person-centered care helps clients rebuild lives with dignity, self-determination, and long-term success in mind.
Residents live in shared, fully furnished apartments with kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry access. Essentials like food, clothing, and household supplies are available. Outdoor spaces, transit access, and group areas foster connection and independence. Designed for safety and comfort, OPCS housing supports veterans and civilians alike in building healthy, sustainable lives within a caring recovery community.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Old Pueblo Community Services provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Older Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling
Private non-profit organization
State department of health
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid SAMHSA funding/block grants
Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Screening for substance use
Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Old Pueblo Community Services

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 30 day.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Old Pueblo Community Services offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Old Pueblo Community Services works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Heroin

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Pueblo Community Services

Does Old Pueblo Community Services accept my insurance?
Old Pueblo Community Services accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Old Pueblo Community Services?
Old Pueblo Community Services offers Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Old Pueblo Community Services?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Old Pueblo Community Services, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Tucson?
Yes. Browse all AZ treatment centers or narrow to Tucson specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Old Pueblo Community Services?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Old Pueblo Community Services typically last 30 day. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Old Pueblo Community Services is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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