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Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch

9826 18th Avenue, Blythe, CA 92225

2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch

  • Location: Blythe, CA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch

Serving the Blythe, CA area, Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch offers residential rehab and co-occurring mental health care designed around each client's needs and stage of recovery.

Care here features levels of care including residential rehab and co-occurring mental health and typical program lengths around 30 days.

Treatment draws on evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy, life skills, online therapy and relapse prevention counseling and a treatment philosophy that is twelve step, tailored to the individual.

This center serves men, women, older adults and young adults and treats co-occurring disorders, drug addiction, chronic relapse and smoking cessation.

Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch accepts 24 insurance options, including Kaiser Permanente, MHN, Medicaid and Medicare, and can help verify your specific benefits.

Aftercare options include continuing care, support meetings and employment counseling.

To confirm current openings, levels of care, and accepted insurance, contact Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch directly or call our free, confidential helpline.

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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Older Adults Young Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State department of health The Joint Commission
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Veterans Active duty military Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
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
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
Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Female Male
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Spanish
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch

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 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

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.

Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

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 Cognitive Behavioral 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. Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch 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

Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Chronic Relapse Smoking Cessation

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Frequently Asked Questions about Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch

Does Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch accept my insurance?
Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch 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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch?
Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral 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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch?
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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Blythe?
Yes. Browse all CA treatment centers or narrow to Blythe 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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch?
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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch typically last 30 days. 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 Veterans Alcoholic Rehab Prog (VARP) Metcalf Recovery Ranch 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 corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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