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Choosing where to go to rehab is no easy option. Lots of questions can pop up such as whether it’s a good idea to go to a treatment centre near home, or if it's best to get away. It’s also important to find a program which is suitable for your specific needs and level of addiction. This Q&A can outline some of the questions you may have about going to rehab, and give you guidance on making the right choice.  

Is it best to go to a rehab near me or away from home?

The main reason people go to a rehab near their home is because it can be the more affordable option. However, getting away from the place where you have struggles with addiction, and any triggers, can be helpful on the journey to recovering. 

Going to rehab close to your home is advantageous for people who need to continue going to work, and value and benefit from the support of their friends and family who live close by.  

Going to a rehab further away from home is advantageous to people who have lots of negative triggers and influences in the area, do not have any financial responsibilities at home, and don’t have many options to choose from near them. 

How can I find a program that is right for my addiction?

Gathering information on the types of programmes, and which ones are best for your addiction is important. A professional can assess you to determine your level of addiction and recommend the best options.  

The key points to think about when choosing a programme are the setting, the approaches, the length and the location. The programme setting refers to what sort of location the rehab is at, and the style programme. An inpatient rehab centre provides accommodation, whilst an outpatient programme just provides therapy courses. 

The approach of the programme is looking at which types of therapy is used to combat the addiction. It can be helpful to find out which approach has been successful for people with the same or similar addiction to you. 

The programme length and location is something to think about, as is how far you’re willing to go, how long you’re willing to be there for and how much you’re willing to spend will massively impact this. 

How much does it cost to go to rehab?

If you’re a British citizen, you can get rehab treatment on the NHS. This usually only covers the therapy and treatment but will not include paying for residential rehabilitation. 

Putting a single figure down for the cost is impossible. You can expect, at an average, to be paying £1,000 a week for residential rehabilitation. If you choose the standard programme length of 28 days, then you’d be looking at a figure of around £4,000.

There will be much more expensive options available at private centres, but you don’t need to pay more than you can afford. Finding somewhere suitable that fits with your budget is always possible.