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Buckelew Programs

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Sober Living Homes
Address
291 Smith Ranch Road
San Rafael, California 94903
Accredited by
CARF
Available
24/7 admissions
Buckelew Programs - drug and alcohol detox center in San Rafael, CA

About

About Buckelew Programs

Buckelew Programs is a nonprofit behavioral health agency headquartered at 3270 Kerner Boulevard in San Rafael, California, and has served the North Bay since 1970. As the largest nonprofit provider of mental health and substance use services in the region, Buckelew operates across Marin, Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino counties and is accredited by CARF International. The organization’s substance use services are anchored by the Helen Vine Recovery Center, which offers detox and residential treatment, alongside a network of sober living homes.

Buckelew’s substance use treatment programs are designed for adults navigating addiction alongside complex life circumstances. The continuum begins with medically supervised detox at Helen Vine, where clients stabilize before transitioning into residential care. Residential programs include Athena House, a women’s program serving clients who are often referred through the justice system, courts, or community partners. After residential treatment, clients can step down into Buckelew-operated sober living homes that provide structured environments while clients rebuild employment, relationships, and community ties.

Clinically, the organization blends evidence-based therapy with trauma-informed and supportive approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy anchors individual and group sessions, supplemented by family counseling, peer support, and coordinated mental health services for clients with co-occurring conditions. Buckelew explicitly serves veterans, young adults, older adults, court-referred clients, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS, with a commitment to never turning anyone away based on ability to pay.

Beyond addiction treatment, Buckelew operates the local 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, supported housing, counseling services, and parent and family programs. The organization served 1,200 clients through its substance use recovery programs and supported 600 adults with complex challenges in 2025. Programming is offered in English; the main San Rafael office can be reached at (415) 457-6964.

  • Part of North Bay's largest nonprofit behavioral health organization with comprehensive wraparound services
  • CARF-accredited medical detox with specialized dual diagnosis treatment capabilities
  • Trauma-informed withdrawal management for complex co-occurring disorders and PTSD
  • On-site sober living homes providing seamless transition from detox to structured housing
  • Serves four-county region including rural Lake and Mendocino counties with limited detox options

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Sober Living Homes
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders Alcohol Addiction Drug Addiction Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions Trauma / PTSD
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Individual Counseling Group Therapy Family Support Trauma-Informed Care
Populations
Veterans Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women Court-Referred Clients HIV/AIDS Support Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Adults with Complex Behavioral Health Needs
Languages
English
Facility
Helen Vine Recovery Center detox and residential campus Athena House women's residential program Sober living homes in Marin and Sonoma counties Service navigation across Marin, Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino

Location

Where it is

291 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, California 94903 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

Buckelew Programs' Helen Vine Recovery Center provides medically supervised detox services in San Rafael, California, serving adults requiring intensive withdrawal management. The CARF-accredited facility offers medical detox followed by residential treatment programs designed for individuals with substance use disorders and complex co-occurring conditions.

Licensed clinical staff including LMFTs and LCSWs oversee withdrawal protocols using trauma-informed approaches and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The detox center specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for clients presenting with serious mental illness alongside substance use disorders, providing integrated medical supervision throughout the withdrawal process.

Dual Diagnosis and Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment

The facility specializes in treating individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use conditions, providing integrated dual diagnosis treatment during medical detox. Clinical staff trained in trauma-informed care address PTSD, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders simultaneously through specialized withdrawal management protocols.

Buckelew's dual diagnosis approach combines medically supervised detox with psychiatric stabilization services, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care for both addiction and mental health conditions. The residential treatment program continues this integrated model beyond initial withdrawal management.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

Buckelew Programs accepts major insurance carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Anthem for medical detox and residential treatment services. Medicaid coverage is accepted, along with self-pay options for individuals without insurance benefits.

As a nonprofit organization, Buckelew offers contracted rates and works with families to determine appropriate fees for detox programs. The facility's financial counselors assist with insurance verification and payment planning for both medical detox and continuing residential treatment services.

Comprehensive Aftercare and Sober Living Support

Helen Vine Recovery Center provides sober living homes as part of Buckelew's comprehensive addiction treatment continuum. These structured housing options offer a seamless transition from medical detox and residential treatment to independent living with ongoing support.

The sober living program connects directly with Buckelew's broader mental health and addiction services, providing wraparound support for individuals completing detox treatment. This integrated approach ensures continuity of care from initial withdrawal management through long-term recovery support.

After Care

Continuing support

Sober living homes Supported housing Service navigation Community support groups Alumni and peer support

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medi-Cal Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash Sliding-Scale / Income-Based
Accreditations
CARF
Note

The program accepts private pay and contracted rates. Fees are determined

Common questions

FAQs About Buckelew Programs

What types of medical detox does Buckelew Programs provide? +
Buckelew Programs' Helen Vine Recovery Center offers medically supervised detox services followed by residential treatment. The facility specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use conditions.
Does Buckelew accept insurance for detox treatment? +
Yes, Buckelew accepts major insurance carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Anthem. Medicaid is also accepted, along with self-pay options for those without insurance coverage.
What areas does Buckelew Programs serve for detox treatment? +
Buckelew Programs serves Marin, Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino counties from their San Rafael location. As the North Bay's largest nonprofit behavioral health provider, they offer detox services to a four-county region.
What makes Buckelew's dual diagnosis treatment different? +
Buckelew specializes in treating co-occurring disorders, PTSD, and serious mental illness alongside substance use disorders. Their CARF-accredited facility uses trauma-informed approaches and licensed clinical staff trained in integrated dual diagnosis treatment protocols.
Does Buckelew offer aftercare support following detox? +
Yes, Buckelew provides sober living homes and comprehensive wraparound services as part of their treatment continuum. These services connect seamlessly with their broader mental health and addiction programs for ongoing recovery support.
What populations does Buckelew's detox center serve? +
The facility serves diverse populations including veterans, young adults, seniors, and court-ordered individuals. They specialize in treating clients with trauma, PTSD, HIV/AIDS support needs, and complex co-occurring disorders requiring specialized withdrawal management.
Is Buckelew Programs accredited for substance use treatment? +
Yes, Buckelew Programs is CARF-accredited for substance use treatment services. Founded in 1970, they operate as the North Bay's largest nonprofit provider of comprehensive mental health and addiction services.
What therapeutic approaches does Buckelew use during detox? +
Buckelew utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-informed care approaches during medical detox and residential treatment. Licensed clinical staff including LMFTs and LCSWs provide specialized interventions for complex withdrawal management cases.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Residential treatment Residential detoxification Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Medicaid
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Addiction recovery education
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