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Substance Use Treatment · Phoenix, AZ

Calvary Healing Center

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Outpatient Program
Address
720 East Montebello Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Accredited by
CARF
Admissions
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About

About Calvary Healing Center

Calvary Healing Center has served Phoenix’s recovery community for nearly six decades, operating from a campus at 720 East Montebello Avenue in the heart of the city. The program describes itself as built on a single premise: that effective substance use treatment must address body, mind, and spirit. That philosophy shapes how the center approaches a continuum that runs from medical detox through residential, intensive outpatient, and standard outpatient care.

The residential program is offered as a 30-day stay with two distinct tracks. A traditional 12-step pathway uses the framework familiar to most addiction recovery communities, while a parallel Christ-centered track integrates devotion, meditation, and spiritual renewal for clients who request faith-based programming. Both tracks are delivered by the same multidisciplinary staff—many of whom are themselves in recovery—and rest on a trauma-informed approach designed to address the underlying drivers of substance use rather than only the surface behaviors.

Outside the residential setting, Calvary offers detoxification with medical and emotional support during withdrawal, outpatient counseling for continuing recovery work, and a structured family program that brings loved ones into the clinical process. Telehealth services let alumni and current clients connect with counselors during travel or schedule gaps, and dual diagnosis treatment is integrated for those navigating co-occurring trauma, PTSD, or mood concerns alongside addiction.

The center is CARF accredited and accepts Medicaid, state insurance, TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements. With a population mix that includes veterans, young adults, older adults, and court-ordered referrals, plus optional faith-based programming, Calvary positions itself as a flexible community fixture for Maricopa County and the broader Phoenix metro.

  • Operating 24/7 medical detox services in Phoenix since 1964
  • CARF-accredited facility with specialized co-occurring disorder treatment
  • 30-day residential program combining medical detox with comprehensive addiction treatment
  • Serves veterans, court-ordered patients, and diverse age groups with TRICARE acceptance
  • Optional faith-based treatment integrated with clinical withdrawal management protocols

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Outpatient Program
Conditions
Substance Use Disorder Alcohol Addiction Drug Addiction Trauma / PTSD Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Individual Therapy Group Therapy Family Therapy Trauma-Informed Care 12-Step Facilitation Faith-Based / Christ-Centered Programming
Populations
Veterans Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women HIV/AIDS Support Court-Ordered Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Adults
Languages
English
Facility
Phoenix campus at 720 East Montebello Avenue 30-day residential program with traditional and Christ-centered tracks Optional faith-based programming Trauma-informed milieu Telehealth services Family programming Nearly 60 years in continuous operation

Location

Where it is

720 East Montebello Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85014 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

Calvary Healing Center operates continuous medical detox services at their Phoenix facility, providing 24-hour medically supervised withdrawal management for alcohol, opioids, and other substances. The detox center maintains round-the-clock medical supervision to ensure patient safety during the critical withdrawal phase, with individual case management coordinating each patient's detox protocol.

Their medical detox program serves as the entry point for the facility's 30-day residential treatment program. Health monitoring throughout the detox process allows clinical staff to adjust withdrawal management protocols based on individual patient responses. The Phoenix location at 720 East Montebello Avenue provides accessible medical detox services for Maricopa County residents requiring immediate intervention.

Inpatient Detox and Residential Treatment Programs

The facility combines medical detox with comprehensive residential treatment through their structured 30-day inpatient program. Following medical detox, patients transition into residential care that addresses underlying addiction issues while maintaining the medically supervised environment necessary for sustained recovery from alcohol and drug dependence.

Calvary's inpatient detox services extend beyond basic withdrawal management to include specialized treatment for co-occurring disorders and trauma/PTSD. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) forms the clinical foundation of their residential program, while optional faith-based treatment elements provide additional support for patients seeking spiritual integration during recovery.

Insurance Coverage and Patient Populations

The detox center accepts major insurance carriers including Aetna, AHCCCS, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, and TRICARE, making medical detox accessible to veterans, state insurance recipients, and privately insured patients. Medicaid acceptance ensures low-income individuals can access medically supervised withdrawal management services.

Calvary serves specialized populations including veterans requiring detox services, young adults aged 18-25, seniors needing age-appropriate medical supervision, and court-ordered individuals mandated to complete medical detox. Their dual diagnosis capabilities address patients requiring simultaneous addiction and mental health treatment during the detox and residential phases.

Continuing Care and Alumni Support

Following medical detox and residential treatment, patients can access intensive outpatient (IOP) and standard outpatient programs to maintain recovery momentum. The facility's telehealth programs extend access to continuing care services, while family programs help rebuild relationships affected by addiction.

The Life Challenge Alumni Program provides ongoing support for individuals who completed medical detox and residential treatment at Calvary. This aftercare network helps maintain connections formed during treatment while providing resources for long-term recovery maintenance in the Phoenix community.

After Care

Continuing support

Outpatient continuation Family program follow-up Telehealth check-ins

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash State Insurance
Accreditations
CARF

Common questions

FAQs About Calvary Healing Center

What medical detox services does Calvary Healing Center provide? +
Calvary provides 24-hour medical detox for alcohol, opioids, and other substances with continuous medical supervision. Their medically supervised detox includes individual case management and health monitoring throughout the withdrawal process.
How long is the medical detox program at Calvary? +
Medical detox length varies based on individual needs and substance type. The facility operates 24/7 to accommodate varying detox timelines, with their 30-day residential program beginning after medical detox completion.
Does Calvary accept insurance for medical detox services? +
Yes, Calvary accepts major insurance including Aetna, AHCCCS, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, and TRICARE. They also accept Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay for medical detox services.
Can veterans access medical detox at Calvary Healing Center? +
Yes, Calvary specifically serves veterans and accepts TRICARE insurance. The facility has experience providing medical detox and addiction treatment for veteran populations in Phoenix.
What happens after medical detox at Calvary? +
Following medical detox, patients typically transition to Calvary's 30-day residential treatment program. The facility also offers intensive outpatient (IOP) and standard outpatient programs for continuing care.
Does Calvary treat co-occurring disorders during medical detox? +
Yes, Calvary specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for patients with co-occurring mental health disorders. Their medical detox program addresses both substance withdrawal and mental health needs simultaneously.
Is Calvary's medical detox program accredited? +
Yes, Calvary Healing Center is CARF-accredited, ensuring their medical detox and treatment programs meet established quality and safety standards for addiction treatment facilities.
What makes Calvary different from other detox centers in Phoenix? +
Calvary has operated continuously since 1964, providing six decades of medical detox experience. Their 24-hour operations, CARF accreditation, and optional faith-based treatment distinguish them from other Phoenix detox facilities.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Outpatient Residential treatment Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization IOP Long-term residential Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Adult men
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