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Residential Treatment · Challis, Idaho

Rainbows End Recovery Center LLC

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Outpatient Program
Address
25341 Highway 93
Challis, Idaho 83226
Accredited by
The Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Insurance accepted
1 carriers including TRICARE

About

About Rainbows End Recovery Center LLC

Rainbow’s End Recovery Center is a Joint Commission-accredited residential drug and alcohol treatment facility located at 25341 Highway 93 in Challis, Idaho, set in the mountains of central Idaho along the Salmon River. Established in 2011 as a co-ed dual-diagnosis program, Rainbow’s End provides individualized residential treatment for adults whose substance use disorders are accompanied by co-occurring psychological conditions such as PTSD, trauma, and other mental health diagnoses. The remote mountain setting is intentional: it offers a quiet, low-stimulus environment that allows residents to step out of the patterns and triggers that fuel relapse.

The clinical team is unusually credentialed for a small rural facility. Executive Director Nancy Del Colletti, BA, MA, founded the center on the principle that clients should be treated with respect and nurtured in their recovery. Medical Director Dr. Ron Ellsworth, MD, oversees medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone protocols. Facility Administrator J. Patrick O’Neal, PhD, LCPC, ACADC, holds a PhD in counselor education and supervision and is certified in addiction counseling and EMDR. Clinical Supervisor Chelsey Winkle, LCSW, CCTP, and counselor Kevin Pettus, CCS, ACADC, lead clinical care. Betty Hostetter, LPN, manages medication and night-staff medical coordination, while Mary Easterday, BS, and Kristy Armstrong, BS, support admissions and case management.

Clinically, Rainbow’s End uses an unusually broad evidence-based toolkit: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, cognitive processing therapy, internal family systems, EMDR, mindfulness-based therapies, and equine-assisted therapy. This range is deliberately matched to the trauma and dual-diagnosis population the program serves, where one-size-fits-all approaches consistently fail. Residents live in double-occupancy rooms with separate men’s and women’s residences in a homelike setting that includes a teepee, men’s house, and group lodge.

The facility accepts most private insurance including TRICARE, with self-pay options available. The clinical team explicitly serves clients regardless of economic status, race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. With a 4.4 rating across 18 Google reviews and a comprehensive published staff roster, Rainbow’s End has built a strong reputation among Idaho and Pacific Northwest dual-diagnosis patients. To begin admissions, call (208) 879-2267 or email rainbowsendrecoverycenter@gmail.com.

  • 24/7 medical supervision with on-site Medical Director Dr. Ron Ellsworth, MD
  • Joint Commission accreditation ensuring clinical quality standards for detox protocols
  • Integrated trauma treatment with EMDR and specialized PTSD programming during detox
  • Mountain location along Salmon River providing secure environment during withdrawal
  • Full continuum from medical detox through residential and outpatient programs

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Outpatient Program
Conditions
Drug Addiction Alcohol Addiction Substance Use Disorders PTSD Trauma Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Trauma-Focused CBT Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Internal Family Systems (IFS) EMDR Mindfulness-Based Therapies Equine-Assisted Therapy Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Group Therapy Individual Therapy
Populations
Adult Men Adult Women Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Trauma / PTSD Survivors LGBTQ+ Affirming
Languages
English
Facility
Mountain location on the Salmon River near Challis Double-occupancy rooms with separate men's and women's residences Teepee and men's house lodging Group room and lodge Equine therapy on site Homelike, low-stimulus environment

Location

Where it is

25341 Highway 93, Challis, Idaho 83226 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Rainbows End Recovery Center provides medically supervised detox services under the oversight of Medical Director Dr. Ron Ellsworth, MD. The facility operates 24/7 medical supervision protocols for patients undergoing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances requiring medical intervention during the detox process.

Their medical detox program addresses both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, with specialized protocols for dual diagnosis cases. Clinical staff including Licensed Practical Nurse Betty Hostetter provide continuous monitoring throughout the withdrawal management phase, ensuring patient safety during the critical early stages of treatment.

Joint Commission Accredited Detox Center

As a Joint Commission-accredited facility, Rainbows End maintains rigorous clinical standards for their detox programs and withdrawal management protocols. This accreditation ensures adherence to national safety and quality benchmarks specifically relevant to medical detox services and inpatient addiction treatment.

The accreditation covers their full range of services from medical detox through residential treatment and outpatient programming. Clinical Supervisor Chelsey Winkle, LCSW, CCTP, oversees treatment protocols that meet Joint Commission standards for addiction treatment and co-occurring disorder management.

Trauma-Informed Detox and Dual Diagnosis Treatment

The center specializes in trauma-informed care during the detox process, recognizing the connection between trauma history and substance use disorders. Their clinical team implements EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and trauma-focused CBT protocols specifically designed for patients with PTSD and trauma-related addiction issues.

Facility Administrator J. Patrick O'Neal, PhD, LCPC, ACADC, oversees integrated treatment approaches that address both addiction and underlying trauma during the medical detox phase. This dual-focus approach helps stabilize patients experiencing complex withdrawal symptoms complicated by trauma responses.

Insurance and Payment Options for Detox Services

Rainbows End accepts TRICARE insurance, private insurance plans, and self-pay arrangements for their medical detox and residential treatment programs. The facility works with insurance providers to verify coverage for medically supervised detox services and withdrawal management protocols.

Executive Director Nancy Del Colletti, BA, MA, and Executive Assistant Mary Easterday, BS, coordinate insurance verification and payment arrangements. Their experience with TRICARE makes them particularly equipped to serve military families requiring urgent detox services and addiction treatment.

After Care

Continuing support

Aftercare provider locating coordinated by nursing staff Step-down IOP available Outside appointment scheduling

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
TRICARE
Payment options
Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
The Joint Commission (JCAHO)

Common questions

FAQs About Rainbows End Recovery Center LLC

What type of medical detox services does Rainbows End provide? +
Rainbows End offers 24/7 medically supervised detox programs under the direction of Dr. Ron Ellsworth, MD. Their medical detox services address withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances requiring medical supervision. The facility provides continuous monitoring throughout the withdrawal management process.
Is Rainbows End accredited for detox and addiction treatment? +
Yes, Rainbows End Recovery Center is accredited by The Joint Commission, which sets national standards for healthcare quality and safety. This accreditation covers their medical detox programs, residential treatment, and outpatient services.
Do they treat co-occurring disorders during detox? +
The facility specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions during the detox process. They provide integrated treatment for patients with PTSD, trauma, and other mental health conditions alongside their addiction.
What insurance do they accept for medical detox? +
Rainbows End accepts TRICARE, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements. Their staff coordinates insurance verification to determine coverage for medical detox and withdrawal management services.
How long is the medical detox program? +
The length of medical detox varies based on individual needs, substance involved, and withdrawal severity. The facility operates 24/7 to provide continuous medical supervision throughout the detox process, followed by residential treatment options.
Do they provide trauma treatment during detox? +
Yes, Rainbows End incorporates trauma-informed care during the detox process, using specialized approaches like EMDR and trauma-focused CBT. Clinical Supervisor Chelsey Winkle, LCSW, CCTP, oversees trauma-specific interventions for patients with PTSD and trauma-related addiction issues.
What happens after completing medical detox? +
After medical detox, patients can transition to residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, or standard outpatient care at Rainbows End. The facility provides a full continuum of care to support continued recovery after the initial withdrawal management phase.
Can patients leave the detox program voluntarily? +
As a private treatment facility, patients generally enter detox programs voluntarily and maintain the right to leave. However, medical staff strongly advise completing the full detox process due to potential health risks associated with incomplete withdrawal management.
Where is the detox center located? +
Rainbows End Recovery Center is located at 25341 Highway 93 in Challis, Idaho, along the Salmon River. The mountain setting provides a secure, therapeutic environment removed from urban triggers during the detox and early recovery process.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Outpatient Residential treatment IOP Aftercare recovery programs Residential detoxification 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
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