Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Detox and RTC Treatment

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About Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Detox and RTC Treatment

Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Detox and RTC Treatment is a dedicated detox and residential treatment center located at 2102 University Park Blvd in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Operating 24 hours a day, the facility is structured specifically for people who need medically supervised withdrawal management and structured inpatient care — not a general outpatient clinic that also offers detox on the side. Its clinical leadership includes Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robert Ochsner, MD, positioning the program to deliver physician-directed detox protocols around the clock.

The facility provides a full continuum of care under one organization. Medical detox is the entry point for patients requiring withdrawal management, followed by Residential Treatment (RTC) for those who need continued 24-hour structure. From there, the program steps down through Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and standard Outpatient levels — allowing patients to transition through care without changing providers. Having all five levels of care in-house is a practical distinction that matters when planning treatment beyond the detox phase.

Treatment at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs addresses substance use disorders alongside mental health disorders, depression, and co-occurring conditions — recognizing that detox alone rarely resolves the full clinical picture. Treatment plans are individualized, and the center maintains small group sizes, which shapes how clinical attention is distributed across the patient population. Academic and vocational support is also built into the program, a feature particularly relevant for younger patients whose education or employment may be disrupted by treatment.

Sandstone Care Colorado Springs serves teens, young adults, adults, families, and LGBTQ+ individuals, with age-specific programming that differentiates care by life stage rather than applying a one-size model. The facility accepts private health insurance and is in network with most major insurers; Medicare and Medicaid are not accepted. The admissions team works directly with families to build a financial plan. Alumni support and continued recovery resources extend the relationship past discharge.

24-hour medical detox led by an MD Chief Medical Officer — physician oversight is built into the program structure, not an on-call afterthought
All five levels of care on one continuum: Medical Detox → RTC → PHP → IOP → Outpatient, reducing provider transitions after detox
Age-specific programming for teens, young adults, and adults — detox and residential treatment are not delivered through a single generic adult model
Small group sizes across programs, directly shaping the clinical attention available to each patient
Treats co-occurring mental health disorders and depression alongside substance use — not detox-only with a referral elsewhere for mental health

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care: Medical Detox Residential Treatment (RTC) Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Outpatient
Conditions: Substance use disorders Mental health disorders Co-occurring disorders Depression
Populations: Teens Young adults Adults Families LGBTQ+
Facility: Age-specific care Small group sizes Individualized treatment plans Academic and vocational support

Location

Where it is

2102 University Park BlvdColorado 80918 Get directions

Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management in Colorado Springs

Sandstone Care Colorado Springs operates as a dedicated detox and residential treatment center, open 24 hours a day, with medical detox as the foundation of its clinical program. Withdrawal management is not an add-on service — it is the named entry point for patients presenting with substance use disorders who require medically supervised stabilization before transitioning into further treatment.

Dr. Robert Ochsner, MD, serves as Chief Medical Officer, providing physician-level oversight to the detox program. The facility's continuous operating schedule means medical staff are available throughout the withdrawal process, not only during daytime clinic hours. For individuals or families weighing same-day admission decisions, the admissions line at (719) 249-3545 connects directly to a team that can discuss medical detox placement and insurance coverage.

Levels of Care: From Detox Through Outpatient

One practical advantage at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs is the availability of five distinct levels of care within a single provider system. After completing medical detox, patients can move into Residential Treatment (RTC), which maintains 24-hour structure for those not yet ready for a less intensive setting. The program then steps down through Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) before transitioning to standard Outpatient care.

For families navigating treatment planning, this continuum matters: it reduces the logistical and clinical disruption of transferring between facilities as a patient's needs change. Co-occurring mental health disorders, depression, and dual-diagnosis conditions are treated across the continuum — not separated from substance use care or deferred to an outside referral.

Who Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Serves

The facility serves teens, young adults, adults, families, and LGBTQ+ individuals, with age-specific programming built into the treatment model. Rather than placing all populations into a shared adult program, Sandstone Care Colorado Springs structures care around life stage — a relevant distinction for families seeking detox and residential treatment for a teenager or young adult who has different clinical and developmental needs than a middle-aged adult patient.

Academic and vocational support is included within the program, addressing the real-world disruptions that inpatient detox and residential treatment create for students and working individuals. Alumni support and continued recovery resources are available after discharge, extending the clinical relationship beyond the formal treatment episode.

Insurance and Admissions at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs

Sandstone Care Colorado Springs accepts private health insurance and is in network with most major insurers. Medicare and Medicaid are not currently accepted. The admissions team — led by Senior Vice President of Admissions Sarah Ladue, LPC, LAC — works with families to build a financial plan around available coverage and out-of-pocket considerations.

For individuals or family members making urgent placement decisions, the center can be reached at (719) 249-3545 or by email at MedRec@sandstonecare.com. The facility operates 24 hours a day, and the admissions process is designed to move quickly for patients who need medically supervised detox without delay.

After Care

Continuing support

Alumni support Continued recovery support

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options: Private health insurance
Note: In network with most major insurance; Medicare and Medicaid are not currently accepted. The admissions team helps families build a financial plan.

Common questions

FAQs About Sandstone Care Colorado Springs Detox and RTC Treatment

Does Sandstone Care Colorado Springs offer medical detox? +

Yes. Medical detox is a primary level of care at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs, and the facility operates 24 hours a day to provide continuous withdrawal management. The program is led by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robert Ochsner, MD, with physician oversight built into the clinical structure. Patients requiring medically supervised detox can contact admissions at (719) 249-3545.

What levels of care are available beyond detox? +

After medical detox, Sandstone Care Colorado Springs offers Residential Treatment (RTC), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and standard Outpatient care. All five levels are available within the same provider system, allowing patients to step down through treatment without transferring to a different facility. This continuum is particularly useful for individuals whose needs extend well past the initial detox phase.

Does the facility treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use? +

Yes. Sandstone Care Colorado Springs treats substance use disorders alongside mental health disorders, depression, and co-occurring conditions. Dual-diagnosis care is integrated into the treatment program rather than addressed through outside referrals. This applies across the facility's levels of care, from medical detox through residential and outpatient treatment.

Does Sandstone Care Colorado Springs treat teens and young adults? +

Yes. The facility serves teens, young adults, and adults, with age-specific programming that structures care by life stage. Academic and vocational support is built into the program to address disruptions caused by inpatient detox and residential treatment for younger patients. Families are also listed as a served population, and the admissions team works with families as part of the placement process.

What insurance does Sandstone Care Colorado Springs accept? +

The facility accepts private health insurance and is in network with most major insurers. Medicare and Medicaid are not currently accepted. The admissions team works with families to build a financial plan based on available coverage. For specific insurance questions, contact the facility at (719) 249-3545 or MedRec@sandstonecare.com.

Is Sandstone Care Colorado Springs open 24 hours? +

Yes, the facility operates 24 hours a day. This is directly relevant for patients entering medical detox, as withdrawal management requires continuous clinical availability. The around-the-clock schedule also means the admissions team can field urgent inquiries at any hour.

Where is Sandstone Care Colorado Springs located? +

The facility is located at 2102 University Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, in El Paso County. It can be reached by phone at (719) 249-3545 or by email at MedRec@sandstonecare.com.

Does Sandstone Care Colorado Springs serve LGBTQ+ individuals? +

Yes. LGBTQ+ individuals are explicitly listed among the populations served at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs. The facility's age-specific and population-aware programming extends to LGBTQ+ patients across its levels of care, from medical detox through residential and outpatient treatment.

What happens after completing a detox or residential program at Sandstone Care? +

Sandstone Care Colorado Springs provides alumni support and continued recovery resources following discharge. Patients who complete detox or residential treatment can step down to PHP, IOP, or outpatient care within the same system before transitioning to post-treatment alumni support. The goal is continuity rather than a hard stop at the end of a single program phase.

How do I start the admissions process for medical detox at Sandstone Care Colorado Springs? +

Admissions can be reached by phone at (719) 249-3545 or by email at MedRec@sandstonecare.com. The facility is open 24 hours, so contact can be made at any time. Senior Vice President of Admissions Sarah Ladue, LPC, LAC, oversees the admissions team, which works with families to address both clinical placement and insurance or financial planning questions.