Honestly this program helped a lot! The staff really knows thier stuff and made me feel heard most of the time. I do wish there were more LGBTQ resources. The place itself was decent (not fancy or anything) but clean. Some parts felt kinda old. Still I left feeling stronger ...
About SalusCare, Inc
At its Colonial Campus in Fort Myers, Florida, SalusCare Inc. runs a 30 bed adult drug use crisis stabilization unit and a 16 bed children’s unit. They offer safe, inpatient mental stabilization for people who need the most attention and who might endanger themselves or other people. Those receiving care here may come voluntarily and undergo an evaluation to determine their suitability for admission, or they may come via law enforcement as required by the Baker Act.
After being approved for admission, individuals go through an initial admissions process. Following completion, the patient is admitted to the unit where they will collaborate with the treatment team to stabilize the current crisis, complete a physical examination and see a psychiatrist.
Patients can engage in group activities while receiving care, and they can collaborate with a designated discharge planner to make a smooth transition back into the community. Housing arrangements, an outpatient schedule and other services deemed necessary may be part of these plans.
They are licensed by the Central Florida Behavioral Health Network Inc. They receive some funding from the Florida Department of Children and Families. The majority of their mental health and drug abuse programs are accredited by CARF.
No one is denied because they cannot afford services. Most major health insurance plans are accepted, and they offer most services on a sliding fee scale based on household income. No matter what kind of disability someone has, they offer services to everyone. Accommodations are provided upon request. They provide hope and healing to almost 16000 adults and children in Southwest Florida annually.
Latest Reviews
Liz
Reviewed on 04/25/2025
Honestly this program helped a lot! The staff really knows thier stuff and made me feel heard most of the time. I do wish there were more LGBTQ resources. The place itself was decent (not fancy or anything) but clean. Some parts felt kinda old. Still I left feeling stronger and way more grounded than when I came in.
P Diddy
Reviewed on 03/26/2025
This facility had ME sleeping in a room wit a complete stranger. The bathrooms were dirty, and towels too. The blanket felt like a huge towel, wouldn’t give u ANY change of clothes. They didn’t have a big variety of feminine products, and was really rude when i asked. I didn’t feel safe, by some of the kids in there. They had me sleeping with a blanket (towel) as a pillow.. they were judging me for my acne and saying “put some alchohal on it, then your skin will clear girl.” They were MAD disrespectful, and even tho i got to call my sister they wouldn’t let me have any privacy. When i used the bathroom they would knock on your door every 5 minutes, i was gonna be perfectly fine for a few mins to just take a COLD SHOWER. I can’t believe how rude everyone was, yes. The lights barely went off when going to bed. Doors WIIIIDE OPEN while the ladies were laughing and talking. They treated us all like LITERAL PRISONERS. I don’t recommend bringing kids there, or anyone, its dirty, unsafe, and everyone’s so mean.
Horrible is too nice!!!! Awful food, staff does not have any clothes so if your loved one messes themselves they will just have to live with it. The staff is super nice but the rest is deplorable!!!!!!
Response from the owner1 month ago
Of course, we are disappointed to hear about this frustrating experience, and we appreciate receiving this review. Feedback such as this helps us provide better service to all. We respect the confidentiality and privacy of each individual and, therefore, are unable to address specific concerns in this format. For a more specific response to your concerns raised, please feel free to reach out to us by email at info@saluscareflorida.org or call us at (239) 275-3222. Thank you. 
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient rehabs encompass multiple levels of care to facilitate clients' progress through their recovery journey. Clients who are stepping down from inpatient treatment may require intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment, which involves more frequent and substantive therapeutic interventions than does standard outpatient care. Outpatient centers typically provide extensive addiction counseling, including individual, group, and family therapy. Medication assisted treatment programs (MAT) and recovery-focused life skills training are also common in outpatient care.
Inpatient Clients typically choose inpatient rehab when they are in early recovery or are experiencing a crisis that puts them at an increased risk of relapse. They reside at the treatment center for the length of their program, which may range from two weeks to more than 18 months, depending on the program design. Intensive psychotherapy is often the primary treatment modality, but clients in inpatient care may also receive holistic treatment and recovery-focused life skills training.
Medically Assisted Detox Detoxification Services is an inpatient 29-bed facility, under the direction of a physician, and serves adults undergoing acute withdrawal from alcohol and/or drugs. Detoxification Services are available 24/7 in the only detoxification facility in Lee, Glades, and Hendry counties. Duration of care ranges from 3 to 10 days, depending upon the severity of the withdrawal symptoms. Our facility is located near a major hospital, which is available for any critical physical complications. Located at the SalusCare Evans Avenue Campus.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Stacey Cook, M.S.W., LCSW, CPNLP
President & Chief Executive Officer
Ronne Apicella, B.S.B.S.
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Zaheer Aslam, MD
Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer
Mary Gray, B.S
Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Jessica Plazewski, M.A., LMHC, MCAP, CBHCMS
Vice President & Chief Operations Officer
Debra Patterson, M.A., LMHC
Vice President, Quality Management
Michelle Sutherland
Executive Administrator
Accreditations
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(239) 275-4242 
10140 Deer Run Farms Road
Fort Myers, FL 33966
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