- 0 residential programs within 10 miles
- 13 residential programs within 25 miles
- 33 residential programs within 50 miles
- Nassau County, New York · population 20,130
Talk with an independent helpline about residential programs near Merrick, what your insurance covers and how soon you can start. Available 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs closest to Merrick
Queens Village Committee for MH – JCAP Inc
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentElmhurst Hospital Center – Alcoholism Outpatient Clinic
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentAddiction Care Interventions – Inpatient Rehabilitation Program
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentSerendipity – John David Center
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programBASICS Inc – Franklin House
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentBronxCare Health System – Community Residence
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programOdyssey Wards Island SRR 1 – George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentVIP Community Services – Rehab Reintegration
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentUpper Manhattan Mental Health Center – ABLE Halfway House/SA
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programEducational Alliance Inc – Ctr for Recov/Well/Pride Site/Res Trt
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentBrooklyn Hospital Center – 9B Detox Unit
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programAlcohol treatmentSurfpoint Recovery LLC – Inpatient
LGBTQ program (SAMHSA)Inpatient / residentialResidential + men's programDrug treatmentEvery listing comes from the SAMHSA National Directory of Substance Use Treatment Facilities, where the facility reported offering a program or group for LGBTQ clients; ratings come from public business data. Services change, so confirm details with the program. See all residential programs in New York.
What the programs near Merrick offer
Of the 12 listed programs shown here, 9 accept private insurance, 12 offer trauma-related counseling, 12 offer cognitive behavioral therapy, 7 offer a sliding fee scale, 7 offer telehealth, 12 provide inpatient or residential care, 7 treat co-occurring mental health conditions, and 10 run a program for clients with HIV. Always confirm with the program before you go.
Levels of care within 25 miles of Merrick
Counts of residential programs that report each service to SAMHSA, out of 13 residential programs within 25 miles.
| Service | Programs |
|---|---|
| Residential treatment | 11 |
| Hospital inpatient care | 2 |
| Detox services | 4 |
| Regular outpatient | 1 |
| Trauma-related counseling | 13 |
| Telehealth | 8 |
Nearby cities to compare
| City | Distance from Merrick | Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab programs within 10 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Bellmore, NY | 1 mile | 0 |
| Freeport, NY | 2 miles | 0 |
| North Merrick, NY | 2 miles | 0 |
| Roosevelt, NY | 3 miles | 0 |
| Wantagh, NY | 3 miles | 0 |
Family, rejection and recovery
Many LGBTQ people carry experiences of family rejection or strained relationships into treatment. Research on LGBTQ young people has linked family rejection with higher rates of substance use and depression, while family acceptance is protective.
Good programs make room for chosen family and offer family sessions when they help. Our guide on family rejection and recovery covers this in more depth.
Questions worth asking
Ask how the LGBTQ group runs, whether staff have LGBTQ-specific training, how the program handles rooming, and whether partners or chosen family can join family sessions. Our checklist has more.
Outpatient and IOP options near Merrick
If you need to keep working or caring for family, outpatient care may fit. We list 92 programs within 25 miles of Merrick that report intensive outpatient, day treatment or regular outpatient services. Intensive outpatient programs usually meet several days a week, and partial hospitalization runs most of the day while you sleep at home. See LGBTQ IOP and day programs.
Cost and coverage
The cost of treatment depends mostly on the level of care, length of stay and your insurance. Residential care costs the most; outpatient therapy the least. Many programs on SAMHSA's directory accept private insurance, and some offer sliding-scale fees. See our insurance guides.
Free, confidential help finding residential programs near Merrick. Independent helpline, 24/7.
Call 866-825-1171Frequently asked questions
Are these rehabs only for gay men?
No. They report programming for LGBTQ clients and for adult men, but most serve a mixed population. Ask each one how its groups are organized.
Will my information stay private?
Federal rules (42 CFR Part 2) give substance use treatment records extra confidentiality protections beyond standard health privacy law. Ask any program how it handles your records and who can see them.
Is there gay-friendly residential rehab inside Merrick?
We don't list one inside Merrick itself, but the closest programs within driving distance are listed on this page.
Can I talk about sex and drug use in treatment?
Yes, and it helps to. If drug use has become tied to sex or dating apps, tell the program at intake so relapse prevention can address it without judgment.
More treatment options near Merrick
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Gay & Gay-Friendly Rehab in nearby cities
Bellmore, NYFreeport, NYNorth Merrick, NYRoosevelt, NYWantagh, NYNorth Bellmore, NYBaldwin, NYSeaford, NYNorth Wantagh, NYMassapequa, NYAll of New York
Guides
- Why LGBTQ-Specific Addiction Treatment Matters | LGBTQ Rehab
- Questions to Ask an LGBTQ Rehab Before You Enroll
- LGBTQ-Friendly vs LGBTQ-Specific Rehab: What's the Difference?
- Rehab for Gay and Bisexual Men: What to Look For
- LGBTQ Drug Addiction Treatment: Opioids, Meth, Cocaine and More
- Inpatient vs Outpatient LGBTQ Rehab: Which Fits You?