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One of the biggest questions that people want to know the answer to regarding rehab is ‘how much is rehab?’. The answer depends on a few different factors, including the rehab centre you choose, how long you are a patient, and whether a detox is required.
As a reference, however, at Nova Recovery, a 7-day detox starts from £4,000+. Here, we reveal more about alcohol rehab costs and drug rehab costs in Scotland.
How Much Does Residential Rehab Cost in Scotland?
Rehab in Scotland begins at roughly £4,000 and can increase to £12,000+ depending on the treatment required, whether a drug or alcohol detox is required, and how long someone stays at the rehab centre. The total cost of rehab includes medication, treatment, accommodation, therapy, food and drink, which is why residential treatment is more expensive compared to outpatient rehab.
At Nova Recovery, the average costs of rehab and detox treatment are:
- 7 days: £4,000+
- 10 days: £5,000+
- 14 days: £7,000+
- 21 days: £10,500+
- 28 days: £12,500+
If you are concerned about the cost of rehab, you could consider detoxing on your own at home first and then going to rehab later. Or, you could attend rehab on an outpatient basis, which is cheaper than residential treatment and is also available on the NHS.
However, it is important to consider the pros and cons of each type of rehab programme as well as the fact that inpatient rehab programmes typically have the highest success rates of recovery.
Outpatient Rehab vs Inpatient Rehab in Scotland
When it comes to choosing a rehab facility, there is the option of inpatient or outpatient treatment. Inpatient treatment, which starts at around £4,000 at Nova Recovery is more expensive than outpatient treatment because it requires individuals to stay onsite and provides 24/7 treatment, support, accommodation and meals. As well as this, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab centres must factor in the cost of their rent, utilities and insurance policies.
Outpatient services provide treatment at a centre in the day and individuals then return home to carry on recovering on their own. As individuals are not required to stay onsite and are only required to attend rehab for a few hours a week, the cost of outpatient rehab is cheaper. Typically, this form of rehab treatment is free or increases up to around £1,000.
While the lower cost of outpatient rehab might appeal to you, it’s important to consider whether inpatient or outpatient treatment will best suit your needs. For example, as an inpatient, you get access to around-the-clock support, advice and treatment from a team of medical professionals, mental health nurses, and counsellors.
As an outpatient, you’d be required to return home when you’re not taking part in therapy and you may have to face familiar temptations and influences.
Outpatient treatment also doesn’t come with a medically assisted detox, which is one of the biggest benefits of private inpatient treatment. This typically lasts around 7-10 days and is the process of your body getting rid of drugs or alcohol. It’s completely normal to experience several withdrawal symptoms which cannot only be painful but also dangerous. As an inpatient, you’ll be supported with medication and advice during this process.
The Cost of Alcohol Rehab in Scotland
Alcohol rehab at Nova Recovery begins from £4,000 and goes up to around £12,000 for a 28-day treatment programme. This includes detox, individual and group therapy sessions, medication and wellbeing activities. Typical treatments included in the cost are individualised therapy, behavioural therapy and counselling sessions. It also includes accommodation and meals.
Not just that but private alcohol rehab programmes have a much shorter waiting time compared to public-funded initiatives. Patients are also accepted very quickly which means you could access treatment and support within days. The cost of your rehab treatment also includes aftercare and relapse prevention advice, including aftercare support for a year after you leave the facility.
Your Rehab Options in Scotland
If you are searching for rehab in Scotland for either yourself or someone you care about, you shouldn’t let the cost get in the way of recovery. Inpatient rehab, like the treatment provided at Nova Recovery, typically offers better facilities and shorter waiting times so you can access the support you need quickly. However, if you are looking for more affordable treatment, there are a few ways you can do it.
Start by getting in touch with your chosen rehab, and explain what you’re looking for as well as your budget. They might be able to offer you a shorter treatment programme or even ask you to detox at home before attending rehab, all of which will reduce the price. You could even choose to attend rehab for the drug detox only, and then continue your recovery back at home.
In terms of paying for rehab, you could consider asking friends and family members to help you to fund your rehab treatment. Alternatively, if you have private medical insurance, it’s worth getting in touch with your provider as some do cover the costs of addiction treatment and rehab.
There are also free resources out there that help individuals to recover. This includes GP support and community support groups like Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Rehab treatment is also available on the NHS but this usually doesn’t cover inpatient treatment or private facilities. It’s important to remember that inpatient rehab will provide you with 24/7 advice, treatment and guidance which can help you to stay on the right track.
In truth, private rehab costs depend on your individual needs and circumstances which is why the best thing to do is to get in touch with the team at Nova Recovery to find the best option.
Together, we’ll come up with a treatment plan and advise on a programme that meets your budget. So, if you’d like more information about rehab in Scotland and the associated costs, either for yourself or a loved one, get in touch with our friendly and professional team today on 01475 303998.
John Gillen
- Author
- Last updated: May 14, 2024
John has travelled extensively around the world, culminating in 19 years’ experience looking at different models. He is the European pioneer of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) treatment to Europe in 2010; and recently back from the USA bringing state of the art Virtual Reality Relapse Prevention and stress reduction therapy. His passion extends to other metabolic disturbances and neurodegenerative diseases. The journey continues. In recent times, John has travelled to Russia to study and research into a new therapy photobiomudulation or systemic laser therapy working with NAD+ scientists and the very best of the medical professionals in the UK and the USA, together with Nadcell, Bionad Hospitals own select Doctors, nurses, dieticians and therapists. Johns’ passion continues to endeavour to bring to the UK and Europe new developments with NAD+ Therapy in preventive and restorative medicine and Wellness. In 2017 John Gillen was made a visiting Professor at the John Naisbitt university in Belgrade Serbia.