Medically Supervised Detox in Broomfield, Colorado
Get a strong start toward recovery with our medically supervised detox, just minutes from Denver and Boulder.
Our safe and comfortable drug and alcohol detox in Broomfield, Colorado, treats adults 18+ using compassionate, evidence-based care.
Start your detox today at our Broomfield facility near Denver and Boulder. There has never been a better time to get help than now.
Detox is the first step for many people who are ready for recovery. Living with the effects of long-term substance use disorders is painful and debilitating. Our medically supervised detox program helps you safely and comfortably stop using alcohol and drugs and prepares you for the next steps in your treatment journey.
What is a Detox Program?
Detoxification (Detox) is the process of safely allowing alcohol and certain drugs to leave the body. Detox should provide the medical supervision, services, and compassion needed to help patients become medically stable safely and comfortably. Detoxification is necessary when people have been using certain substances for an extended period of time and face painful and potentially life-threatening symptoms of sudden withdrawal.
A high-quality detox program provides the medical expertise, nursing, coaching, and non-judgmental guidance to address the serious medical condition of substance use disorder.
At Foundry Front Range in Broomfield, we meet clients where they are and help them safely detox so that they can move on to the next steps of a comprehensive recovery journey.
Broomfield is a short drive from greater Denver, Boulder, and surrounding communities, making Foundry Front Range a convenient place to find high-quality detox services close to home.
Importance of Medically Supervised Detox
Detox is one of the most physically demanding stages of addiction recovery. When the body has become dependent on alcohol or drugs, stopping suddenly can trigger withdrawal symptoms that range from deeply uncomfortable to life-threatening. Medically supervised detox ensures that you do not have to go through this process alone.
At Foundry Front Range, our medical team monitors clients around the clock, manages withdrawal symptoms with appropriate medications, and addresses any complications before they become serious.
This level of care not only keeps you safe, it makes the detox experience more comfortable, increasing the likelihood that you will complete the process and move forward into treatment.
Medically supervised detox also gives you a foundation. When your body is stabilized and supported, you are better prepared to engage with the counseling, therapy, and recovery programming that follows. Detox is not treatment on its own, but it is the essential first step that makes treatment possible.
Risks of Detoxing at Home
It may be tempting to attempt detox at home, but for many substances (particularly alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids) doing so carries serious and sometimes fatal risks. Withdrawal from alcohol and benzodiazepines can cause seizures and a condition called delirium tremens, which requires immediate medical attention.
Opioid withdrawal, while rarely fatal on its own, causes intense physical and psychological distress that makes relapse extremely likely without professional support.
Even when withdrawal symptoms appear manageable at first, they can escalate quickly and without warning.
Without medical staff present, complications can go unrecognized and untreated.
Beyond the physical risks, detoxing at home means facing withdrawal without the structure, medication support, and compassionate care that make the process survivable, and sustainable. Most people who attempt to detox alone do not complete the process, and many return to substance use simply to relieve the pain of withdrawal.
Medically supervised detox exists because detox is a medical event. At Foundry Front Range, we treat it as one.
Medically Supervised Detox Tailored to Your Needs
Our well-equipped and expertly staffed Broomfield detox units provide a comprehensive array of services to support client detoxification and other stages of addiction treatment.
Drug Detox
- Medically managing the withdrawal symptoms of long-term use of opioids, stimulants, benzodiazepines, cannabis, and other substances that lead to physiological dependency.
- Screening for medical conditions related to substance use disorder
- Compassionate counseling
- Help finding additional treatment resources
Alcohol Detox
- Around-the-clock supervision to safely help people manage alcohol use withdrawal and cravings
- Assessing for chronic liver disease (cirrhosis) and other conditions related to alcoholism
- Experienced case management
- Help finding your next steps to recovery and connection to available community resources.
Dual-Diagnosis Detox
- We provide assessment and treatment for the co-occurring mental health conditions that commonly accompany substance use disorder.
- We can provide ongoing treatment at our residential treatment center or refer detox clients to high-quality providers.
What to Expect in Our Broomfield Detox Center
Our well-equipped and expertly staffed Broomfield detox units provide a comprehensive array of services to support client detoxification and other stages of addiction treatment. A typical client stay ranges from three to five days, but the duration depends upon each client’s needs and response to treatment.
Personalized Care
- Comprehensive medical and substance use history
- Medical screenings and assessments
- Developing a personalized care plan that meets your needs for safe, supported detoxification
24/7 Monitoring & Supervision
- Our licensed nursing staff is available around the clock to monitor clients, keep them safe, and provide care.
- Skilled staff are trained to maintain a safe and supportive treatment environment.
Comfort & Compassion
- Our detox clients may be prescribed medications to make detox more comfortable and reduce substance cravings.
- Our team is mission-driven and understands that addiction is a disease, that patients deserve excellent medical care, and that recovery is possible.
- Nutrition is an important part of recovery, and clients receive nutritious and delicious meals during their stay.
Ongoing Care Planning
- Foundry Front Range offers detoxification and comprehensive residential treatment levels of care. Clinically-appropriate detox patients may transition from detox to our residential care program, or we can refer clients to a range of excellent treatment and recovery resources in their community.
Why Clients Choose Our Broomfield Detox Program
Expertise:
Our doctors, nurses, techs, and support team members are highly trained and experienced professionals. We have the skills and experience to help individuals detox safely and understand their best next steps toward lasting recovery.
Convenience:
The Foundry Front Range detox is located in Broomfield, just north of Denver. Our location affords easy and convenient access to Colorado residents in Denver, Boulder, Broomfield, Westminster, and surrounding cities and towns.
Comfortable and Private Setting:
Our modern building is on a private lot designed for peace and productivity. Clients enjoy a tranquil setting, delicious food, and comfortable rooms.
Compassion:
The Foundry Front Range detox teammembers are mission-oriented and care about each patient and their ability to achieve recovery. The organization fosters a patient-centered culture that reduces stigma and encourages healing.
Coordinated Care & Ongoing Care Planning:
Ideally, detox is the first step in a comprehensive treatment process. We help clients find the right next step, whether inpatient, PHP, or intensive outpatient (IOP). We also help clients find a range of recovery support resources.
Accessibility:
We are in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health, UnitedHealthcare, and proudly accept Medicaid.
Foundry Steamboat is accredited by The Joint Commission, licensed by the State of Colorado, and adheres to the highest quality standards.
How Our Medically-Supervised Detox Process Works
Clients typically spend three days at our Broomfield detox facility, receiving personalized, compassionate care in a safe and comfortable setting.
Assessment
Incoming clients receive full medical evaluations, including blood work, a thorough physical, an in-depth assessment to gauge and address initial withdrawal symptoms, and mental health assessments. All aspects of detoxification take place in one of our comfortable, specialized detoxification rooms.
Treatment & Stabilization
Clients receive appropriate medications, nursing care, clinical supervision, counseling, and support throughout the detoxification process. Detox services take place in a comfortable, specialized detox room. Patients receive personalized care plans to manage discomfort, anxiety, or other symptoms of withdrawal.
Discharge or Transition
Clients completing detox receive assistance and information during the discharge process for their next steps. Ideally, clients are discharged to a less acute level of care to begin comprehensive addiction treatment. No matter where a client is headed after completing detox, we help to recommend appropriate resources to meet their ongoing care needs.
We Accept Most Insurance.
Foundry Front Range is in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health, UnitedHealthcare, and proudly accepts RAE 1 & RAE 2 Medicaid. We can work with most major insurance plans.
Our Admissions Process is Simple.
We know that making the decision to get help can be challenging. So we strive to make it as easy as possible to get the help you need. Our detox units are typically available immediately. Speak confidentially with an experienced admissions team member now.
Detox Services in Broomfield Near Denver and Boulder
Foundry Front Range is situated in a modern, well-equipped, and beautifully maintained facility in Broomfield, Colorado. We are central to the communities of Westminster, Thornton, Lafayette, Louisville, and a short drive from central Denver and Boulder.
Our medically supervised detox is just 30 minutes from Denver International Airport. We are minutes from I-25 and I-70.
A safe and comfortable detox environment close to Denver, Boulder, Westminster, and surrounding communities.
Reach for Recovery Today
Our skilled team is available anytime to help you get started with safe, comfortable, medically supervised detox.
What to Bring to Detox
Knowing what to pack can make arriving at our Broomfield facility a little easier. We recommend keeping it simple, detox is a time for rest and recovery, and most of what you need will be provided.
- Clothing and Personal Items: Bring comfortable, loose-fitting clothing for a stay of three to five days, along with personal hygiene items such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, and deodorant. Slippers or comfortable shoes are also recommended.
- Medications: Bring any prescription medications you are currently taking in their original, labeled containers. Our medical team will review these during your intake assessment.
- Insurance Information: Bring your insurance card and a valid photo ID to help our admissions team verify your coverage quickly.
What to Leave at Home: To maintain a safe and supportive environment for all clients, we ask that you leave valuables, large amounts of cash, and any outside food or beverages at home. Our team will provide a full list of guidelines before you arrive.
If you have questions about what to bring, please call our admissions team at (720) 807-7867. We are happy to help you prepare.
Moving from Detox to Residential Treatment
Completing detox is a meaningful achievement, but it is the beginning of recovery, not the end. Detox clears substances from the body and stabilizes your health, but it does not address the underlying causes of addiction. Continuing into a structured treatment program is the most important next step you can take.
At Foundry Front Range, detox clients have the opportunity to transition directly into our on-site residential treatment program. Residential treatment provides a safe, structured environment where you can begin working through the emotional, behavioral, and relational dimensions of recovery through therapy, counseling, and peer support, without returning to the environment where substance use occurred.
For clients who are not candidates for residential treatment, or who prefer a different level of care, our team works to connect you with the right resources, whether that is a partial hospitalization program (PHP), an intensive outpatient program (IOP), or other community-based recovery support.
No matter where your next step leads, we will help you get there. Foundry Front Range is committed to supporting your full recovery journey, from your first day of detox to lasting wellness.
Take the First Step Today
Getting started is easier than you think. Our compassionate team is available around the clock to help you begin detox safely and comfortably.
Detox Program FAQs
How long does detox take?
The duration of drug and alcohol detox depends on the medical needs of each individual. Many clients complete detox within three to five days.
How much does detox cost?
Detox services are covered by most insurance plans. We help each patient understand any potential out-of-pocket costs that they may have to pay in addition to using insurance. Please call an admissions team member and verify your insurance information so that they can determine if there is any cost for detox services.
What happens after I complete detox?
Detox is the first step in a comprehensive treatment process. People completing detox are encouraged to continue participating in robust and comprehensive addiction treatment at a clinically indicated level of care, like residential PHP, or IOP.
How safe is drug and alcohol detox?
Medically supervised detox is a relatively safe procedure. Skilled doctors and nurses are highly trained in keeping patients safe throughout the process. Clients may be transferred by ambulance to a hospital in the event of a medical emergency.
Do you offer alcohol and drug detox in Broomfield, CO?
Yes. We offer medically supervised detoxification to adults 18+ at our Broomfield, Colorado treatment facility.
Do you have immediate availability?
Please call us at (720) 807-7867 to check our detox availability. We know that rapid access to detox is important and strive to make our detox beds available as soon as possible.
Do you provide ongoing care planning?
Yes. We provide a detailed, ongoing care plan to each client being discharged. This plan identifies the specific resources clients can access depending on their next steps after completing detox.
Can I get residential treatment after detox?
Absolutely. We offer a comprehensive, gender-specific residential treatment program on-site. Many of our residential clients started in our medically supervised detox.
How is the food in detox?
Our chef prepares delicious and nutritious meals daily. We can cater to individuals with special dietary requirements. Our menus are tailored to the needs of people seeking recovery.
What assessments and tests are offered during detox?
We use medical tests to obtain a comprehensive picture of the client’s health and inform our treatment plans.
– Thyroid function
– Blood counts
– Electrolyte levels
– Kidney function
– Liver function
– HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C
– Sexually transmitted diseases
– Screen for diabetes
– Cholesterol levels
