Alcohol Detox & Rehab Near Denver, Colorado
Safe alcohol detox and the treatment that comes after it
- 24/7 medically supervised withdrawal
- Residential care on the same Morrison campus
- PHP and IOP in Lakewood, built around work
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Licenses and accreditations
Measured outcomes46% improvement in overall recovery after 4 weeks of treatment, compared with a 37% national average (TRAC9, 2025). See all five outcome measures.
When drinking has moved past "cutting back"
Alcohol use disorder means being unable to stop drinking even when you want to. Over time alcohol changes the brain's chemistry, making cravings harder to resist and bringing on withdrawal when you stop. Because drinking is legal and social, it's easy to hide or overlook, and it tends to get worse over time. Many people know this slide, and the way back out, from the Jellinek curve of alcohol addiction and recovery.
Whether you're the one drinking or a worried relative, two or more of these signs in the past year can point to a drinking problem. Read is it still social drinking if you drink every day? and why high-functioning drinking is still dangerous.
- Drinking more, or for longer, than you meant to
- Wanting to cut down, or trying and failing
- Spending a lot of time drinking or recovering from it
- Cravings or a strong urge to drink
- Falling behind at work, school or home
- Drinking despite problems with family or friends
- Drinking in risky situations, like before driving
- Drinking despite health problems it's causing
- Needing more to feel the same effect
- Shakes, sweats or anxiety when you stop
- BrainMemory problems and alcohol-related dementia (wet brain)
- MoodDepression and anxiety
- HeartHigh blood pressure and heart disease
- LiverLiver damage
- StomachUlcers and pancreatitis
- Immune systemA weaker defence against illness
- CancerA higher risk of several cancers
- NervesNerve damage, numbness and pain
- InjuriesFalls, burns and drunk-driving crashes
- LifeLegal, work and relationship problems
Alcohol detox at our Morrison campus
Drinking every day for a long time makes your body physically dependent on alcohol. Stopping suddenly can bring on dangerous withdrawal, including seizures and delirium, so for heavy drinkers stopping alone isn't safe. Medical detox makes withdrawal as safe and comfortable as possible. Read about our medical detox program.
Thinking of detoxing at home? Read can you detox from alcohol at home? and the alcohol withdrawal symptoms to watch for, then talk to us first.
- Medical assessmentOur medical team reviews your drinking, health and history on arrival and plans your withdrawal care.
- 24/7 monitoringNurses check on you around the clock, watching for warning signs and adjusting your care.
- Comfort medicationWhen medically appropriate, medication eases symptoms and lowers the risk of complications.
- Straight into residentialOnce you're stable, you move into residential treatment on the same campus, without a gap.
Alcohol detox usually takes several days to about a week and a half. Then you move into residential care; see what comes after detox.
Alcohol rehab after detox
Detox treats the withdrawal; rehab treats the drinking. Every step uses CBT, DBT, group, individual and family therapy, life skills, 12-step support and time outdoors. See all our levels of care and other substances we treat.
- MorrisonMedical detoxSafe, supervised alcohol withdrawal with 24/7 nursing.
- MorrisonResidentialUsually 2 to 4 weeks at Basecamp, our 7-acre campus in the foothills, with meals from our on-site chef.
- LakewoodPHPFull days of therapy in Lakewood while you rebuild routines without drinking.
- Lakewood or onlineIOPRelapse prevention and support around work and family, in person or online.
- LakewoodAscent sober livingAn alcohol-free home with structure while you attend PHP or IOP.
After detox and residential care, IOP runs 9 to 12 hours a week around your job. FMLA can protect your job during inpatient care. Work and FMLA
Alcohol with benzodiazepines is a dangerous mix, especially in withdrawal. One plan covers both. Alcohol and benzos
Drinking is often tied to pain, stress or untreated depression or anxiety. Treating one without the other makes both worse, so we treat them together, along with trauma, chronic stress, bipolar disorder, personality and attention disorders, and other drugs you use. Dual diagnosis
Inpatient alcohol treatment at Basecamp
Basecamp is our residential program on a 7-acre campus in the Front Range foothills, away from the stress and triggers of daily life. Most stays last two to four weeks, then you step down to outpatient care. Read about residential treatment.
- 24/7 supervisionSafety and stability through detox and inpatient care.
- Meals from our on-site chefNutritious food while your body recovers.
- Individual and group therapyClinical and holistic care, every day.
- Aftercare planningWith a licensed case manager, before you leave.
- Medication when neededTo stabilize withdrawal and mental health.
- Gender-specific roomsIn a safe, co-ed treatment setting.
- Trauma-informed staffA team committed to your recovery.
- LGBTQIA+ affirmingInclusive, respectful care for everyone.
Recovery doesn't end when treatment does. Relapse prevention is part of every program, so you're ready for a world that celebrates drinking, and our alumni community, support groups and 12-step connections keep you supported long after. Wherever you go after treatment, you're part of the Red Rock community. Many of our clinicians are in recovery themselves. Aftercare and alumni
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Insurance for alcohol detox and rehab
In network with these plans. Admissions confirms your benefits before you come in.
Admissions will call you to go over your coverage, usually within minutes during admissions hours. If it's urgent, call (720) 807-9847.
Where alcohol treatment happens
Alcohol detox and residential treatment are on our Morrison campus in the foothills. PHP, IOP and Ascent sober living are in Lakewood.
9189 S Turkey Creek Rd
Morrison, CO 80465
Medical detox and residential treatment, at our Morrison campus.
8805 W 14th Ave #200
Lakewood, CO 80215
PHP, IOP and Ascent sober living, at our Lakewood center.
What clients and families say
I spent 33 days at base camp And was able to detox And learn about my disease and the skills I need to keep moving forward. I am currently In my 2nd month at IOP in Lakewood I love the meetings and the community It has been so helpful and I would recommend it to anybody
I've struggled a few times through the last couple years. Red Rock has been consistent and caring with my recovery. I 100% recommend anyone struggling for the care and focus they provide. Plus the after-program care is top notch
If your loved one is facing addiction, this is the place to be. The entire staff is professional and caring. My son is now in a Red Rocks sober living facility and has been drug and alcohol free for almost three weeks. He is excited about being apart of this program and is embracing his sobriety.
Bre my case worker was amazing in finding me help after treatment . The whole staff was caring and understanding during a hard time . So thankful for all them ! !
This was my first time getting help for my addictions. I learned a lot from group sessions and really appreciated the schedule and staff. I’ve taken a lot of things I’ve learned from base camp with me after. I would 100% recommend Red Rocks to anyone struggling with addiction.
I decided that I couldn’t handle my addiction on my own and contacted Red Rock Recovery Center. They changed my life. From day one, I realized I was in a place where I was genuinely being cared for, by both the staff and the other people in my group. They offer peer support groups and endless sober meetups after you graduate. You’re never left alone. You’re provided with every resource imaginable and are supported for the rest of your life. I’m beyond thankful for RRRC, for their care and for their never ending support. You’re not alone out there. Promise. There is a community out there committed to your wellbeing.
Red Rock has a solid foundation w people who actually care about others at the core of it. I’m extremely grateful to the staff and community of this place and I will always talk highly about the program and most of the therapists. 10/10 would recommend
Absolutely life changing. My kids will never have to live with a drunk mommy and I feel so in control of my own life decisions now that I’m sober. I’m so grateful that I get to live a sober life for and with my children
Questions about alcohol detox and rehab
Every call is 100% confidential. Admissions can verify your insurance, answer questions and start the process today.
Is it dangerous to quit drinking cold turkey?
For heavy daily drinkers, it can be. Alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures and delirium tremens (DTs), which can be life-threatening, so stopping suddenly without medical care isn't safe for everyone. Medical supervision is the safe way to stop. Read about our medical detox program on our Morrison campus.
How long is alcohol detox?
Alcohol detox usually takes several days to about a week and a half, depending on how much and how long you've been drinking and your health. Our medical team tells you what to expect once you've been assessed. Detox is followed by residential treatment; compare all our levels of care.
Do I need detox, or can I go straight to rehab?
Admissions asks about your drinking on the first call. If withdrawal is likely, you start in medical detox and move straight into residential treatment on the same campus. If it isn't, you may start in residential care or an outpatient program. You can start admissions by phone, any day of the week.
Will I get medication for withdrawal?
Yes, when it's medically appropriate. Our medical team uses medication to keep you safe and more comfortable during alcohol withdrawal, and reviews it as your body adjusts. Some clients also use medication to support recovery after detox. Read about medication-assisted treatment at Red Rock.
How long is alcohol rehab?
Residential treatment usually lasts about 2 to 4 weeks, based on your progress rather than a fixed date. Most clients then step down to PHP and IOP in Lakewood, and many live at Ascent sober living while they do. Read more about residential treatment and what a day looks like.
I drink every day but still work. Do I need treatment?
Daily drinking, especially with shakes, sweats or anxiety when you stop, is a good reason to talk to admissions, even if work hasn't suffered yet. After detox, outpatient care can fit around your job: our intensive outpatient program runs 9 to 12 hours a week, and FMLA can protect your job during inpatient care.
Does IOP count toward a DUI requirement?
It may, depending on what the court or the state requires in your case. Admissions can talk through your requirements on the first call, and our intensive outpatient program page covers DUI and court questions in more detail.
Does insurance cover alcohol rehab?
We're in network with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, UMR and TRICARE. Coverage depends on your plan and level of care. Admissions checks your benefits before you come in, or you can verify your insurance.
Does Medicaid cover alcohol detox?
Health First Colorado (Medicaid) can cover our medical detox and our outpatient programs, PHP and IOP, but not residential treatment. If you have Medicaid, admissions can explain your options on the first call. See our insurance details.
What is wet brain?
Wet brain is the common name for Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, a brain disorder linked to heavy drinking and a lack of thiamine (vitamin B1) that causes confusion and memory problems. It needs medical care. Our post on wet brain signs, symptoms and treatment explains more.
Can my family be involved?
Yes, with your consent. Your loved ones can join family sessions with your therapist and a weekly online family group, and your therapist keeps them updated if you agree. Many calls about alcohol come from family. Read about family therapy at Red Rock.