Hazelden is dedicated to restoring hope, healing, and health for individuals affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Our mission is to ensure that everyone who seeks recovery can find it, and to overcome the stigma associated with addiction. We believe in treating the whole person, addressing both the illness and the individual’s dignity and respect. We are committed to the Twelve Step fellowship and strive to provide innovative and effective services.
About Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation – Plymouth
The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation campus in Plymouth, Minn. offers residential and outpatient treatment for young people ages 12 to 25 who are struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our facility also provides medically assisted detox, opioid treatment, and family support services.
Treatment & Assessment
Residential clients at Hazelden Betty Ford in Plymouth undergo a comprehensive assessment process that lasts up to five days. During this assessment, our clinicians establish an individualized treatment plan, which is typically completed within one to three months.
At the core of our residential treatment is an evidence-based, 12-step abstinence program. Treatment is highly structured and includes group therapy, educational sessions, dual diagnosis treatment, as well as various holistic activities such as animal-assisted therapy and mindfulness exercises.
Our specialized opiate treatment program, known as COR-12, combines 12-step concepts with medication-assisted treatment. One-on-one therapy is available, and we also offer a four-day family program.
Our intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and partial hospitalization programming (PHP) follow the same principles and practices as our residential treatment. Groups meet for up to 24 hours per week. Aftercare through the Hazelden network includes digital and in-person sessions.
Staff Credentials
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation – Plymouth has a 24-hour nursing staff, as well as licensed alcohol and drug counselors and master’s-level therapists. Our medical director is triple-board certified in general and adolescent psychiatry and addiction medicine.
Accommodations & Amenities
According to Minnesota state licensing data, Plymouth Hazelden has a total capacity for 107 clients, including six in detox, 67 residents ages 16 to 25, and 34 residents ages 12 to 15.
Our residents sleep four to a room in gender-specific units, each with privacy structures for each individual. In addition to art and music rooms, we provide access to an on-site gym, a rock climbing wall, and weights. Clients eat in a cafeteria-style dining hall and are expected to participate in chores. We coordinate with each teen’s home school to provide on-site schooling.
What Alumni Say
Alumni who have been polled by Best-rehabs.com have provided overall favorable feedback for Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s Plymouth facility. Some have mentioned limitations on treatment approaches, expressing that the program may be too focused on the 12-Steps or inadequate for dual diagnosis treatment.
Counseling Options: 3.3/5
Holistic Offerings: 2.8/5
Several alumni have praised the staff’s level of training and experience, describing them as friendly and supportive. They have also appreciated the facility’s cleanliness. The family program has been recognized as a strength by multiple reviewers.
Family Participation: 4.8/5
Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4/5
On Google, Hazelden Plymouth has an average rating of 3.5 out of five stars based on reviews from 16 individuals. These reviews echo the feedback provided on Best-rehabs.com, including the notion that the program is tailored towards younger clients.
What Friends & Family Say
Of the loved ones who have been polled by Best-rehabs.com, the majority have provided positive feedback for Hazelden Plymouth. Some have expressed concerns about the treatment being inflexible and not individualized. However, most agree that the cost is high but worth it.
Counseling Options: 3.6/5
Dual Diagnosis Treatment: 3.6/5
Many loved ones have commended the staff and the facility’s maintenance, although some have raised concerns in each area. One loved one has mentioned a good ratio of staff to clients as a strength.
Staff Experience and Training: 4.2/5
Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4.1/5
Both parents who have reviewed Plymouth on Google have offered positive feedback.
What Staff Say
Reviews from staff members on Indeed and Glassdoor generally agree that the “frontline” staff are dedicated to supporting clients’ recovery. However, some have reported inadequate training and concurred with the perspectives of alumni and parents regarding the facility’s preparedness to treat co-occurring mental health disorders.
Financing
Hazelden does not publish its fees online. However, financial aid is available to those who qualify, and we are in-network with an extensive list of insurance companies. The individuals polled on this matter by Best-rehabs.com have moderately approved of our facility’s cost.