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7.7/ 10Very good
How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care1.5 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.94 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.1 / 0.6
Patient ratings use 95 Google reviews (4.3★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.
About Helping Up Mission
Located at 1029 East Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland, Helping Up Mission is a nonprofit addiction treatment program.
Care options include residential (inpatient) treatment, intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, transitional or sober living housing, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing, and Matrix Model. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine.
Payment options include government funding for people who qualify and free care (no payment accepted). Payment assistance is available; ask the facility for details. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for young adults, men, seniors or older adults, clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, and clients with HIV or AIDS.
✓Offers residential treatment: only 40 of 117 programs in Baltimore do.
Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.
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Who they serve & support services
Specialized groups
Young adults
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with HIV or AIDS
Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery support
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Counseling & education
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)
Ancillary services
Acupuncture
Case management service
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Integrated primary care services
Licensing & accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Ages accepted
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private non-profit organization
Treatment access in Baltimore city, MD
131Treatment facilities
26Offer detox
89Buprenorphine or methadone
48Offer 24-hour care
Baltimore city, MD has 131 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 568,271 residents. 26 facilities in the county list detox services. 470 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 82.7 per 100,000 residents, compared with 21.9 statewide.
Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.
Location
Address1029 East Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21202
Helping Up Mission lists the following levels of care: inpatient / residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, sober living / transitional housing, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Helping Up Mission accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Helping Up Mission accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs and no payment accepted. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.
Does Helping Up Mission offer detox?
Helping Up Mission does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.
Is Helping Up Mission accredited?
Yes. Helping Up Mission reports accreditation from CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.
Who does Helping Up Mission treat?
Helping Up Mission accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include young adults, adult men, seniors or older adults, clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, and clients with hiv or aids.
How many addiction treatment programs are in Baltimore city, MD?
Baltimore city, MD has 131 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 568,271 residents: 26 list detox services, 89 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 48 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
How does Helping Up Mission rank among rehab centers in Baltimore?
Helping Up Mission is #35 of 100 ranked programs in Baltimore in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.
What is Helping Up Mission's Google rating?
Helping Up Mission has a 4.3-star rating from 95 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.
How do I get admitted to Helping Up Mission or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Helping Up Mission directly at 410-675-7500. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Helping Up Mission. Our helpline is not affiliated with Helping Up Mission.
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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. Logo courtesy of helpingupmission.org. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Helping Up Mission.
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