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TEARS Inc

1007 South Railroad Street, Phenix City, AL 36867

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Levels of care1 programOutpatient
Payment3 optionsTakes Medicaid
AgesTeens & adultsAll genders
MATNot listed
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

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State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.3 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.25 / 0.6

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About TEARS Inc

TEARS Inc provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 1007 South Railroad Street in Phenix City, Alabama. It is a nonprofit provider.

Its services include standard outpatient counseling. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, relapse prevention, and 12-step facilitation.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicaid, and cash or self-payment. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts children and adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for adolescents, young adults, women, men, and seniors or older adults.

TEARS Inc is licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Brief intervention
  • Relapse prevention
  • 12-step facilitation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceNot listed
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed

Payment assistance (check with facility for details) · Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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How TEARS Inc compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Oxford House EndurePhenix City · 2.4 mi
    2. Oxford House Phenix CityPhenix City · 2.4 mi
    3. Oxford House CheahaPhenix City · 4 mi

    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

    • Adolescents
    • Young adults
    • Adult women
    • Adult men
    • Seniors or older adults
    • Veterans
    • Active duty military
    • Members of military families

    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
    • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis

    Ancillary services

    • Case management service
    • Social skills development
    • Integrated primary care services
    Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency
    Ages acceptedChildren/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

    Treatment access in Russell County, AL

    2Treatment facilities
    0Offer detox
    0Buprenorphine or methadone
    0Offer 24-hour care

    Russell County, AL has 2 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 58,837 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first. 10 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 17 per 100,000 residents, compared with 17.8 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

    Address1007 South Railroad Street
    Phenix City, AL 36867
    Facility's own phone706-566-7233
    Websitetearsinc.org

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    Questions about TEARS Inc

    What services does TEARS Inc offer?

    TEARS Inc lists the following levels of care: outpatient. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does TEARS Inc accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, TEARS Inc accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicaid, and cash or self-payment. 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 TEARS Inc offer detox?

    TEARS Inc 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 TEARS Inc licensed?

    TEARS Inc reports licensing or certification from: State substance use treatment agency.

    Who does TEARS Inc treat?

    TEARS Inc accepts children/adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adolescents, young adults, adult women, adult men, and seniors or older adults.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Russell County, AL?

    Russell County, AL has 2 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 58,837 residents: 0 list detox services, 0 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to TEARS Inc?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Oxford House Endure (Phenix City, 2.4 miles), Oxford House Phenix City (Phenix City, 2.4 miles), and Oxford House Cheaha (Phenix City, 4 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    How do I get admitted to TEARS Inc or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact TEARS Inc directly at 706-566-7233. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be TEARS Inc. Our helpline is not affiliated with TEARS Inc.

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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 tearsinc.org. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with TEARS Inc.