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5.3/ 10Fair
How this score breaks down
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.
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 & accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
Ages accepted
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private 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
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.
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