We list 17 rehabs for seniors in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data. Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
Seniors: the basics
Rehab for seniors is addiction treatment adapted for older adults, who often face alcohol or prescription drug problems alongside chronic health conditions, multiple medications, grief and isolation. Age-specific programs move at a gentler pace and coordinate closely with medical care. Medicare covers many substance use services, including inpatient hospital care, outpatient counseling and opioid treatment programs. Read the full guide →
2026 rankings
Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicare, and TRICARE.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance and self-pay.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Supervised detoxCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Best for: Residential treatmentCARFCOA
Why it made our list: CARF, COA, and NCQA accredited; offers residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid and sliding-scale fees.
Best for: Supervised detoxCOA
Why it made our list: COA accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Best for: Residential treatmentCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid and self-pay.
Best for: Low-cost outpatient careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers outpatient care and dual diagnosis care; accepts self-pay and sliding-scale fees.
San Diego, CA 92129
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
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San Diego, CA 92123
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more
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San Diego, CA 92109
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92102
CARF · COA · NCQA accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Sliding scale · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92103
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicare · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92108
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92111
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92105
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Sliding scale +1 more
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San Diego, CA 92115
COA accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92102
COA accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92102
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicare · Sliding scale
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92105
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Self-pay +2 more
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San Diego, CA 92113
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92105
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92108
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · Sliding scale
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
San Diego, CA 92105
Levels of care
Payment accepted
State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
We list 17 rehabs for seniors in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
Look for state licensing and accreditation (The Joint Commission or CARF), the right level of care for your needs, evidence-based therapies, and insurance compatibility. Read our guide to choosing a rehab or call (833) 589-6933 to talk it through.
Most private plans and Medicaid cover substance use treatment when it's medically necessary, but benefits vary by plan and network. Call (833) 589-6933 for a free, confidential benefits check.
Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.
