Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms

17000 NE 21st Avenue, Miami, FL 33162

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms

  • Location: Miami, FL
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Stress Management and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms

Part of Douglas Gardens Community Mental Health Center services, Golden Palms is a 36-bed residential facility for older adults with serious and persistent mental health challenges. Staff provide residential care, therapeutic recreational activities, and structured supervision in a nurturing environment, supporting individuals in daily routines that foster stability and recovery.
Licensed professionals deliver psychiatric evaluations, consultations, and medication management alongside structured therapeutic programs. Residents at Golden Palms engage in group rehabilitation, coping skills training, and relapse prevention strategies. Therapeutic recreation builds social skills and encourages independence, while structured activities help residents manage symptoms and practice strategies for improved stability in daily life.
Golden Palms offers a structured residential setting with staff oversight, meals, and snacks provided daily. Residents take part in supervised social and recreational activities that encourage connection and community. Therapeutic routines guide daily engagement, while skill-building programs strengthen independence and provide meaningful opportunities to practice functional living.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Older Adults

Amenities & Features

Lounge
Snacks

Services Offered

Mental health treatment
Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for adults
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Perphenazine Prochlorperazine Aripiprazole Brexpiprazole Clozapine IIoperidone Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Psychiatric emergency onsite services
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Community Mental Health Block Grants Medicare Medicaid Other State funds Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
Seniors or older adults Veterans Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced trauma Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Metabolic syndrome monitoring Laboratory testing
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Seniors
Spanish Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Any Chinese Language Creole French Portuguese Russian
Vaping permitted in designated area
Chronic disease/illness management Court-ordered outpatient treatment Illness management and recovery Supported housing Case management service

What to Expect at Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Individual Treatment Medical Therapeutic Community

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms offers Residential Rehab, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Stress Management. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in FL or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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