A Full Continuum of Age-Specific Care
Sandstone Care provides a complete pathway to recovery, with distinct programs tailored for young adults. From medical detox to outpatient and transitional living, each level of care is designed to provide the right intensity of support, ensuring a seamless and effective journey to lasting wellness.
Program Length: 5-21 Days
The first step for many, providing safe, comfortable, and medically supervised withdrawal management. The clinical team ensures clients are stable before transitioning to the next level of care.
Program Length: 30-90 Days
Clients live on-site in a home-like setting, engaging in intensive individual, group, and family therapy. This program is designed to build a strong foundation for recovery away from daily triggers. Separate programs exist for young adults.
Schedule: Multiple sessions per week
These step-down programs allow clients to reintegrate into their daily lives while receiving robust clinical support. PHP offers a full day of programming, while IOP provides a more flexible schedule, ideal for balancing recovery with work or school.
For young adults needing continued structure after residential treatment, Sandstone Care offers transitional living support in Denver. This provides a safe, sober, and accountable environment to practice recovery skills in a real-world setting.
Environment & Accommodations
Sandstone Care Residential at The Alps' facility is intentionally designed to be a peaceful mountain retreat, not a clinical institution. Clients live in home-like residential houses, fostering a small, tight-knit community of 12-24 peers. This intimate setting, with an occupancy of 8-12 clients per specific program, allows for personalized attention and strong peer support. The campus is structured but not locked, promoting personal responsibility within a safe and supervised environment.
Clients reside in comfortable houses, creating a supportive, non-clinical atmosphere conducive to healing and community building.
Clients typically share rooms to encourage peer accountability and connection. Private rooms may be available for an additional fee.
Located in the serene Boulder mountains, the setting provides a tranquil backdrop for recovery, with opportunities for hiking and nature therapy.
Policies & Requirements
While not a locked facility, clients are required to remain on-site unless on a staff-supervised outing. This ensures safety and focus on treatment.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is offered and integrated into clinical plans to support recovery and manage cravings effectively.
To accommodate clients, smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas during scheduled breaks.
Personal phones and laptops are not permitted in the residential program to encourage full engagement and peer connection.
In-person visits are not allowed. Family connection is maintained through scheduled virtual visits and integrated family therapy sessions.
To ensure a safe and sober environment for all clients and staff, random drug and alcohol screenings are conducted.
Program & Treatment
Learn about the program structure, therapy types, and treatment model.
Sandstone Care stands out with its age-specific programs for young adults, ensuring peer-appropriate care. Key differentiators include small group sizes, a high staff-to-client ratio, a multidisciplinary team, strong family involvement, and a blend of evidence-based and holistic therapies in a serene mountain setting.
The program uses a variety of evidence-based and holistic therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and somatic trauma therapy. This is complemented by holistic methods like art/music therapy, nutritional support, and physical activities such as hiking and equine therapy.
Yes, providing integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders is a core part of Sandstone Care's model. They provide combined clinical and medical support to address both issues simultaneously for more effective, long-term recovery.
Information regarding specific recovery models like 12-Step or SMART Recovery is not explicitly stated on their website. Please call the facility to confirm. Are you the owner? Claim this listing to complete your profile.
No, Sandstone Care's programs are clinically-focused and not based on a specific faith or religion.
This specific residential facility in Boulder is scheduled to open in 2025. Sandstone Care as an organization has been providing care for many years across multiple locations.
Cost & Admission
Find answers about costs, insurance, and what's required for admission.
The estimated self-pay cost for the Boulder residential program is between $36,000 and $72,000 per month. Costs vary based on the level of care and individual treatment needs. The admissions team can provide a precise quote after a free benefits verification.
Yes, Sandstone Care accepts most major private insurance plans but does not accept Medicaid or Medicare. They work with families to verify benefits in advance and maximize coverage.
Yes, the facility offers medical detox and inpatient services for 5-21 days with 24/7 medical supervision to ensure a safe and comfortable start to the recovery process.
Yes, MAT is offered as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms, supporting long-term recovery.
Daily Life & Rules
Details on living arrangements, what to bring, and facility policies.
Program length varies by individual need and level of care. Typical stays are: Residential for young adults (30-45 days), PHP (4 weeks), and IOP (12 weeks).
Clients live in comfortable, home-like houses, not a hospital. Rooms are typically shared to foster peer connection and support. Private rooms may be available for an additional fee, depending on availability.
The facility is a closed campus, meaning clients are expected to remain on-site to ensure safety and focus. However, it is not a locked facility. Clients are there voluntarily and must stay on the premises unless on a supervised outing.
Smoking/vaping is permitted in designated areas during scheduled breaks. Personal electronics like phones and laptops are not allowed in the residential program to help clients focus fully on their recovery and engage with their peers.
The admissions team provides a comprehensive packing list upon enrollment. Generally, you should bring comfortable clothing, personal hygiene items, and any prescribed medications. Leave electronics, inappropriate clothing, and non-prescribed substances at home. Are you the owner? Claim this listing to provide a detailed packing list.
Support, Staff & Community
Information on the care team, family involvement, and peer environment.
Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team that includes a Program Director, registered nurses, licensed therapists, a psychiatrist/medical provider, a family therapist, a discharge coordinator, and academic/vocational staff.
You will be in treatment with peers in your specific age group young adults 18-30. The programs are co-ed. The overall residential community is small, typically 12-24 residents total, with smaller group sizes of 8-12 for therapy sessions to ensure personalized attention.
Family involvement is a core component of the program. It includes bi-weekly individual family therapy sessions and weekly multi-family groups. To maintain focus, in-person visits are not permitted; however, virtual visits are allowed and encouraged.
Yes, Sandstone Care provides robust continuing care, including an active alumni community, outpatient aftercare programs that can last up to 150 days, connections to community resources, and ongoing virtual family support groups to help maintain long-term recovery.
Payment & Cost Information
Insurance Accepted
Sandstone Care is in-network with most major private insurance plans to help cover the cost of treatment. They do not accept Medicaid or Medicare. Contact their admissions team for a free, confidential benefits check.
Self-Pay Estimates
For clients paying out-of-pocket, the following is an estimate for a 30-45 day residential stay. Please call to confirm exact pricing and discuss payment options.
- Residential (30-45 days):$36,000 - $72,000
Accepted Private Insurance Providers May Include:
This is a partial list. The best way to confirm coverage is to contact their admissions team.
Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
ComPsych
First Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
MultiPlan
Optum
And Many More
