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Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House

Vista, CA

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Vista, CA · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House

Choices in Recovery is a nonprofit treatment center that helps adults struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. They offer a full range of care, including detox, residential treatment, outpatient services, and sober living homes. With over 30 years of service, Choices is committed to supporting individuals and families through every step of the recovery journey.
Their approach combines evidence-based therapies with a 12-step program to support lasting recovery. Clients receive care that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and tailored to individual needs. Therapy options include group counseling, relapse prevention, and life skills training, helping clients build healthy habits and confidence as they move forward.
Clients in residential treatment live in structured, supportive homes that offer more than just shelter—they provide routine, chores, group participation, and opportunities for growth through service work, job support, and education. This helps clients rebuild their lives in a stable and caring setting.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Medications used
Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (760) 945-5290 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Choices in Recovery Center Foundation House?
Call the facility directly at (760) 945-5290 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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