Skip to content

Connections Tucson

Lemon Grove, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Dual Dx

Inpatient · Dual Dx center · in Lemon Grove, CA · Accepts Medicaid.

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

Direct line to Connections Tucson: (520) 301-2400

Email X/Twitter Facebook

About Connections Tucson

Connections Tucson is a crisis treatment center in Tucson, Arizona. As part of Connections Health Solutions, they specialize in providing immediate access to behavioral health crisis care. Their mission is to offer compassionate, person-centered treatment to individuals experiencing mental health crises, ensuring that each person receives the care and support needed to begin their path to recovery.
The center provides a comprehensive range of services, including a walk-in mental health clinic, a 23-hour observation unit for rapid assessment and stabilization, extended stabilization units for individuals requiring longer treatment, and outpatient recovery services through their outpatient recovery program. These services are designed to address various behavioral health or substance use emergencies, facilitating a seamless journey toward recovery.
The center is equipped to support a high volume of individuals each year, helping to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and ease pressure on the judicial system. Recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, their treatment model is considered a national best practice for behavioral health care.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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
Inpatient · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
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; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

2049 Skyline Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Get directions →

Facility direct line

(520) 301-2400

Photos

Connections Tucson — photo Connections Tucson — photo Connections Tucson — photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Connections Tucson accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Connections Tucson accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (520) 301-2400 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Connections Tucson offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Connections Tucson have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does Connections Tucson use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Connections Tucson?
Call the facility directly at (520) 301-2400 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.

Was this facility page helpful?

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.

24/7 Helpline +1 (205) 973-2878