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Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms

Miami, FL

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient MAT

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT center · in Miami, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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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.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

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 · Outpatient · MAT
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Seniors
Special populations
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)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Prochlorperazine, Aripiprazole, Brexpiprazole, Clozapine, IIoperidone, Lurasidone + 7 more
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency onsite services
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: 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

Contact & Location

Address

17000 NE 21st Avenue, Miami, FL 33162

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Facility direct line

(305) 945-5340

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call (305) 945-5340 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: 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).
What therapy methods does Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Douglas Gardens CHMC - Golden Palms?
Call the facility directly at (305) 945-5340 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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