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Gateway Foundation Springfield

Aurora, IL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in Aurora, IL.

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About Gateway Foundation Springfield

Gateway Foundation was founded in 1968 and now has 16 centers in Illinois. Gateway Foundation Springfield provides intensive outpatient programs (IOP), on-site detox, and a residential program. Gateway Foundation uses evidence-based therapies and provides 12-step facilitation and individualized approaches. Clients at Springfield range in age from 17 to midlife adult men and women. Springfield treats clients who are struggling with alcohol and drug addictions and co-occurring mental health disorders. A typical length of stay is 30 days and can cost on average $25,000, and Springfield accepts most major insurances. Springfield treats clients using a wide range of therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), family therapy, group and individual therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing (MI), medication-assisted therapies, rational emotive behavior (REB), and 12-Step facilitation. Gateway Foundation is accredited by the Joint Commission.
At Gateway Foundation, clients have shared bedrooms and bathrooms. All accommodations are age and gender appropriate. Clients can enjoy the basketball court, a recreation room that has a pool table, TV, and board games, and a fitness center. Meals are provided and served buffet style in a dining room.

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.

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Contact & Location

Address

400 Mercy Ln, Aurora, IL 60506

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Facility direct line

(877) 321-7326

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gateway Foundation Springfield accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (877) 321-7326 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other IL centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Gateway Foundation Springfield offer?
Does Gateway Foundation Springfield have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Gateway Foundation Springfield use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Gateway Foundation Springfield?
Call the facility directly at (877) 321-7326 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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