Mills Peninsula Health Services Behavioral Health Department

Mills Peninsula Health Services provides medically supervised detox within their hospital-based addiction treatment center. This medical detox program offers 24/7 medical support for individuals experiencing withdrawal from alcohol, drugs, and other substances, ensuring safety during the acute phase of recovery.

The hospital setting allows for comprehensive medical monitoring and intervention when complications arise during withdrawal. Patients benefit from immediate access to medical professionals experienced in addiction medicine, making this program particularly valuable for individuals with complex medical histories or severe substance use disorders requiring intensive medical oversight.

The outpatient program at Mills Peninsula serves as a bridge between medical detox and long-term recovery, offering structured treatment while allowing patients to maintain work, family, and community connections. Operating Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM, the program accommodates diverse schedules and life circumstances.

Treatment addresses alcohol use disorders, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions through their dual diagnosis approach. The program's flexibility allows individuals to step down from residential treatment or begin their recovery journey in an outpatient setting while building the foundation for sustained sobriety within their home environment.

Mills Peninsula operates a certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP), providing specialized care for individuals struggling with opioid addiction. This certification allows the facility to offer comprehensive opioid treatment including medication-assisted treatment options within their medical framework.

The OTP serves as a crucial resource for San Mateo County's recovery community, offering clinical approaches to opioid addiction treatment. Patients receive ongoing medical supervision and support as they navigate recovery from opioid dependence, with the program's medical setting ensuring appropriate monitoring and adjustment of treatment protocols.

Mills Peninsula's hospital-based approach creates natural pathways to continuing care within the broader San Mateo healthcare system. The facility's focus on dual diagnosis treatment ensures individuals with co-occurring disorders receive integrated care addressing both addiction and mental health needs simultaneously.

The program's diverse population focus - including veterans, pregnant women, seniors, and young adults - creates a recovery community that reflects the broader San Mateo area demographics. Court-ordered participants and individuals with trauma histories find specialized support within this medical setting, establishing connections that extend beyond formal treatment completion.