Guidance Care Center Inc
Overview
Guidance Care Center (GCC) offers 24/7 adult crisis stabilization and detox in a secure, restorative environment on the Florida Keys. As part of WestCare Foundation, this nonprofit provides medications for addiction treatment, therapy, and full wraparound support, from outpatient and school-based counseling to housing and transportation assistance. With multilingual services and same-day admissions, GCC connects people of all ages to care that supports long-term recovery and community well-being.
Ages Served
- None listed
Genders Accepted
- Female
- Male
Languages Served
- Spanish
- Sign language
- English
Treatment
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Outpatient detoxification
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Residential detoxification
- Short-term residential
Special Programs
- Court referrals
- Past trauma
- Mental health disorders
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Full Continuum of Care in the Florida Keys
Guidance Care Center (GCC) delivers comprehensive behavioral health and substance use services for children, adults, and families throughout Monroe County. Located in Marathon, this nonprofit under WestCare provides crisis stabilization, detox, outpatient therapy, and medications for addiction treatment (MAT). Multilingual staff and a sliding fee scale make care accessible to everyone, with programs designed to meet individuals where they are in their recovery journey.
Around-the-Clock Crisis and Detox Services
GCC operates a 24-hour Crisis Stabilization Unit and medically supervised detox program for adults, offering psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and immediate stabilization. The facility’s Mobile Crisis Response Team serves all of Monroe County, helping reduce hospital visits and connecting people in distress to community-based resources. Same-day and walk-in admissions ensure timely support when it’s needed most.
Integrated Treatment and Family-Based Programs
Treatment combines evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing with medications for addiction treatment (MAT) for substance use recovery. Family-centered programs, including the Family Intensive Treatment Team and Community Action Team for youth, extend care into homes and schools. GCC counselors also provide school-based prevention and behavioral health services across the Keys, helping young people access support early.
Recovery Support Beyond Treatment
GCC’s approach extends beyond clinical care to address real-life needs that shape long-term recovery. Clients have access to case management, peer mentoring, and employment readiness support. The Personal Growth Center offers psychosocial rehabilitation and community reintegration for adults with mental illness, while The Heron provides assisted living for those in recovery. As Monroe County’s designated transportation coordinator, GCC helps residents access essential services—reflecting its mission to uplift the human spirit through accessible, compassionate care.
Cost and Insurance
Insurance Accepted
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- Other Private Insurance
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Cost
$ - Low Cost Facility
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Financial Assistance
- Does not offer Free
- Does not offer Payment assistance
- Does offer Sliding fee scale
Treatment
Treatment Setting
- Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
- Outpatient detoxification
- Regular outpatient treatment
- Residential detoxification
- Short-term residential
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention support
- Substance use counseling
- Trauma-focused counseling
Additional Support and Services
- Case management support
- Help with transportation
- HIV early intervention services
- Mental health support
- Social skills training
Counseling and Education
- Family therapy
- General health education services
- Group therapy
- Hepatitis education and support
- HIV/AIDS education and support
- One-on-one counseling
- Substance use education
Transition Support
- Discharge and next steps planning
- Ongoing recovery care
- Overdose prevention and naloxone education
- Post-discharge follow-up
Testing & Pre-Treatment
- Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
- Community outreach and support
- Comprehensive health checkup
- Hepatitis B testing
- Hepatitis C testing
- Mental health assessment
- Mental health screening
- Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
- Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use assessment
- Temporary support for clients
- Testing for HIV
- Tobacco use assessment
- Tuberculosis screening
- Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
- Substance use screening
Amenities and Experiences
Activities
- Job training
- Life skills workshops
- Spiritual or faith-based services
Policies
- Allows cell phones
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Vaping allowed in designated areas
Ownership Type
- Non-profit
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