Healing from the Inside Out: How Nutrition Supports Sobriety and Mental Wellness
If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health or addiction, you’re not alone—and help is closer than you think. Twin Falls, Idaho, offers a variety of trusted resources designed to support you on the road to recovery. Whether you’re seeking professional treatment, peer support, or immediate crisis intervention, these organizations are here to guide you every step of the way.
1. The Walker Center
The Walker Center is a leading provider of addiction recovery services in Idaho, offering both residential and outpatient programs. Their compassionate team creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual’s journey. Plus, if Spanish is your preferred language, they have Spanish-speaking counselors available in their outpatient program, ensuring that language is never a barrier to getting the help you need.
Services: Residential treatment, outpatient programs, family support, aftercare, Spanish-speaking counselors (outpatient)
Contact: call 1-800-227-4190 or visit our website here.
2. South Central Public Health District (SCPHD)
SCPHD is a great starting point for those looking to understand their mental health and addiction recovery options. While they don’t offer direct treatment, they provide education, prevention programs, and referrals to trusted treatment centers. If you’re not sure where to turn, SCPHD can point you in the right direction.
Services:
Behavioral health resources
Prevention programs
Community Counseling
Contact: call (208) 737-5900 for the Twin Falls area or email scphd@phd5.id.gov for general questions.
3. The Crisis Center of South Central Idaho
When urgent help is needed, The Crisis Center provides immediate support for individuals facing a mental health or substance use crisis. Their team focuses on short-term stabilization and connects clients with long-term treatment options, including The Walker Center, to ensure a smooth transition to ongoing care.
Services:
Crisis intervention
Stabilization
Treatment referrals
Contact: call at 208-772-7825 or email at lbayes@crisisidaho.com
4. Support Groups (AA, NA, SMART Recovery)
Peer support can be a game-changer in addiction recovery. Twin Falls offers a variety of groups, including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and SMART Recovery. These groups provide encouragement, accountability, and a sense of community to help individuals stay on track in their sobriety journey.
Services:
Peer-led support groups
12-step programs
Recovery resources
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5. Mental Health Crisis Hotline
If you or someone you know is in crisis, immediate help is available. The Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline offers 24/7 support via call or text, ensuring that no one has to face their struggles alone. This resource is a vital first step before connecting with long-term treatment programs like The Walker Center.
Contact: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text HELLO to 741741
You Are Not Alone
No matter where you are in your journey, support is available in Twin Falls. From professional treatment at The Walker Center to peer-led groups and crisis intervention, these resources are here to help you find hope, healing, and a path forward.
Don’t hesitate to reach out to us. The first step toward recovery starts with knowing you have a community ready to walk alongside you.
FAQs
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Twin Falls offers several trusted addiction recovery resources. The Walker Center provides residential, outpatient treatment and a partial-hospital program. You can also reach out to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare for referrals to treatment programs.
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If you or someone you know is in crisis, the Crisis Center of South Central Idaho provides immediate stabilization services and referrals to long-term care. You can also contact the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or texting “HELLO” to 741741 for 24/7 support.
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Yes! The Walker Center offers Spanish-speaking counselors in their outpatient program to ensure that all individuals can receive care in a language they’re comfortable with.
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Twin Falls hosts several peer-led recovery groups, including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and SMART Recovery. These groups provide ongoing support and community engagement for individuals at all stages of recovery.
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The right resource depends on your specific needs. If you’re looking for structured treatment, The Walker Center offers personalized care plans. If you need peer support, groups like AA and NA can help. For mental health support and referrals, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and South Central Public Health District provide guidance. If you’re unsure, reaching out to one of these organizations can help you find the best fit.
