Accreditation
- Joint Commission Accredited, LegitScript Approval
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage is part of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and is widely recognized for its comprehensive addiction treatment programs and long-standing alumni support network. Founded in 1982 by former First Lady Betty Ford—who publicly shared her own recovery journey—the organization was built on the belief that addiction is treatable with compassionate, structured care. The Rancho Mirage location delivers personalized treatment plans that integrate evidence-based therapies, holistic practices, and 12-Step principles to support long-term recovery.
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage offers multiple levels of care designed to meet clients where they are in their recovery process. Available programs include residential treatment, outpatient services, intensive outpatient programming (IOP), virtual outpatient care, professional-focused treatment tracks, and access to sober living options.
Treatment is guided by a multidisciplinary clinical team that includes physicians, psychiatrists, and licensed therapists. Care combines 12-Step facilitation with evidence-based therapeutic approaches, along with spiritual and wellness-focused activities that support overall health. Specialized treatment tracks address unique needs such as addiction and chronic pain, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ care, family and children’s programming, and gender-specific treatment. Animal-assisted therapy is also incorporated, helping clients find comfort and emotional connection during treatment.
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage emphasizes continuity of care through structured aftercare planning, alumni engagement, and nearby sober living resources. Family involvement is encouraged, with opportunities for visitation and participation in the recovery process when appropriate.
The center is located on a spacious campus near Palm Springs, California, featuring mountain views, landscaped grounds, a lake, swimming pool, and fitness facilities that promote healing and balance. Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage is accredited by The Joint Commission, monitored by LegitScript, and is a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP), reflecting its commitment to clinical excellence and ethical standards.
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage's treatment focuses on substance use disorders, with particular emphasis on opioid and alcohol dependency alongside co-occurring mental health conditions.
ADHD, ADD
Alcohol
Anger
Anxiety
Benzodiazepines
Bipolar
Chronic Pain Management
Co-Occurring Disorders
Cocaine
Codependency
Depression
Drug Addiction
Ecstasy
Gambling
Gaming
Heroin
Internet Addiction
Marijuana
Methamphetamine
Opioids
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Prescription Drugs
Sex Addiction
Shopping Addiction
Synthetic Drugs
Trauma
Pornography Addiction
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage accepts adults of any gender, with therapy groups at the facility typically mixed rather than gender-separated.
Men
Women
Men and Women
Executives
Clients at Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage can move between levels of care as needed starting in residential or day treatment and stepping down to IOP or outpatient without leaving the facility.
Outpatient
Residential
Intensive Outpatient Program
Day Treatment
Detox
Virtual & In-Home Care
Co-Occurring Mental Health
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage's clinical team combines evidence-based therapy with trauma-informed and holistic practices, tailoring treatment plans to each client's history and needs.
Minnesota Model
Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Twelve Step
Recovery support at Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage continues after program completion through an active alumni network, including regular reunions and social get-togethers.
1-on-1 Counseling
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Animal Therapy
Canine Therapy
Meditation & Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing and Enhancement Therapy (MET)
Psychoeducation
Relapse Prevention Counseling
Spiritual Care
Yoga
Recovery support at Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage continues after program completion through an active alumni network, including regular reunions and social get-togethers.
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Outpatient Treatment
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Support Meetings
Support Meetings (on-site)
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage's campus includes indoor and outdoor spaces designed for both structure and downtime, from a fitness center and pool to walking trails and private bedroom options.
Access to Nature
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Fitness Center
Gardens
Gourmet Dining
Luxury
Outdoor Lounge
Pool
Private or Shared Rooms
Walking Trails
Library
Volleyball Court
Daily life at Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage includes a mix of peer support and physical activity, with clients regularly attending AA/NA meetings alongside yoga, fitness, and swimming.
AA/NA Meetings
Physical Fitness
Swimming
Martial Arts
Water Activities
Betty Ford Center Rancho Mirage's facility is wheelchair accessible, supporting clients with mobility needs throughout treatment.
Gender-specific groups
Center Pets
Couples program
Executive Program
LGBTQ group
Family Program
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Last reviewed: February 2026