Delaware · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Milford, DE
If you live in Milford, Delaware and are looking for methadone treatment, there are 3 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles. The closest one is 0.6 miles away, which means care may be very close to home. This page is designed to help you learn more about local options for opioid use disorder care, so you can take the next step at your own pace.
Clinics by distance from Milford
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Milford city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Milford
3 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 0.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Banyan Delaware
21 West Clarke Avenue, Suite 4001
Milford, DE 19963- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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2 1.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Brandywine Counseling and
769 East Masten Circle, Suite 115
Milford, DE 19963- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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3 8.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Coras Wellness and Behavioral Health
1-11 East Street, Suite AA
Harrington, DE 19952- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 3
- to the nearest program
- 0.6 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 3
- also offer buprenorphine
- 3
- people in Milford
- 11,190
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 53
What methadone treatment is
As a medication, methadone works by attaching to the same receptors in the brain that opioids like heroin and prescription painkillers target. Because it acts slowly and lasts much longer, people in treatment can stabilize, hold jobs, and participate in counseling. Clinics in Milford dispense it in measured doses as part of a structured program licensed in Delaware.
Your first visit
Starting at a methadone clinic in Milford begins with an orientation and medical assessment. The intake process verifies identity, reviews health history, and screens for factors that could affect treatment. A doctor typically determines the initial dose after reviewing the evaluation. Patients should treat this first appointment as an important step and arrive with time set aside for it.
Paying for methadone in Delaware
Before starting treatment in Milford, it helps to understand how clinics charge for methadone services. Common costs include daily dosing fees and additional charges for counseling. Some Delaware clinics accept Medicaid or private insurance, which can lower expenses. Calling ahead to confirm payment policies can help you plan your budget for treatment.
Take-home doses
The amount of medication a patient may take home grows over time. Federal rules allow up to a week of doses during the first two weeks, up to two weeks of doses from day fifteen, and up to four weeks from day thirty-one. Approval depends on the clinic's judgment and the patient's circumstances.
Choosing a clinic
Take-home dosing follows a schedule set by federal regulations and the clinic's medical director. Patients who remain stable in treatment may gradually earn more take-home doses. Policies differ between clinics, so ask about the criteria used in Milford.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- What happens if I miss a dose one day?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
Methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone compared
All three are FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder. A clinician helps decide which fits.
| Medication | How it is taken | Where you get it | Daily clinic visits | Who prescribes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methadone | Liquid, tablet or dissolvable wafer by mouth, once a day | Only at a certified opioid treatment program | Usually yes at first; federal rules allow take-home doses from early in treatment at the clinic's discretion | The program's medical staff, under federal treatment program rules |
| Buprenorphine | Film or tablet under the tongue daily, or a weekly or monthly injection | A pharmacy with a prescription, a doctor's office, or a treatment program | Usually no | Any clinician whose DEA registration covers Schedule III medications |
| Naltrexone | Monthly injection (extended-release) or a daily tablet | Injection at a clinic or doctor's office; tablets from a pharmacy | No; you must be off opioids for 7 to 10 days before starting | Any licensed prescriber |
Treatment in Delaware
- certified programs listed in Delaware
- 20
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 100%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Newark, DE9 programs
- Frederica, DE5 programs
- Cheswold, DE4 programs
- Claymont, DE3 programs
- Georgetown, DE3 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Milford
How many methadone treatment programs are near Milford, DE?
3 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Milford, DE; 3 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Milford?
Banyan Delaware is the closest listed clinic, 0.6 miles from Milford by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Milford accept Medicaid?
3 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Milford also offer buprenorphine?
3 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Milford itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Milford.