Foco Saúde

Substance Use
Residential
5.0
(2)
Private Pay

Foco Saúde is a specialised therapeutic community in Portugal that supports people recovering from alcohol and substance addiction. They provide structured residential care with continuous monitoring, combining compassionate support with scientific, evidence-based treatment. For international clients, Foco Saúde also offers multilingual support in English and French, making it easier to feel understood throughout the recovery process.

Reset at Foco, Then Rebuild for Life

At Foco Saúde, treatment is built around the belief that recovery is about far more than simply stopping substance use. In their therapeutic community, clients receive coordinated care that combines individual sessions, psychiatric follow-up, group therapy, and specialised programmes. Because addiction impacts both mind and body over time, the team takes a holistic approach that helps clients understand their behaviours, manage real-world challenges, and transition back into daily life.

Reset with Portugal’s Natural Stillness

Set in the peaceful town of Vidago, Foco Saúde offers a space to breathe. Surrounded by gardens, green landscapes, and the region’s thermal waters, the setting naturally encourages calm and reflection. The accommodation is designed to feel comfortable, giving clients a safe place to settle in and focus fully on their recovery.

Maintain Connection to Recovery No Matter the Distance

At Foco Saúde, the support doesn’t end when a resident walks out the front door. For guests from Luxembourg, the transition is seamless thanks to their structured aftercare and housing programs right at home. For those traveling from other corners of the globe, the team stays closely connected, reaching out regularly to offer a familiar voice.


AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
Alameda Teixeira de Sousa 2, 5425-308 Vidago View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental healt...
Typical Program Length
90+ days
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction
Payment

Pricing and Program Length

Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Joana Lopes

Joana Lopes

Deputy Director

Ana Oliveira

Ana Oliveira

Psychologist and Technical Director

Igor Santos

Igor Santos

Monitor

Thomas Costa

Thomas Costa

Monitor

Step Away from Everything That Keeps One Stuck
Step Away from Everything That Keeps One Stuck
Choosing treatment abroad gives clients the space to reset away from daily routines, familiar triggers, and the pressure of work, family, or social expectations. In a new environment, it becomes easier to focus fully on healing and build real momentum without outside interference. Many clients also value the added privacy and anonymity that comes with travelling for care.
Restore Balance with a United Team
Restore Balance with a United Team
At Foco Saúde, clients are supported by a coordinated multidisciplinary team that includes a general practitioner, psychiatrist, psychologist, nutritionist, and specialised monitors. This united approach means physical health, mental health, emotional wellbeing, and daily structure are all addressed together. With everyone working in sync, clients benefit from a safer, more organised treatment experience.
Stabilise the Body with Detox
Stabilise the Body with Detox
Detox can sometimes be the part people fear most, but at Foco Saúde, it’s handled with professional medical support to keep clients safe and comfortable. This first stage helps the body stabilise, eases withdrawal symptoms, and gives clients the breathing room to focus on recovery without pressure or judgment.
Trade Old Habits for a New Lifestyle
Trade Old Habits for a New Lifestyle
The day at Foco Saúde begins with a sense of purpose at 7:00 AM. Between morning goals and private sessions with a psychologist, every moment builds a foundation for the next phase of healing. After deep group therapy, residents clear their heads on the tennis court or pool, rediscovering that life can be vibrant and joyful.
Care Options

Levels of Care

Everyone's recovery journey is unique. Whether it looks like residential rehab for 30 days, an outpatient program, or virtual therapy, you can find a level of care that fits your needs.
Included
Detox
Typically the initial stage of treatment for substance use, focusing on medically supervised management of withdrawal symptoms.
Included
Residential Rehab
Offering intensive care with 24/7 monitoring, residential substance use treatment is typically 30 days. Length can range from 14 to 90 days.
Not included
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Not included
Outpatient
Not Offered at This Center
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Not included
Virtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Included
Co-Occurring Mental Health
Treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders, which affect the majority of individuals diagnosed, integrates care for mental health conditions with primary substance use. Personalized care plans are crafted to effectively address each condition simultaneously, optimizing the healing process.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Alcohol
Drug Addiction
Professionals

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Men and Women
Professionals

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Personalized Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Group Therapy
Life Skills
Nutrition Counseling
Relapse Prevention Counseling

Languages

English
French
Portuguese

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction

Aftercare

Relapse Prevention Planning
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

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Amenities

Pool
Gardens
Allow Cell Phones
Internet Access

Special Considerations

Wheelchair Accessible
Pet Friendly

Activities

Swimming

Off-Site Amenities

Walking Trails

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Allowed in Designated Areas
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs €250/day.
The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Vidago, Portugal.
The typical length is 90+ days.
Yes, they offer detox.
Foco Saúde provides detox, residential and more.

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