St. Gregory Recovery Center

St. Gregory Recovery Center is a residential addiction treatment program in Bayard, Iowa. It has served adults since 2006 and offers medical detox, residential care and aftercare. The program doesn't follow the 12 Steps, and faith-based options are available for clients who want them.

Build New Habits With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Treatment centers on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps people change the thoughts and habits behind their substance use. Clients also take part in behavior change training, SMART Recovery groups, equine therapy and a fitness plan based on their medical history. A family program and a track for veterans are also available. Programs run longer than the typical 28 days.

Start With a Medical Check

Medical staff check each client on arrival to decide whether they need medically managed detox. This is common for people using high doses of opioids, benzodiazepines or alcohol.

Bring a Support Animal

Clients can bring a certified or emotional support dog or cat with proper paperwork. Staff review each animal's behavior and health before it's approved. If an animal can't stay, the center works with the Animal Rescue League of Iowa to foster it until treatment ends.

Stay in Semi-Private Suites

Clients live in semi-private suites in a fully wheelchair-accessible building, with everything on one level. Recreation includes basketball, disc golf, pool, ping-pong, bicycles and a workout room. A computer lab is also available.

Continue Care After Discharge

Each client leaves with a recovery plan built with their counselor. Aftercare includes 12 months of access to Trac9, a relapse prevention program, plus an alumni group. Intensive outpatient care is available at a separate location in West Des Moines. St. Gregory is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and accepts most private insurance, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Optum, United Behavioral Health and TRICARE.