Recovery Centers of America at St. Charles
Bringing World-Class Drug Addiction Treatment to Northern Illinois
Drug addiction treatment works and substance abuse recovery is possible. The tens of thousands of happy, healthy individuals who began their journeys at Recovery Centers of America are the living proof. We hope you give yourself a chance, because you deserve a life in recovery. The team at Recovery Centers of America at St. Charles is here to guide, inspire and support you as you leave behind your addiction to alcohol, heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, Xanax, meth or other addictive substances, and begin a new way of life.
Recovery Centers of America at St. Charles is setting a new standard for addiction treatment in the Chicago metropolitan area. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to treatment, so you will receive a care plan specially tailored to your needs.
Our approach is innovative, founded on science, and delivered with compassion and respect. We will be by your side through the full continuum of care, inclusive of:
*In-person outpatient services are offered at our nearby South Elgin location.
We tailor your addiction treatment to your needs
We threw out the one-size-fits-all approach to addiction treatment, so you can get the individualized care you need and deserve.

Find Lasting Sobriety At Our Beautiful Northern Illinois Campus
Our campus includes eight residential cottages, a full-sized gymnasium, cafeteria and administration building—all situated on 125 acres of beautiful property including a fishing pond and outdoor recreation areas. While going through inpatient substance abuse treatment at RCA at St. Charles, patients enjoy comfortable accommodations and the peace that comes from getting away from it all.
You can rest assured you will feel comfortable during your stay, enjoying accommodations including:
- Cottages segmented by gender and treatment focus
- Comfortable semi-private rooms with full-size beds, individual bathrooms and flat-screen TVs
- State-of-the-art exercise equipment in our modern gym and wellness center
- Nutritious homemade meals made from fresh foods and served by our friendly dining staff
Each of our residential cottages consist of all the resources you need, from our comfortable rooms and community lounge, to dedicated therapists, nurses and recovery support specialists who will support you throughout your stay, one day at a time. And, because our residential cottages are segmented by gender and treatment focus, our patients say they feel safe, comfortable and supported as they recover alongside a close-knit community of peers.
Rest assured you will be comfortable during your stay, enjoying our 5-star accommodations.
Address the disease of addiction holistically
The disease of addiction affects the body, mind and spirit. Through our comprehensive approach to treating addiction, our team will help you address all aspects of the disease so you can restore your physical, spiritual and mental health.
- Biopsychosocial, Medical & Psychiatric Evaluations
- Specialized Therapy for Co-Occurring Disorders
- Individual Therapy Sessions
- Group Therapy Sessions
- Family Services
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Psychiatric Care
- 24/7 Medical Supervision
- Immersive 12-Step Programming
- Interactive, Skill-Based Workshops
- Mindfulness Exercises
- Diet, Nutrition, & Wellness Coaching
We’re here for you
Our caring and expert team will be by your side
Our goal is to ensure you feel safe, respected and comfortable while you are in our care—so you can focus solely on the most important thing: your recovery. As you begin your journey at our facility, you can expect to be treated with dignity, respect and compassion by our masters-level clinicians and experienced staff—many of whom are in recovery themselves and know what it’s like to be in your shoes.
We will go the extra mile so you can access the care you deserve, today
The team at Recovery Centers of America is here to support you every step of the way, answering any questions you may have about treatment and helping you access the care you deserve.
We’re ready and willing to knock down barriers that stand in the way of you getting the help you need. Here are some of the ways:
Insurance plans are accepted so treatment is affordable and accessible
We are in-network with many insurance providers. If you don’t see your insurance provider listed, call us to confirm whether we take your insurance and to discuss options.
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Family support
Because addiction affects the whole family, the recovery process should include them, too. Our variety of family services help you and your family heal and grow together.

Intervention services
With a 90% success rate at getting a loved one into treatment, our Certified Intervention Professionals work with you to build a team and to deliver a clear-cut plan to help your loved one.

Alumni program
When you leave RCA, it’s important you know there is a community to support the next steps of your journey. Succeed, belong, and get into service through the resources the Alumni Association has to offer.
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