Drug & Alcohol Rehab Serving People in Cork
Inpatient rehab centre near Dublin
This page outlines the services that Smarmore Castle private rehab clinic offers to those searching for “rehab Cork”, “alcohol rehab Cork”, “drug rehab Cork”, “addiction counselling Cork”, “addiction centre Cork”, “addiction clinic Cork” or “gambling addiction help Cork”, as well as those considering options beyond local drug, alcohol and gambling addiction rehabs.We regularly welcome private patients from Cork to our residential addiction treatment programme, and we can arrange sober transport services from Cork to bring you safely to our rehab.
Our treatment programme is covered by VHI, and individuals under the care of the HSE in Cork may be referred for inpatient addiction treatment to Smarmore Castle. After completing residential treatment, we offer ongoing aftercare and addiction counselling online from your home in Cork.
There are also various free alcohol and drug treatment services in Cork, and this page includes information about additional support options available locally.
Why choose Smarmore Castle for rehab serving Cork?
- Private residential rehab serving Cork
- Medically managed detox for alcohol, drugs and prescription medication
- Specialist treatment for gambling addiction
- Consultant Psychiatrist-led multidisciplinary team
- 30 years of clinically proven treatment expertise
- Accredited standards of clinical governance
- Covered by VHI and referrals accepted from HSE services
- Online aftercare and addiction counselling available to patients in Cork
If you are looking for confidential addiction treatment outside your local area, our structured inpatient programme provides a focused environment designed for long-term recovery.
Treatments we offer
- Residential rehab
- Medically supervised detox
- 1-to-1 therapy
- Group therapy
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Women-only addiction therapy
- Complementary therapies
- Therapeutic community
- Aftercare
Learn more about addiction treatments at Smarmore Castle.
Addictions we treat
Drug and alcohol addictions:
- Alcohol addiction
- Cannabis addiction
- Cocaine addiction
- Crack addiction
- Crystal meth addiction
- Ecstasy (MDMA) addiction
- Heroin addiction
- Ketamine addiction
- Prescription drug addiction
Behavioural addictions
- Work addiction
- Gambling addiction
- Sex addiction
- Porn addiction
Book Your Free Addiction Assessment Today
Speak with a member of our intake team, who will provide an assessment before you begin treatment.
Getting to Smarmore Castle from Cork
Smarmore Castle is approximately a 3.5-hour drive from Cork via the M8 and M1 motorways. Travelling outside your local area for treatment can provide additional privacy and distance from triggers.
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By car
Take the M8 from Cork toward Dublin, then merge onto the M1 northbound. Exit at Junction 10 and follow local directions toward Ardee and Smarmore Castle. Secure on-site parking is available.
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By train
Irish Rail operates regular services from Cork to Dublin Heuston. From Dublin, patients can transfer to Drogheda by train or travel by road to Smarmore Castle, which is approximately 45 minutes from Dublin Airport. A taxi from Drogheda or Dublin will complete the journey.
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By bus
Bus services operate between Cork and Dublin. From Dublin or Drogheda, taxis are available to bring you directly to the clinic.
Find Us
Smarmore Castle Clinic, Near Ardee, County Louth, Ireland A92 YY22
How to pay for your stay at Smarmore Castle
We understand that cost can be a concern when seeking addiction treatment. If you are researching alcohol rehab Cork, drug rehab Cork or gambling addiction help Cork, our team can explain the funding options available.
Cost of residential addiction treatment
The cost of treatment varies depending on duration and clinical needs. A typical 28-day residential programme ranges from €10,000 to €60,000.
This includes:
- Accommodation
- Medical detox if required
- Daily therapy sessions
- Full board
- Access to all therapeutic and wellness facilities
Funding options
Using private health insurance
We accept cover from major insurers including VHI. Our admissions team can verify your policy and explain your level of cover.
Private payment
If you do not have insurance, we offer clear pricing and can discuss payment arrangements directly and confidentially.
Admissions process – what happens after I contact you?
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Initial Contact
Call us, fill out our online form, or ask your doctor or healthcare professional to refer you.
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Pre-Admission Assessment
You will have a pre-admission assessment with our admissions team here to find out all relevant information about your individual needs, situation, any health issues or pre-existing mental health conditions, and assess which treatment programme will be best for you.
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Medical Records Review
We may ask for a GP summary or recent blood tests. If you don’t have them, we can help arrange them.
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Arranging Admission
Once approved, you’ll be offered an admission date, which can be as fast as 24-48 hours after your assessment. We can help you over the phone with any questions you might have about getting to Smarmore Castle and back from your location. We can also provide a sober transport service for patients travelling from Dublin or Belfast at an additional cost.
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Arrival at Smarmore and Orientation
When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by our admissions team and nursing staff, who will begin the assessment process to determine your detoxification and medical needs. After this assessment, you will begin your orientation around Smarmore Castle, which includes a welcome pack with a detailed programme timetable, guidelines and procedures, details of visiting times and some written assessments. During orientation, one of our senior therapists will take you through this information, explain the treatment process and address any queries you may have, settling you into your treatment and introducing you to our recovery community.
Learn more about our admissions process and what to expect when you arrive.
Your Recovery Starts Here
Our team will chat to you confidentially about your treatment options and personalised needs during recovery. Call us today.
