24/7 Crisis Stabilization · Confidential support for you or someone you love
Serving Washington, DC for more than five decades
For more than 55 years, RAP has helped individuals and families affected by substance use disorders find treatment, support, and a path forward. When you’re ready for change, we’re ready to walk with you.
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For you
Start your journey and understand how RAP can support you.
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For family & friends
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Getting to know us
Our mission, our history, and the people behind 55+ years of care in DC.
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55+ Years
Serving Washington, DC
24/7
Crisis Stabilization
Residential + Outpatient
Treatment Options
Whole-Person Care
Individual • Group • Family
Treatment & Services
From immediate crisis support to ongoing outpatient care, RAP offers whole-person treatment for individuals and families affected by substance use.
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Immediate support in a safe, structured environment.
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Understanding individual needs and determining an appropriate path forward.
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Medically supported care to help you withdraw safely and comfortably.
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Structured, high-intensity treatment with length of stay based on individual need.
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Medication combined with counseling to support stable, lasting recovery.
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One-on-one time with a counselor focused on your goals and your story.
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Healing alongside peers who understand what you are going through.
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Helping families rebuild trust, communication and support together.
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Continued treatment and support for people transitioning from residential care or who do not require residential treatment.
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The RAP difference
RAP serves people, not diagnoses. Recovery means reconnecting with the people, health and future that matter to you.
RAP is here for the journey.
Your path forward
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Call RAP or submit a confidential request.
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Talk with our team about what’s happening.
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Understand your options and get started.
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Work toward recovery with care that fits you.
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Build the life you want, with ongoing support.
55+ years in DC
For more than five decades, RAP has been part of the fabric of Washington, DC — a place where thousands of people found structure, support and a community committed to helping them rebuild their lives.
55 Years of Healing. A New Chapter. The Same Commitment to DC.
Founder of RAP, Inc.
When Ron Clark arrived in Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the early 1970s, the city was facing a devastating drug epidemic. He believed there had to be a different way — treatment that recognized the dignity of the individual and the whole person: mind, body, family, culture, community, responsibility, and hope.
His Vision. Our Mission. Their Future.
1970
Early Years
Through the Years
50+ Years
2026
The Future
Stories of recovery
Shared with permission by people and families who found their way forward with RAP.
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Locations
Care close to home, right here in Washington, DC. Call ahead or get directions to the location that’s right for you.
Residential · Crisis · Outpatient
1949 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
(202) 462-7500
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Insurance & payment
We’ll help you understand your options so cost doesn’t stand between you and the help you need.
RAP accepts Medicaid plans and certain commercial insurance.
Our admissions team can help you understand your coverage and what to expect before you start.
Call (202) 462-7500 and talk it through with our team, confidentially.
We’re here when you’re ready
You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Talk with RAP and we’ll help you understand what comes next.