In follow-up to our overview of the New England Recovery Center (NERC) detox program, we are offering a glimpse into a day in the life at our inpatient addiction treatment program at the Charles J. Faris Recovery Center – where clients typically go after a successful detox. Pursuing treatment for an addiction is a brave decision, and there are a number of complexities that go into choosing the right option. To help address common questions and concerns, we’re sharing what you can expect here with us.
The New England Recovery Center™, a subsidiary of New England’s leading addiction treatment provider Spectrum Health Systems, offers medically monitored detoxification and inpatient addiction treatment in beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities, specifically geared towards individuals with private insurance.
Residential treatment clients typically stay with us for two to four weeks. The length of stay is determined by a number of factors including medical and clinical needs, insurance coverage and selected programming during a stay.
Arrival:
Whether you are arriving from our in-house detox program or not, a member of the NERC admissions team will begin by assessing your individual needs. On day one, we take a look at your current situation and develop an individualized treatment plan addressing your current and most pressing issues.
A nursing or clinical assessment will be performed upon arrival and your valuables – including money, cell phones, jewelry, etc. – will be sent home with loved ones or stored in our complimentary safe. You’ll be shown to your room, encouraged to meet the staff and your peers, and make yourself at home.
Accommodations:
Embarking on a journey toward sobriety is tough, and we have worked hard to create an environment conducive to success for our clients. Our rooms are warm, welcoming and modern, and we offer a variety of on-site amenities including a fitness center, yoga, massage therapy, spiritual and religious services, common areas, onsite laundry, community telephone access and healthy meals.
Schedule:
During your stay at the NERC, you will follow a structured daily schedule. This clinically driven approach utilizes evidence-based practices and treatment models to maximize your success. Our schedule includes a variety of group and individual sessions diversified to include internal exploration through art, mindfulness and journaling as well as education and skill-development related to the effects of trauma and substances on the brain and body.
Some of these sessions include Art Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and our Family Renewal Program in which a Family Engagement Therapist works with you and your loved ones to educate, prepare for life after treatment and make strides toward improving relationships.
Clinical Care:
Upon admission, you will have been assigned a clinician who will be your point person for the remainder of your stay. The role of this clinician is to provide support and guidance as you work together to develop the best possible recovery plan for you specifically and ensure that you receive all the services needed to address your needs. Your clinician will also work with your loved ones to educate them about addiction and recovery, and how they can help.
You will also work with other members of our team such as the physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, mental health clinicians and recovery specialists.
Continuing Care:
Residential treatment is just the beginning. Your journey is a lifelong one, and it is critical that you set yourself up for success after discharge. Your clinician will work with you to create a Continuing Care Recovery Plan to help maintain the progress you’ve made in treatment and prevent future relapses. We consider everything including education, housing, legal issues and employment.
To ensure success, former clients access Spectrum’s many outpatient treatment centers for ongoing support and counseling. We also recommend sober houses when warranted.
Our main goals are for you to identify the negative effects of alcohol and other drugs, develop relapse prevention skills and develop an achievable plan to move forward and enjoy the best life possible.
The New England Recovery Center™ is situated on a 25-acre picturesque campus in Westborough, Massachusetts. This classic New England town is located at the crossroads of the Mass Turnpike and the Interstate 495, offering easy access to Boston’s Logan International Airport and T.F. Green Airport in Providence, Rhode Island. Transportation services to the facility are also available upon request.
Any questions? Give us a call at 1 (844) 800 – NERC.
