National Recovery Month: A Look at Spectrum’s Adolescent Program
As part of National Recovery Month in September, we are spotlighting the missions and roles of our varied programming, as a full continuum of accessible treatment options is crucial for truly making recovery possible for all. Located in a family-style home in Methuen, Mass., Spectrum’s Bright Futures Program is a ...
Spectrum Health Systems Extends 29-Year Partnership with Massachusetts Department of Correction
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a not-for-profit organization providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts and a range of recidivism reduction programming for justice-involved individuals throughout the country, has once again been awarded a contract from the Massachusetts Department of Correction (MADOC) to provide a wide range of services ...
National Recovery Month: A Look at Spectrum’s Outpatient Services
As part of National Recovery Month in September, we are spotlighting the missions and roles of each of our areas of service, as a full continuum of accessible treatment options is crucial for truly making recovery possible for all. Our outpatient services, with 15 locations throughout Massachusetts, play a vital ...
Recovery High Schools Offer Struggling Teens a Path to Sobriety and Success
For many teens, the transition to high school can be a stressful time. This is especially true for teens who are struggling with substance use disorders. Fortunately, the burgeoning recovery high school movement offers a compelling alternative where teens can complete their coursework while also receiving the support they need ...
Local College Partnerships Deliver Key Employee Benefits
Offering robust, ongoing professional development opportunities is one of the important ways we keep our team, at every level, on the forefront of behavioral health. In so doing, we are also able to fulfill our mission of providing the highest quality of services while being an outstanding place to work. ...
Get to Know David Nefussy, Vice President of Payor Relations
A keen focus on innovation has helped David Nefussy successfully navigate the ever-shifting dynamics of the health care business. As Spectrum Health’s Vice President of Payor Relations, he is responsible for crafting agreements and negotiating reimbursement with insurance companies, managed care organizations, and third-party payors to ensure the company grows ...
A Journey to Acceptance: LGBTQ+ Client Story
Theia came out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community on Christmas Day 2020. The lifelong struggle to accept and reveal her true gender identity went hand-in-hand with a dependency on drugs and alcohol that resulted in her first stint in rehab by the age of 16. Having battled substance ...
Get to Know Theresa Amico, Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management
Developing processes and policies to keep our organization financially healthy is vital to continuing our mission of providing the highest quality treatment services. In this regard, we are fortunate to have the bold leadership and vast experience of Theresa Amico, recently promoted to Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management. In ...
Spectrum Health Systems Continues Growth Momentum with Employee Promotions
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a not-for-profit organization providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announced the promotions of three rising leaders following the company’s leadership expansion earlier this year. Jonathan Miller was promoted to Chief Information Officer, Mark Orris is now the Executive Director of Inpatient Services, and ...
Begin Recovery with Inpatient Detox and Residential Treatment Programs
Promising compassionate, comprehensive care, our Inpatient Detoxification and Residential Treatment programs help clients build the foundation for a successful journey to recovery from alcohol or drug use disorders. With a rigorous focus on helping individuals achieve key goals for attaining a healthy, alcohol and drug free lifestyle, each provides a ...