Medication-Assisted Treatment in Augusta, ME
Convenient online opioid addiction treatment in Augusta, Maine. Get medication-assisted treatment with Suboxone today, right where you live.
Augusta, Maine: Medication-Assisted Treatment
Better Life Partners offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with Suboxone to those living with opioid addiction in Augusta, Maine. We offer same-day opioid use disorder treatment that is convenient, quick, and affordable – no matter where you might be located. We make sure recovery works on your terms, providing everything from virtual options to evening groups.
We work alongside community organizations such as Maine Access Points and OPTIONS so we can provide treatment right when you need it. We accept Mainecare, Medicare, most insurances, and a sliding fee scale.
Convenient Opioid Addiction Treatment in Augusta, ME
At Better Life Partners, we know that recovery looks different for everyone living with opioid use disorder, that’s why we empower our members to define treatment on their own terms– no matter what it might look like. We offer same-day care, online, along with access to resources like medication-assisted treatment with Suboxone.
We give you affordable, non-judgmental healthcare. Most of our members have no out-of-pocket cost for treatment since we work with most insurances. In Maine we can help individuals who are uninsured receive access to care. Just let us know you’d like assistance with that when you call!
3 easy steps to getting treatment for opioid use disorder in Augusta:
- Call or text (866) 679-0831 for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
- If you’d like to continue receiving treatment with Better Life Partners after the first call, we’ll schedule you with one of our medical providers for a 15-30 minute meeting. In Augusta, you can do this from the comfort of your home!
- If Better Life Partners is what you’re looking for, you can officially start treatment! Medication will be prescribed, if appropriate, and sent to a pharmacy of your choice.
Bringing Harm Reduction and Addiction Treatment to Augusta
Better Life Partners believes that everyone is entitled to great healthcare providers that treat them with dignity and respect. You deserve a life filled with belonging, love, and purpose–which is why our goal is to make life-saving resources accessible to everyone who needs them.
The most important part of treatment is making sure your voice is heard; we never force our members to abstain from drug use while in our program because we understand the reality of addiction, and we never penalize you for missing meetings or changing your mind about your goals. Having a harm reduction philosophy means that we care for you no matter what, regardless of where you’re at.
Our harm reduction services include access to resources such as:
- Suboxone used for medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Narcan (naloxone)
- Group counseling led by a licensed professional
- Care coordination and referral support
- Medication management support
- Stigma-free infectious disease and drug tests
- Referrals to other services as needed
- And more!
No matter what you’re looking for, we will do everything we can to support you. We know recovery is possible for everyone because we’ve seen it.
How to Get Medication-Assisted Treatment in Augusta, ME
Better Life Partners offers same-day medication-assisted treatment (MAT) using Suboxone when you call/text (866) 679-0831. We prescribe Suboxone for MAT, which is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. Suboxone works to reduce cravings, decrease withdrawal symptoms, and reduce the likelihood of overdose.
Studies have shown that medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) are safe for both long-term and short-term treatment plans. At Better Life Partners in Augusta, we work with you to build a recovery plan that helps you reach your goals.
MAT is a comprehensive approach to addiction treatment. This means that in addition to receiving medication for opioid use disorder, you also have access to weekly group counseling sessions led by a licensed professional.
Why should you get opioid addiction treatment with Better Life Partners?
- We practice compassionate, non-punitive care. This means that we’ll never judge you for where you’re at, and we’ll never punish you for missing meetings or relapsing.
- We partner with like-minded community-based organizations, so you’ll be getting treatment from people you can trust.
- Our group counseling sessions allow you to immediately create a strong recovery network of peers.
- Our members get to set their own goals for treatment, whether that be to use drugs less, to stop using drugs completely, or something else.
Our History: Establishing Roots in Augusta, Maine
Better Life Partners landed in Maine to offer mat treatment services at the end of October in 2021. Since arriving we have been actively establishing partnerships with like-minded organizations to ensure that our members get the non-judgmental, respectful, and community-based care that they deserve. Now we are proudly serving lots of members throughout the state of Maine and expanding our services every single day.
Creating Community: A Look at Our Partnerships in Maine
We’ve built our service model around partnering with community-based organizations in the places that our members live and work. Through our local partnerships in Augusta, we have been able to expand the services our members have access to, ensuring that folks get the supportive care they deserve.
We greatly value all of our partners because they allow us to provide the whole-person care that we so strongly believe in. A few of the organizations that we partner with in Maine are:
- OPTIONS
- Maine Access Points
- 211 Maine
- And so many more!
If you are interested in becoming a partner, please call us at (866) 679-0831 or fill out this form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Better Life Partners located in Augusta, Maine?
We partner with community organizations so that we can provide our treatment services wherever they’re needed in Maine. With fantastic partners and virtual options, no matter where you are in the state, you can receive our opioid addiction treatment services in Augusta, ME.
Does medication-assisted treatment actually work?
Yes it does. See the research here.
How quickly can I start on buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone)?
We offer same-day treatment. Call/text to get started: (866) 679-0831.
What is expected of me during treatment?
First, you will meet with a medical professional to get started. After that, members take part in supportive counseling sessions. Depending on where you’re at in your recovery, this may look like weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly group therapy. Overall, what your treatment looks like is up to you–we’re just here to give you whatever support you need in the process.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We accept Medicare, Mainecare, most insurance plans, and offer a sliding fee scale as needed.
What’s it like to be a Better Life Partners member?
We may be biased, but we think it’s pretty great! We operate with a non-punitive harm reduction philosophy, which means that we offer compassion and flexibility to help you achieve your goals. We believe in creating options and a sense of belonging during recovery, instead of focusing on consequences. Plus, we integrate with other community organizations to make sure you can get our care no matter where you are.
Become a community partner here.