Outpatient Alcohol Treatment Program in Athol, MA
Get compassionate, community-based care with Better Life Partners’ alcohol treatment program in Athol, MA. We make it easy to start recovery today, from the comfort of your home.
Accessible Alcoholism (AUD) Treatment Near You in Athol, MA
If you’re looking for an easily accessible and non-judgmental treatment program for alcohol use disorder (AUD) that you can begin today, look no further! Better Life Partners offers same-day care options accessible online for anyone living in Massachusetts. We’re breaking down barriers to care–there are no waitlists, no abstinence requirements, and no punishments in our program.
We partner with similar-minded organizations in communities all across the state to make sure we can offer you access to the dozens of resources we have available. We realize that keeping care affordable is also key to making care accessible to all. To help, accept most insurances, including Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, and MassHealth. In addition, we have a sliding fee scale available to those who need it.
Getting started with Better Life Partners’ alcoholism (AUD) treatment program is easy, here’s how:
- Start with a free, no-obligation call or text at (866) 679-0831 for a quick 15-minute consultation with a member of our team. Immediately after this call, you will have the option to begin treatment.
- If you feel Better Life Partners is the right fit for your recovery journey, we’ll give you a quick orientation into the program and help you get set up with weekly group therapy sessions.
- The final step only applies to those interested in taking medication for alcohol use disorder (AUD). If this is you, we’ll have you meet with one of our clinicians to discuss your different options. Just mention it during your initial call if you feel you could benefit from this supportive tool. Medication is never required to get care, so if you’re not interested in it, that’s okay too!
In-Home Alcoholism (AUD) Treatment in Athol, MA
When life is busy, having options makes a difference. That’s why at Better Life Partners we offer our services online. Choose from our dozens of services to get a custom-fit treatment program that matches your vision for recovery. Regardless of what a healthier life looks like for you, we’ll be here to provide you with the care you deserve.
Our group counseling sessions are the heart of our recovery community. During these sessions, you get a chance to share openly about your recovery and alcohol use and build a network of peers you can count on. We then combine this peer support with the power of licensed professionals who lead every meeting to guide, teach, and facilitate conversations.
With assistance from our partners across Massachusetts, we’re able to provide members with the following treatment resources, and more:
- Compassionate group therapy led by a licensed professional
- A supportive and nonjudgmental member community
- Optional medications for alcohol use disorder (like Acamprosate, Disulfiram, and Naltrexone)
- Recovery coaching
- Help with managing medications
- Basic primary health care
- Mental health care
- And more!
If you’d like more information about your options in Athol, MA, give us a call or text at (866) 679-0831. Your journey could get started as quickly as today!
What’s unique about our alcohol treatment program at Better Life Partners?
- We take a low-barrier approach to alcoholism (AUD) treatment. Our members come from different places and circumstances and we want treatment to be able to work for everyone. To accommodate the biggest variety of needs, we offer same-day virtual care options, so you get what works best for you.
- You tailor your treatment program to fit your unique version of recovery. Recovery doesn’t come in a one-size-fits-all package. And at Better Life Partners, that’s ok. You decide what you want your recovery goals to be and that’s what you work toward. Period.
- You get a dual-powered recovery community. A positive support system you can count on makes all the difference in the chances for a lasting recovery. At Better Life Partners we harness the energy from the power of peer support and mix it with expert guidance from a licensed counselor who leads every group therapy session.
Approaching Alcohol Use Treatment with Kindness in Athol, MA
People living with addiction often aren’t treated with the same amount of kindness, respect, and dignity they should be afforded. At Better Life Partners, we want that to change. We will provide a safe space where you can feel free to live your life and make your own choices without fear of consequence or judgment.
We base our care around a harm reduction policy. We’re here to provide you with support and access to tools that can help you achieve your goals for recovery, no matter what they are. Whether you choose to work toward abstinence, drinking in moderation, or something else, it’s your choice entirely. You will never need to worry about punishments or being kicked out. We’re here to offer options and support, not consequences.
When you’re ready to get started with alcohol use treatment, simply give us a call or text at (866) 679-0831.
Possible medication for alcoholism (AUD) in Athol, MA
At Better Life Partners we want to provide you with the tools that can make your version AUD recovery a possibility. One of those optional resources is medication-assisted treatment. Taking medication is never mandatory to join our program, but for those who are interested, it can be a great support.
These are three of the medications we offer to members who would like to try medication treatment for alcohol use disorder:
- Naltrexone: Helpful for people who want to reduce their drinking but don’t necessarily want to abstain from alcohol completely.
- Disulfiram: Best for individuals who would like to abstain from alcohol completely and works by making your body extremely sensitive to drinking alcohol.
- Acamprosate: Also best suited for goals of abstinence.
All three of these medications are safe and effective and a useful component of treatment alongside our weekly group counseling. If medication sounds like it could be a good option for you, mention it when you call or text us at (866) 679-0831.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Better Life Partners located in Athol, Massachusetts?
We partner with community organizations so that we can provide our medication-assisted treatment services wherever they’re needed in Massachusetts. With fantastic partners and virtual options, no matter where you are in the state, you can receive our alcohol treatment services.
How is Better Life Partners’ alcohol treatment program different from AA?
Our program takes the best parts of AA and builds upon them. We offer group sessions, like AA, but they are led by licensed professionals and are focused on your unique needs. While our sessions aren’t geared toward a one-faith practice, we support members of all faiths and encourage each person to share what’s important to them.
Why do you use Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and alcoholism interchangeably?
First and foremost, we use the word alcoholism on our website to make sure folks looking online for treatment find us as an option! That said, we know there are several people out there who don’t relate to that word, so we use it alongside AUD and aim to use alcohol use disorder in place of alcoholism when possible.
We use alcohol use disorder instead of alcoholism because AUD includes varying degrees of alcohol use and is a diagnostic medical term, whereas “alcoholism” is a colloquial term that is often interpreted negatively or as referring to someone with a severe alcohol use problem. So, we use AUD to be inclusive and non-judgmental!
Do I need to take medication to be in your program?
Absolutely not! We never ask our members to do anything they are not comfortable with. Many of our members opt out of medications and others elect to use them. Your recovery is up to you! We’re here to provide you with options so you can choose the treatment style that works best for you.
I’m interested in medications, how quickly can I start on Naltrexone/Acamprosate/Disulfiram for Alcoholism?
We offer same-day treatment with or without medications for alcoholism/AUD. 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 Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, MassHealth, most insurances, 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.
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