Merrimack River Medical Services

About Merrimack River Medical Services

Merrimack River Medical Services is a comprehensive medical and addiction treatment facility located in Lewiston, Maine. We offer a wide range of services for those struggling with substance abuse and addiction, including opioid addiction, drug rehab, adult and young adult programs, detoxification, aftercare support, family therapy, and group and individual counseling. Our highly trained and experienced staff is committed to providing each and every patient with the individualized care and treatment they need to overcome their addiction and rebuild their lives. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, please contact us today. We are here to help.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Opioid Addiction
A treatment program in Maine can give you the tools and skills you need to overcome opioid addiction and reclaim your life. High-quality treatment lays a foundation for sobriety and helps prevent relapses by giving you new ways of thinking, better coping skills, and a better understanding of key life skills such as emotional regulation and communication.
Drug Rehab
Drug rehab in Maine provides professional treatment to help clients overcome substance misuse and build a drug-free life. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that substance misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without drug use long-term.
Adult Program
Adult programs in Maine address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients with concerns such as raising children or building a career. Adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. In addition, they will help you navigate the challenges you face in daily life.
Men's Rehab
A men’s rehab in Maine addresses the unique needs men have and allows them to build relationships in a gender-specific environment. Men’s programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare services. They will also provide education around gender-specific concerns such as fatherhood, healthy relationships, and more.
Women's Rehab
Those who join a women’s rehab program in Maine are given training in key life skills to help them address their unique challenges. Women’s programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more. They will also address issues specific to women such as motherhood, being a working mother, having healthy communication, and more.
Young Adult Rehab
When people join a young adult rehab in Maine, they learn key life skills while receiving treatment. Young adult programs may include detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, aftercare services, and more.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
If you’re looking for ways to pay for rehab in Maine, consider using Medicaid if you qualify. Medicaid pays for most or all of the costs of rehab, making treatment much more accessible.
Private insurance
For those with private insurance, using your coverage to pay for rehab in Maine can make treatment much more accessible. Keep in mind that you’ll save the most using a center that’s in-network with your plan, and you might have out-of-pocket costs such as a deductible or copayment. Contact the insurer for more details.
Self-pay options
Self-pay in Maine allows you to pay for rehab yourself, using a check, electronic transfer, or medical loan. This gives you maximum freedom to choose whichever center you prefer.
Financial aid
There are many ways to pay for rehab in Maine. One option is to look into financial aid programs. Paying for detox, inpatient rehab, or outpatient care is much easier if you get a grant or scholarship from the center or a local non-profit or community organization.

Levels of Care

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Detox Treatment
Alcohol and drug rehab in Maine generally starts with detox, which lets you start fresh on building a new life. Rehab programs often use FDA-approved medications, nutrition, therapy, and other treatment methods to ensure detox is safe and you’re ready for the next step in treatment.
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Outpatient Rehab
If you’ve recently finished a residential treatment program, participating in outpatient treatment in Maine can help you reinforce and practice your new habits. There are several goals in outpatient treatment. Some sessions may be focused on education about a certain topic, while others allow clients to discuss a specific issue they face.
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Aftercare Support
In Maine, aftercare allows you to access additional resources and support to help you avoid relapse after treatment. One element of aftercare that can be very helpful is peer support, where you connect with those who have been where you are.

Therapies

Family Therapy
Many people have challenging family backgrounds, and addiction can create unhealthy dynamics as well. Family therapy in Maine allows you to address these concerns. During family therapy, you may talk about acceptance issues, past trauma, communication problems, and more. These discussions are facilitated by a professional who brings an unbiased perspective and can promote healthy communication.
Group Therapy
It’s easy to feel isolated when you battle addiction, but group therapy in Maine can show you you’re not alone. There are several goals in group therapy. Some sessions may be focused on education about a certain topic, while others allow clients to discuss a specific issue they face. Overall, the group members hold each other accountable and provide encouragement.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy in Maine can provide professional support and accountability as you work through substance use treatment. Individual therapy is only one element of rehab treatment, along with activities, peer support, group counseling, relapse prevention, and more. Together, all these methods support you in establishing long-term recovery.