A Caring Alternative

617 South Green Street
Suite 300
Morganton, NC 28680

Morganton, North Carolina

828-437-3000

About A Caring Alternative

A Caring Alternative offers outpatient substance use disorder and behavioral health services to adults, adolescents and children in Morganton, North Carolina. Specialized support programs for military veterans and first responders are part of their commitment to serving those with unique recovery needs.

They gladly take Medicare, Medicaid and many major insurance providers. I noticed that they’ve grant funding and sliding scale fees available if you qualify. Since 2006, they’ve committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Support Beyond Treatment

They provide discharge planning and behavioral health services for clients transitioning from detox care or other inpatient facilities. Programs are evidence based and include cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Ongoing support helps clients maintain stability and prevent relapse after leaving a higher level of care.

Certified peer support specialists help with personal needs such as housing, food, employment and healthcare. I think it’s helpful that they have gender specific groups for kids to create a safe, comfortable space where children can connect with peers facing similar challenges.

Western North Carolina Support Resources

Downtown Morganton offers several peaceful spaces for walks or quiet reflection, including Catawba River Greenway and Martha’s Park. Burke County Public Library and the Historic Burke County Courthouse are within reach, connecting you to broader community resources during recovery. Local healthcare facilities make it easy to coordinate care with other providers involved in your treatment.

Positive Experiences and Areas for Growth

Clients often mention the genuine care and commitment of the staff, especially how quickly they respond in difficult moments. One client shared, “My therapist here is amazing, insightful and takes the time to really understand my problems.” Most reviews are positive, though a few mention issues like missed appointments and poor communication.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program Alcoholism Opioid Treatment Drug Rehab

Adult Program

An adult program in North Carolina typically combines individual and group counseling, medical treatment, and various other therapies to treat substance use disorders. Treatment can take place in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

Alcoholism

Alcohol rehab in North Carolina is a course of treatments that helps participants overcome alcohol dependency. Treatments address physical, mental, and emotional aspects of substance use disorder and help the individual develop healthy habits for long-term recovery.

Opioid Treatment

To overcome opioid addiction, attend opioid rehab in North Carolina. Treatment takes place in inpatient or outpatient care, using a variety of therapies, medications, and other helpful interventions. Length of treatment caries, typically lasting 30, 60, or 90 days.

Drug Rehab

There are many types of drug rehab in North Carolina. To receive treatment for addiction, you can choose from many inpatient and outpatient programs. Often, participants start with detox and work through a full continuum of care that continues with ongoing support for long-term recovery.

Levels of Care

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab in North Carolina is often the next step for those who complete an inpatient program. This le...ss restrictive treatment involves several hours of therapy per week, and accountability through 12-step meetings such as AA. You’ll continue this treatment as long as needed, which could be weeks, months, or years.

Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

Some of the most common co-occurring mental health disorders include anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.... When these are present alongside substance use disorder, dual diagnosis treatment in North Carolina is necessary to address both conditions.

Financial Aid

If you’re struggling to cover the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in North Carolina, financial aid may be a g...ood solution. Financial assistance options include grants, scholarships, non-profit programs, personal funding, and health insurance programs to help you manage the expense of substance abuse treatment.

Medicaid Accepted

If need help with the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in North Carolina, you may be eligible for Medicaid. This... coverage can assist with the cost of treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more, but the amount covered may vary.

Medicare Accepted

If you're enrolled in Medicare, or find out you’re eligible for Medicare, you may be able to use your Medica...re benefits to help pay for alcohol and drug rehab in North Carolina. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.

Self-Pay Options

In North Carolina, you have the option to take charge of your treatment costs and pay out-of-pocket, known as ...self-pay or private pay. Paying for alcohol and drug rehab in North Carolina, you to access all levels of care — including detox in North Carolina, and inpatient rehab in North Carolina —without being subject to the limitations of your insurance provider.