GAAMHA

171 Graham street Gardner MA, 01440

Gardner, Massachusetts
978-632-4574

About GAAMHA

GAAMHA is the Gardner Athol Area Mental Health Association, a local social services organization. They have a wide range of programs but this particular location is their Pathway House facility.

Pathway House is a men's residential substance use disorder treatment facility run by GAAMHA in Gardner, Massachusetts. It’s a highly structured program for men over the age of 21, and their main requirement for admission is that individuals demonstrate genuine motivation to take steps toward addressing their substance use disorder.

Focus on Recovery and Personal Growth

Treatment plans focus on recovery, employment, and healthy family and personal relationships. They also support maintaining connections to your community. You’ll work with staff to identify your personal goals and then develop a plan based on what you need to move forward in recovery.

Although they emphasize purposeful daily activities and productivity, this facility’s core support includes recovery and personal development rather than a clinical or medical approach.

Work is Encouraged but Not Required

You don’t need to have a job to get treatment here, but they strongly encourage you to look for employment if you are able. They have strong relationships with local businesses and can help residents connect with job opportunities.

Referrals Required

They accept most MassHealth plans that include Recovery Support Navigator (RSN) services as a covered benefit. New clients are referred from medical or behavioral professionals and community organizations.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program Alcoholism Opioid Treatment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Drug Rehab LGBTQ Friendly Rehab Rehab For Veterans 12-Step Program

Adult Program

Each adult program in Massachusetts is designed to help individuals over the age of 18 recover from addiction to drugs or alcohol. The length of the program and its intensity varies, based on the needs of the individual.

Alcoholism

Most alcohol rehab in Massachusetts consists of individual counseling and group therapy sessions, which address mental and emotional concerns that are contributing to alcohol use. Treatment helps participants make changes to maintain sobriety and prevent relapse.

Opioid Treatment

When you enter opioid rehab in Massachusetts, you’ll receive treatment in a supportive environment that encourages recovery. After successful withdrawal management, you’ll participate in a variety of evidence-based therapies that prepare you for long-term sobriety.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy in Massachusetts is a hands-on method that engages participants in changing their thought and behavior patterns. Rather than a talk-listen approach, individuals are actively involved in working with their therapist to treat their addiction.

Drug Rehab

Addiction is a highly complex problem, and drug rehab in Massachusetts is often necessary to address it. These programs treat physical, mental, and relational issues that are involved. Treatment empowers individuals to manage these issues without the use of drugs.

LGBTQ Friendly Rehab

LGBTQ-friendly rehab in Massachusetts offers programs targeted to the unique experiences within this diverse community. Staff specialists understand that an environment promoting acceptance makes it easier for people to open up and focus on healing.

Rehab For Veterans

Veteran’s rehab in Massachusetts offers recovery for Veterans who are struggling with substance use disorder. Treatment programs are trauma-informed, so Veterans who are facing other mental health challenges receive treatment for co-occurring disorders as well.

12-Step Program

12-Step Programs are among the most popular and proven addiction recovery programs in the world. They are predicated on a lifelong recovery model that prioritizes whole-person healing and integrates the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of recovery. Programs are free, anonymous, open to the public, and community-based and are centered on group support, one-on-one peer coaching, and recovery education.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab

As the most intensive treatment setting, inpatient drug rehab in Massachusetts treatment involves 24/7 supervi...sed care. At this level of care, you typically participate in individual, group, and family therapy sessions, and you may receive medication and additional recreational therapies.
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Detox & MAT

The first step to a drug-free future is detox. This involves slowly and safely ridding your body of all addict...ive substances, under 24/7 supervision. This is typically the initial phase of drug rehab in Massachusetts.
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Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health

If you meet the diagnostic criteria for two or more conditions, you have a dual diagnosis. Massachusetts dual ...diagnosis treatment is designed to address both conditions simultaneously, for improved recovery outcomes.
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Sober Living

In Massachusetts sober living, you will take on more responsibility than rehab treatment requires. You’ll pa...y rent and work or attend school. You’ll also contribute to household chores. The goal is to learn how to live independently, free from drugs and alcohol.
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Accreditations

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Insurance

financial-aid icon Financial Aid

If you're struggling to pay for treatment, financial aid may be a solution for you. This can provide access to... all levels of care. 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.
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medicare icon Medicare Accepted

As a resident of Massachusetts with MassHealth Senior Care Options, you may have coverage options to help with... the cost of treatment. The amount of coverage will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.
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self-pay icon Self-Pay Options

If you prefer to take control of the cost of your treatment, you can opt to pay for it yourself through self-p...ay options, also known as private pay. This option provides access to all levels of care — from detox to inpatient rehabilitation — because you’re not limited by the rules of insurers or state-run programs.
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sliding-scale icon Sliding Scale Payment

If you can't pay the full cost of treatment, a sliding scale payment plan may be a solution for you. This opti...on provides access to all levels of care. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.
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Contact GAAMHA

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171 Graham street Gardner MA, 01440

Fact checked and written by:
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