Swansea Wood School

789 Stevens Road
Swansea, MA 02777

Swansea, Massachusetts

508-672-6560

About Swansea Wood School

The Swansea Wood School is a school for both boys and girls. They offer residential services for youth coping with behavioral or mental health difficulties as well as for those who have mild to moderate cognitive challenges. It is operated by the Justice Resource Institute (JRI).

The school accepts students between 12 and 22 years old. I'm happy to see that they accept students of all genders including transgender and non conforming students.

The Swansea Wood School can accommodate 27 students and offers year-round programs. Each student will have individualized support in all aspects including clinical, vocational and educational needs.

I like that their program blends therapeutic services with recreational and athletic activities, educational and vocational services and more. This individualized program helps students balance school, personal life and community while they build their self-esteem and pursue their individual talents and interests.

Students can access all kinds of behavioral health services including substance use treatment under the JRI umbrella of services. If the services you need are not available at the school, they can refer you to a different program to meet those needs.

All areas of their program are trauma informed. The Swansea Wood School therapists are Masters level clinicians who are trained in a variety of techniques to meet the needs of each student. I like that the caseloads are only about six students per therapist so that everyone gets the intensive treatment and case management they need to thrive.

Referrals for admission to the Swansea Woods School come from a variety of sources including mental health agencies, school systems, and state social services. Before admission each student will need to submit a completed referral packet. This is a full scope submission that includes academic and psychological assessments and previous school history.

Once staff gets this packet the screening team will have a telephone interview with the family or relevant agencies. Then you'll be invited to tour the campus to see if it feels like the right place for your youth. I'm impressed that so much attention goes into pre placement interviews to make sure that this school is the right place for your student.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Teen & Adolescent Program

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.

Teen & Adolescent Program

Teen and young adult substance abuse can set individuals on a life-long path of destruction. A young adult program in Massachusetts can intervene in young adults’ lives to set them on a better path during this crucial stage of life.

Levels of Care

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.

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.

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.

Medicaid Accepted

If you're in need of financial assistance, MassHealth may be an option for you. MassHealth can help pay for al...l levels of care, including detox and inpatient rehabilitation.

Private Insurance

If you have private insurance, you can use it to help cover the cost of treatment. Most rehab insurance polici...es tend to have different coverage rates and costs that policyholders are responsible for paying, so check with your insurer for detailed information.

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.