SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox
The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) Detox Program in New London, Connecticut, offers specialized addiction recovery services for adults. Known for its gender-specific treatments and comprehensive care, it caters to individuals dealing with co-occurring conditions.
SCADD aims to provide affordable, quality treatment centered around hope, connection, and empowerment. It holds accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and is LegitScript certified.
- Offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to safely manage withdrawal symptoms.
- Provides intensive outpatient (IOP) and general outpatient (OP) programs.
- Skilled nursing care and medical monitoring during detoxification.
- Dedicated support for individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions.
SCADD specializes in treating addictions to opioids, alcohol, and other drugs. Services benefit adults who require gender-specific offerings and comprehensive aftercare planning.
- 1+ Accreditations
- 5 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Spanish
- 19 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
CARF
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
Staff
- Stacey L. LawtonChief Executive OfficerBegan at SCADD in 1993, advanced to CEO in 2019. MSW from UConn.
- Maria T. SullivanChief Operating OfficerJoined SCADD in 2020, 35+ years in social services. Licensed clinical social worker.
- Alan AleiaChief Financial OfficerHired in 2020, 30+ years in healthcare finance. CPA with business administration degree.
- Kathryn DeMarsChief Compliance OfficerJoined in 2020, 30+ years experience in quality and privacy management.
- Jennifer ChadukiewiczChief Strategy OfficerJoined in 2022, 20+ years in development and leadership. Recovery advocate.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Rehab centers in Connecticut exist to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using psychoactive substances. Centers like SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox are here to help.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment
Opioid addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction Connecticut. Opioids include drugs like heroin, oxycontin and fentanyl. They are prescribed to treat pain, but they are often abused and they are addictive. The addiction is treated by detoxing the body, so it no longer needs the chemicals in the drugs. This is followed up by therapies to correct behavior and target the root of the problem.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Inpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detox is the first step of rehab. It involves giving a person time to get the toxins out of their body. During detox, the patient gets ill and they will often start using again to get rid of these unpleasant feelings. That’s why it’s so important to have a New London medical professional at SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox present. A Connecticut medical professional will make sure patients don’t start using during detox. They will also provide medication to ease their symptoms and coach them through on a mental level.
Inpatient rehabilitation aims to treat severe addictions and co-occurring disorders. Depending on individual requirements, the duration of the stay at SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox ranges from four weeks to six months. Connecticut inpatient recovery guarantees that the patient resides in an environment free of drugs.
An Outpatient Rehab Program is a part-time drug rehab program for treating individuals in New London, CT with mild addiction or mild-to-moderate drug withdrawal symptoms. It generally requires about 10 to 12 hours every week.
Doctors can administer on-the-spot medication to ease withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and even depression. Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be used as a part of outpatient treatment to help maintain sobriety.
Aftercare Support at SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox, in short, is the support provided to a patient after they have finished treatment. It allows them to adjust to everyday life. It may entail setting them up and enrolling them in services such as Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) inside a halfway house. Career coaching may also be offered to patients to help them get back into the workforce.
Therapies & Programs
Group therapy occurs in a group setting as opposed to a one on one setting. It benefits patients by providing a feeling of support and letting them know they are not alone. Patients at SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox also learn to build trust and understanding and gain perspective through discussions.
After experiencing trauma, it’s crucial to look for a facility that can provide trauma therapy. This approach zeroes in on the traumatic incidents that a patient has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles and pain. Trauma can originate from domestic violence, sexual abuse, an early encounter with death, sexual assault, and many more. The goal of trauma therapy at SE Council on Alc and Drug Dep (SCADD)/Detox in New London, CT is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward. Mental health professionals will facilitate the patient’s journey and see to it that he or she is no longer a victim of his or her traumatic experiences and has wholly regained his or her personal power.
A 12-Step Program is a common method that is used to treat addiction. This format is used for both drug and alcohol treatment. It is extremely popular and successful for large numbers of people. It is a relatively simple set of steps that are done continuously in order to move through life with awareness, accountability and honesty. 12-Step programs are available in most every city in the Unites States. They are available in person, electronically and virtually through phone or web-based meetings.
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Location & Contact
47 Coit Street
New London, CT 6320
Phone Number
(860) 447-1717
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Location
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47 Coit Street
New London, CT 6320 -
(860) 447-1717
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Seniors (65+)
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ModalityFamily, Group, Individuals
Ownership
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 25, 2024
New London, Connecticut Addiction and Treatment
Connecticut has a higher rate of substance abuse and addiction than the national average. The state ranks in the top 10 in the country for illicit drug dependence among those ages 18 to 25. In 2010, there were 9,211 people admitted to an alcohol treatment facility for alcohol abuse combined with a secondary drug. Connecticut ranked fifth in the United States of America for the number of fatalities involving drunk driving in 2014.
New London County, Connecticut, a vibrant coastal community, faces a growing substance abuse crisis. Opioid-related treatment admissions surged by 20% from 2020 to 2024, while fentanyl claimed 45% of drug overdose deaths in 2023. Methamphetamine-related emergency room visits also rose by 25% during the same period, and the county grappled with higher rates of alcohol-related hospitalizations compared to other counties in the state.
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