HCRC Hartford
HCRC Hartford, located in Hartford, CT, focuses on treating opioid use disorder through personalized, medication-assisted treatment. The center provides a safe, confidential environment where patients receive tailored care to improve their quality of life.
- Specializes in methadone treatment, the gold standard for opioid use disorder.
- Offers counseling services, including individual, group, and family therapy.
- Provides overdose prevention training and HIV/AIDS screening.
- Assists patients with transportation to ensure they can access their treatments.
HCRC Hartford is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with opioid addiction, emphasizing comprehensive care for diverse patient needs.
- 2+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 7 Conditions Treated
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 17 Therapies & Programs
Accreditations
SAMHSA
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
- Rocco Orlando, MDSenior Vice President & Chief Medical OfficerOversees medical operations and clinical strategy.
- Jonathan Velez, MDVice President & Chief Medical Information OfficerLeads medical information systems and data management.
- Michelle CodiannaProgram Operations DirectorManages program operations and strategic initiatives.
- Mona HerediaProgram Management DirectorDirects program management and project execution.
- Elise SinhaAcute DirectorOversees acute care services and patient management.
- Brian JaworowskiAmbulatory DirectorLeads ambulatory care services and outpatient programs.
- Dean SimmonsMarketing DirectorHeads marketing and communications strategies.
- Lincoln Abbott, MDMedical StaffProvides clinical care and medical expertise.
- Jennifer Bellino, MDMedical StaffSpecializes in patient care and clinical services.
- Jennifer Clark, MDMedical StaffFocuses on patient treatment and healthcare delivery.
- Spencer Erman, MDMedical StaffExpert in clinical care and patient management.
- Fadi Hammami, MDMedical StaffProvides specialized medical care and treatment.
- Marc Palter, MDMedical StaffExperienced in clinical services and patient care.
- Fred Rubin, MDMedical StaffDelivers comprehensive medical care and services.
- Barry Stein, MDMedical StaffSpecializes in patient health and clinical management.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment at HCRC Hartford
Substance abuse is the excessive use of any drug. This includes alcohol, medications, and illegal drugs. Substance abuse is treated with a combination of physical and mental treatments. Patients detox and follow up with therapies that target the underlying cause of the addiction. Substance abuse is a severe problem that can be successfully treated with a variety of therapies. HCRC Hartford treatment uses a combination of therapies along with other resources to overcome substance abuse.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment in Hartford, CT
Opioid addiction treatment should be done in a medically supervised drug rehab. While taking opioids, users will typically use other substances to enhance the effects of opioids or to reduce the adverse effects of opioid use. Opioid addiction treatment will include detoxification and drug rehab counseling to help both the user and their loved ones learn how to live a successful sober lifestyle.
Treatments such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone are three medications that can help treat opioid addiction. These drugs work on the brain’s pleasure center and reduce cravings and the effects of illicit opioids such as heroin. These drugs can be either given orally or by injection. Individual drug rehab counseling sessions can be helpful to discuss any questions or concerns with the drug treatment program. This counseling will also help the user set goals for when they finish drug rehab.
Opioid addiction recovery is a long process. Many of the changes to the brain caused by opioid use cannot be undone, but with time and the proper treatment, a person can return to normal function. After detox, treatment will include drug rehab counseling and entering a halfway house or sober living community. Aftercare is critical to long-term recovery, as it helps the user avoid relapsing and entering back into drug rehab.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Intervention, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
An addict may have to go through alcohol or drug withdrawal. While detox may be uncomfortable, it is not life-threatening. Detoxification allows the addict to rid the body of all traces of drugs or alcohol and gives the addict a clean slate for their recovery. In an inpatient or outpatient setting, detox can be managed medically.
“Outpatient treatment is ideal for those who have a lower intensity addiction. It’s also suitable for those with a supportive environment and those on a tight budget.
Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. It may involve weekly sessions instead of daily. Peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling may still be used and anti-addiction medication.
Drug rehab intervention aims to make sure patients understand the risks of their addiction and possible outcomes. They must learn how their addiction affects those around them and allow a therapy session to help move past the physical symptoms. They often include psychotherapy or behavioral therapy, group therapy, family counseling, and peer support.
Aftercare support is vital to those who have completed a drug or alcohol treatment program. This support comes in individual and family counseling, treatment of psychiatric and other medical conditions, and medications to reduce cravings. It helps recovering addicts adjust to normal day-to-day activities and can last for a year or longer.
The majority of drug and alcohol addicts who receive aftercare treatment do not relapse. It is estimated that without aftercare, the relapse rate will be between 70 to 90 percent for most people. Aftercare is the final stage in addiction recovery, but it will also help maintain sobriety if relapse does occur.
Therapies & Programs
No single treatment works for all addicts; therefore, the goal of treatment and therapy should be to find what works best for each individual. Some people requiring addiction treatment may only need a few weeks of inpatient care. Others will require long-term residential care. Tolerance and withdrawal levels vary from person to person and thus affect the intensity of the treatment needed.
If an individualized approach to treatment and therapy is not offered, addicts may fail to reap benefits from their efforts. Professionals must customize plans according to their patient’s needs, limitations, and strengths. The goal of all forms of addiction treatment should be for addicts to find healthy ways to cope with their addiction and its underlying causes.
The therapies usually include siblings, children, and parents who are involved in their daily lives. These sessions are vital because they address past issues that may have hampered an addict’s or alcoholic’s recovery and provide support at a crucial time!
One of the most critical aspects of family therapy is helping addicts’ loved ones see their situation in a new light. It’s also one of the most challenging things a family can do when a loved one struggles with addiction or alcoholism.
Group therapy is held in a safe, controlled setting where patients can feel comfortable sharing their struggles and gaining perspective through shared conversations. It takes place in a group rather than one on one to prevent feelings of isolation or being unique in their situation while creating an environment for addicts at HCRC Hartford to develop fellowship, accountability, and support. Group therapy is an important tool in recovery that prevents cravings that prompt a return to active addiction.
This type of therapy involves the use of a variety of therapeutic techniques to help addicts recover from past traumas that might have triggered their substance abuse. During these sessions, therapists will work with the addict to address painful memories and learn how to cope effectively with stressors as they arise.
During these types of sessions, therapists will typically focus on three main goals:
- Identifying and expressing painful emotions associated with past traumas.
- Reducing the effects of stress on an addict’s life by developing more effective coping mechanisms.
- Developing healthy ways of thinking about stressful situations that can help addicts avoid substance abuse issues in the future.
This type of therapy is typically used in conjunction with other types of addiction treatment services. By identifying and dealing with the root cause of addiction, most addicts can overcome their cravings and prevent relapse once they leave rehab.
Many different types of addiction treatment services exist to help addicts safely get sober, but it’s important for recovering individuals to find a therapist or support group that will help them address the root cause of their addiction.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a talking-based method that helps people struggling with addiction replace destructive behaviors with healthier ones. CBT also helps them identify the underlying thoughts and beliefs that cause these behaviors in the first place and ways to control those thoughts and feelings. It can be administered as a holistic therapy or as part of combination therapy and—as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol—helps addicts learn how to respond to negative thoughts instead.
Life skills training is beneficial for addicts in recovery because it helps them learn how to take care of themselves and improve their quality of life, which can promote feelings of purpose and motivation.
This type of treatment works by teaching individuals life-enhancing skills that support positive living, including:
- Healthy lifestyle habits
- Skills to effectively manage stress
- Effective communication skills to help them get their needs met without turning to drugs or alcohol
- Money management and budgeting skills so they can continue to take care of themselves after treatment ends.
Payment Options
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Location & Contact
55 Fishfry street
Hartford, CT 6120
Phone Number
(860) 247-8300
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Location
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55 Fishfry street
Hartford, CT 6120 -
(860) 247-8300
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Teenagers
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ModalityFamily, Group, Individuals
Listed October 25, 2021
Updated July 25, 2024
Hartford, 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.
Hartford, the capital of Connecticut, boasts a rich colonial history and offers residents a variety of outdoor activities, cultural events, and a vibrant arts scene. However, the city has seen alarming trends in substance abuse, with opioid-related deaths increasing by 40% and fentanyl-related deaths doubling in Hartford County from 2019 to 2023.
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