Merrimack River Medical Services - Portland
Merrimack River Medical Services Inc, operating as Healthcare Resource Centers, is located in Portland, Maine. Specializing in opioid addiction treatment, they offer outpatient services including detoxification and medication-assisted treatment. They provide care for various demographics, including individuals from the LGBT community and pregnant women.
Merrimack River Medical Services is licensed and accredited by the State Substance Abuse Agency, State Mental Health Department, and CARF. The clinic is also certified by SAMHSA as an Opioid Treatment Program, ensuring high standards in their treatment practices.
- Specializes in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction, including methadone and buprenorphine.
- Provides comprehensive counseling services such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-related counseling.
- Caters to diverse groups, including individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders and the LGBT community.
- Accredited by CARF and certified by SAMHSA, ensuring a high standard of care.
Treating substance abuse with a focus on opioid addiction, Merrimack River Medical Services supports diverse populations, including seniors, pregnant women, and those referred from the criminal justice system.
- 3+ Accreditations
- SAMHSA Listed
- 2 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 4 Levels of Care
- Speaks English
- 8 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Accreditations
State License
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
- Dr. Jacob Emerson CrothersMDPracticing physician at Merrimack River Medical Services in Portland, ME.
- Dr. Peter Bryan KassisMDPracticing physician at Merrimack River Medical Services in Portland, ME.
- Dr. Todd MandellMDPracticing physician at Merrimack River Medical Services in Portland, ME.
- Dr. Jessika Turner MorinMDPracticing physician at Merrimack River Medical Services in Portland, ME.
- Dr. Heidi G ShahMDPracticing physician at Merrimack River Medical Services in Portland, ME.
- Ellen FarnsworthAdult Nurse PractitionerProvides opioid addiction treatment services at Merrimack River Medical Services.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment at Merrimack River Medical Services - Portland
Substance abuse creates problems that affect people in Portland, ME on many levels. First, substance abuse affects the individual who is abusing drugs or alcohol. This can result in health problems, including heart damage and overdose. Substance abuse also affects the user’s family, friends, co-workers, classmates, or peers. These people feel frustrated because they do not know how to help their loved ones struggling with addiction. At the same time, the addict cannot control his behavior. Lastly, friends and family members of addicts are affected financially by substance abuse.
The good news is that effective treatments can help prevent substance abuse or treat its effects on the user. These treatments, which include behavioral therapy and counseling sessions, target the underlying causes of substance abuse, helping users achieve sobriety so they can regain control over their lives. They also teach users to cope with stress in ways other than using drugs or alcohol.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment in Portland, ME
Opioid addiction has become a significant health problem in the United States. When a person’s life becomes unmanageable because of an opioid addiction, treatment can help them get sober. Treatment includes medical care and counseling.
“With so many people struggling with opioid addiction, we need more care and attention for those who want to quit. Opioid addicts often take opioids when they experience a painful injury – that’s how the cycle starts! When someone begins taking their medication differently than prescribed or takes an excessive amount of drugs, it means they’re hooked on drugs and in danger of overdosing.
The most successful way to beat this is through detoxing from these types treatments at Merrimack River Medical Services - Portland in . Most facilities start by using medical support during the process while providing counseling services; rehabilitation comes later on after treatment has been completed successfully.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Detox, Drug Rehab, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
The first level of recovery is detox. It involves giving a person the opportunity to get the toxins out of their body safely. The individual receiving treatment at Merrimack River Medical Services - Portland typically will get ill during detox, and they will often start using again to get rid of unpleasant emotions and complicated physical responses. It is why having a Maine medical professional present is so critical. A medical professional can make sure that patients do not start using again during detox and stay physically healthy during the process. They will also have treatment on a mental level to relieve their symptoms and guide them through the process.
Outpatient programs at Merrimack River Medical Services - Portland, the Portland resident can live with their family while continuing with their job or studies. Treatment includes educating the patient on drug abuse, medications, and counseling sessions at the individual or group level. Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities.
Without aftercare support, addicts can easily relapse back into addiction. It is crucial to integrate the addict back into society. Aftercare support should take place after outpatient treatment has ended.
There are a few different types of aftercare support that patients can seek after completing an inpatient treatment program:
- 12 Step Self-help groups (AA, NA)
- Therapeutic communities,
- Long-term, structured sober living arrangements
- Halfway houses (residential treatment centers)
Many different support groups exist for addicts to seek help after treatment. Some are more effective than others, depending on the person’s addiction, background, and other factors.
Therapies & Programs
Individual therapy is a form of counseling where you meet with a trained professional one-on-one. Meeting with a therapist in this setting allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built. This allows the patient to open up about sensitive or private issues they may not feel comfortable discussing in a group. Individual therapy helps identify the root causes of your addiction, which can help prevent relapse.
Family therapy is often done alongside drug treatment to help addicts stay sober. The goal of family therapy for drug addiction is to create an environment where communication can happen without judgment, hostility, or blame. The therapist will sit with the family so they can learn how to communicate differently and provide new tools for dealing with emotions so that people don’t want to drink or do drugs. It’s important for families to focus on relapse prevention plans during treatment so that if the addict feels like they want to use again, they’ll know what steps they need to take together to prevent it from happening again in the future.
Group therapy sessions are another common addiction recovery service. These group sessions typically involve six to 12 addicts who meet regularly with a trained professional for support and guidance.
During these sessions, the group shares their experiences with one another and provides feedback that can help each member avoid relapse or overcome specific obstacles they are facing in their recovery process. With this type of support and guidance, addicts can feel like they are part of a community that understands their struggles and will help them get through the hard times.
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Location & Contact
2300 Congress street
Portland, ME 4102
Phone Number
(207) 221-2292
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Location
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2300 Congress street
Portland, ME 4102 -
(207) 221-2292
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Teenagers
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ModalityFamily, Group, Individuals
Merrimack River Medical Services
Listed October 25, 2021
Updated July 25, 2024
Portland, Maine Addiction and Treatment
Prescription opioid abuse is the most common form of substance abuse in Maine. More than 10% of these residents have also admitted to using prescription drugs for non-medical purposes. Between 2013 and 2014, 4 out of every 5 deaths in Maine were caused by illicit drugs. One in five high school students in Maine uses marijuana every single month.
Nestled on a peninsula in Casco Bay, Portland boasts a vibrant arts scene with theaters, museums, and galleries. Outdoor enthusiasts flock here for hiking, biking, and kayaking along the coast. Alarmingly, Cumberland County saw a 32% spike in drug overdose deaths from 2019 to 2020, with over 85% involving fentanyl in 2022.
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