800-784-1361
(617) 522-4700 
A gem of a clinic. I am truly satisfied with the attention and care I have received so far. A program that is excellent and tailored for each patient.
About Brookside Community Health Center
Brookside Community Health Center is an outpatient treatment center for addiction and behavioral health in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. It’s a helpful and accessible resource for adults and children including adolescents throughout the Boston area. This treatment center is part of the Brigham and Women’s healthcare network.
For people who are dealing with alcohol or drug addiction at any age this community center has personalized therapy and treatment options. The staff includes addiction specialists and behavioral health experts like psychiatrists and counselors so they can help with not only addiction but other mental and behavioral health issues.
Based on clients’ feedback this clinic does suffer from an issue that’s common in community centers which is not having enough staff to take care of their patient load. This particularly an issue when it comes to scheduling and wait times but clients do say that the providers here are excellent and really care.
They also have some free services for mothers and their newborns. There’s free food and nutrition programs, referrals to social services, and even passes to local museums and cultural centers and farmer’s markets.
What really strikes me most about this rehab though is how much effort they’ve put into bringing addiction care to everyone. Accessibility is a top priority here and you can get treatment regardless of your ability to pay. The staff is also fluent in English and Spanish and the Brigham and Women’s translation service can translate into any other language for you too.
Payment Options
Medicaid 
Private insurance 
Self-pay options 
Financial aid 
Financing available 
Sliding scale payment assistance 
Medicare 
Military insurance - Military Insurance
Levels of Care
Outpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Medically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.
Programs
Adult program
Hearing impaired program
Program for men
Program for women
Young adult program
Treatment
Alcoholism
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug Addiction
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.
Dual Diagnosis
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Opioid Addiction
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Substance Abuse
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Clinical Services
Group Therapy
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
Contact
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Fact checked and written by:
Nikki Wisher, BA
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD
