Eastport Health Care – EHC

30 Boynton street
P.O. Box H
Eastport, ME 04631

Eastport Health Care - EHC ME 4631

About Eastport Health Care – EHC

Eastport Health Care – EHC, located in Eastport, Maine is a non-profit alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including alcoholism, co-occurring mental health disorders, and opiate addiction. They offer supervised medical treatment to safely manage withdrawal symptoms during detoxification, as well as flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment. Additional levels of care offered include relapse prevention and 12-step therapy.

Specialty rehab programs at Eastport Health Care – EHC include tailored care focusing on women's specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.

Eastport Health Care – EHC has received accreditations from SAMHSA.

Latest Reviews

Emma Rose
5 months ago on Google
2
The Dr and staff are generally pretty nice, but the overall atmosphere is that I am treated like a drug-seeking criminal for needing pain and inflammation medication when I am also given 12 other medications that do harm and hardly work. Then the communication is AWFUL! Staff barely answer the phone and don't know how to help you, and take extremely long and have huge difficulty with simple paperwork. They keep scheduling me without calling about it and then act like I am at fault for having other things to do. Worst of all, they act like your time is not valuable compared to theirs (although most all medical establishments in Maine seem to be guilty of this, and much more). I don't know why or how it's managed so poorly, but I feel like even as an extremely disabled person I could still do better. The first star is for taking medicaid/medicare insurance, and the second star is for kindness. Else is pretty bad.EDIT: It is also the case that it's extremely hard to get a prescription filled on time or sometimes at all, which has led me to serious withdrawals and side effects that could easily be (and should have been) avoided. The fault may also lie in the local pharmacy (Walgreens), but everything seems to go back to EHC because no other prescriber I know has this issue. Constant mistakes such as sending wrong size syringes and needles, or sending medication I haven't needed in years.
Mike Wilson
2 years ago on Google
1
This place would receive zero stars if it was allowed. Since we have lived here that doctor's office has gotten away with more unprofessional behavior then any business ever. For instance my wife has a heart issue and above stroke level pressure and it took a month to see someone. Then two weeks to have a take home machine to test her levels. Which said as her medical records showed she has a heart condition. They then took another month to give her results. At that time refused to give her a referral to a heart doctor gave her more pills to take. My wife takes care of elderly and more then once has she had her clients fall and need to see a doctor and they'll usually see them within a week. Then just hand off pills rather then do tests. I just wonder how many elderly and others have died on there watch. There doctors maybe work once a week. They have a terrible reputation in this town, and especially there treatment of our elderly. I wouldn't recommend them to anyone do what many of us do now. Go to lubec or calais.
Emma Kneeland
3 years ago on Google
5
I've been going here for dental services for several years. Always a good experience. Short wait times, courteous staff. Highly recommend them.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Eastport Health Care – EHC works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Other Forms of Payment

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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 iconMedically 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.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Treatments

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 rehab in Maine is the process of helping someone learn how to live without the use of substances. Professional staff provide treatment to address the various issues of addiction. Methods often involve medication, counseling, and evidence-based therapies.

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.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

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.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

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.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (207) 853-6001
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30 Boynton street
P.O. Box H
Eastport, ME 04631

Reviews of Eastport Health Care – EHC

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This is the worst place a person could trust their life. They are the grossest people who have treated me, they ignore whether patients feel good or not, it seems they hate their job.

Reviewed on 3/14/2019
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2.7 (11 reviews)
Karin Flores
1 month ago
5

Emma Rose
5 months ago
2

The Dr and staff are generally pretty nice, but the overall atmosphere is that I am treated like a drug-seeking criminal for needing pain and inflammation medication when I am also given 12 other medications that do harm and hardly work. Then the communication is AWFUL! Staff barely answer the phone and don't know how to help you, and take extremely long and have huge difficulty with simple paperwork. They keep scheduling me without calling about it and then act like I am at fault for having other things to do. Worst of all, they act like your time is not valuable compared to theirs (although most all medical establishments in Maine seem to be guilty of this, and much more). I don't know why or how it's managed so poorly, but I feel like even as an extremely disabled person I could still do better. The first star is for taking medicaid/medicare insurance, and the second star is for kindness. Else is pretty bad.EDIT: It is also the case that it's extremely hard to get a prescription filled on time or sometimes at all, which has led me to serious withdrawals and side effects that could easily be (and should have been) avoided. The fault may also lie in the local pharmacy (Walgreens), but everything seems to go back to EHC because no other prescriber I know has this issue. Constant mistakes such as sending wrong size syringes and needles, or sending medication I haven't needed in years.

Mike Wilson
2 years ago
1

This place would receive zero stars if it was allowed. Since we have lived here that doctor's office has gotten away with more unprofessional behavior then any business ever. For instance my wife has a heart issue and above stroke level pressure and it took a month to see someone. Then two weeks to have a take home machine to test her levels. Which said as her medical records showed she has a heart condition. They then took another month to give her results. At that time refused to give her a referral to a heart doctor gave her more pills to take. My wife takes care of elderly and more then once has she had her clients fall and need to see a doctor and they'll usually see them within a week. Then just hand off pills rather then do tests. I just wonder how many elderly and others have died on there watch. There doctors maybe work once a week. They have a terrible reputation in this town, and especially there treatment of our elderly. I wouldn't recommend them to anyone do what many of us do now. Go to lubec or calais.

Emma Kneeland
3 years ago
5

I've been going here for dental services for several years. Always a good experience. Short wait times, courteous staff. Highly recommend them.

Patrice Goodwin
4 years ago
5

I have always received excellent care here. I'd helpful and caring. PCP is here well as dentist.

Simone Munford
5 years ago
1

This dentist is the dentist from hell. RUN, do not walk. He lied to me for over 2 years saying I had multiple cavities. I have proof. I have my medical records stating all the work he said I needed to have done.. then I went to another dentist and I have x-rays showing that I never even had a single cavity. Then when I called up to complain the women in charge defended this jerk and said she simply believed their must be a logical explanation. Yeah the logical explanation is that he is a dirty liar after your money, that explains everything. Plus Kathleen, who cleans your teeth, does not clean her instruments and the day after I went there I got a severe gum infection and I had to seek treatment by another dentist for it. IF this seems like it can't get any worse, it can. Because after I walked out of there mysteriously a huge chunk of my enamel was chipped off one of my teeth. They tried to justify it but I knew that chip was not there before I went there and i have x-rays to prove it. so RUN as fast as you can

kerry pinette
5 years ago
5

Thank you Eastport Health and especially Dr. Churchill & staff for providing quality care here in Eastern Maine.

Daniel Stewart
5 years ago
3

Terry Brown
6 years ago
5

Excellent health care.

Nadine Rowdry
6 years ago
1

This place is just a pill mill for old people. They wont see you if you have any serious conditions, i never knew that doctors were allowed to not see patients because "they dont feel like dealing with that" which i what i was told by the receptionist the entite staff is rude.

Dave Mchenly
7 years ago
1

The doctor Kris is down right the most rude person ive ever experienced, completely unprofessional. She

J.P. H
7 years ago
1

I had set up an appontment to get a tooth removed at the dental clinic. The call for the appointment was made on a Friday afternoon and was for the following Monday morning. On that very same Friday I had a previous call in the morning asking for a tooth extraction, but was told that extractions cannot be done on Fridays as the Doctor would not be available. Thus the appointment for Monday. Arriving on time on said Monday I learned that the doctor had no time for an extraction. I had only managed my severe pain by daily taking 2000mg of pain killer pills. I also had to drive one hour one way to get to Eastport.I was shocke to learn that a dentist is refusing to offer help for a person in pain distress. I would not ever go back to Eastport Health Center.

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