Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center

34 Gifford Lane
New Bedford, MA 02740

Gifford Street Wellness Center MA 2740

About Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center

Supporting opioid addiction recovery, Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Self pay is also an option.

The recovery program is for adults 18 years of age or older. All genders are accepted who are struggling with an opioid use disorder. Medication assisted treatment is part of the program. You will be given an assessment. Based on the assessment you may be recommended for methadone or Suboxone. You may participate in both individual and group counseling.

Latest Reviews

Leah Barnicoat
1 month ago on Google
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It s so sad the the nurses that work at Gilford street run on there own time . Sit on there phones with all the windows close while people who are actually doing the right thing are trying to just stay clean and get to work on time but nope because they do whatever they want for 23 minutes I sat in line this morning while one lady who legit I never see work played on her phone ( nothing else knew there ) another one had it closed as she is a washing the counter for 23 minutes . & number 3 is shooting the shit with someone who clearly has all day to just do nothing . Everything else runs great there front staff, counselors , Barbra all amazing at what they do . Then you get the nurses who clearly there just for the pay check & don t give a shit about the patients . Just like you have a job so do I & I would never treat a patient or customer with the arrogance they do. I work 45 minute away from the clinic I leave in the morning with enough time to go to the clinic , get coffee then drive to work . But every . Single . Day . I am late because they don t want to do the ONE JOB THEH HAVE . I shouldn t have to leave 2 hours before work so I can stand and wait around while the nurses scroll TikTok & Facebook shooting the shit with each other . It s unacceptable & down right unprofessional. Be on your phone on your own time , break , lunch at home . Should hire nurses who have been in our shoes and have compassion for there clients. Not nurses who think they are better than the patients because they are on medication to help them stay clean . DO BETTER your clients would respect you if you respected them . When you come to my job I don t disrespect good act like I m better. Neither should they .
Response from the owner3 days ago
Reading this is of great concern, and we assure you that we deeply value all feedback received. Kindly allow us the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the situation by contacting us at FeedBack@ctcprograms.com. Thank you.
Jennifer Perry
5 months ago on Google
5
Amazing staff that truly care about patients and their recovery!
Response from the owner4 months ago
We are deeply committed to offering life-affirming care and sincerely value your input. We appreciate the opportunity to hear from you!
sxxxkorry martin
8 months ago on Google
1
The ladies behind the desk don't care about anything but themselves I get a ride from the other end of the city to get there to get my dose I get up early and get a ride through gatra I get there and they tell me I have to speak to a counselor my ride won't wait I tell them they need to give me three days in advance so I can book a ride they don't care so I can't get dosed I tell them I would have to take a buss home and take the day off of work if I just come in out of the blue this place really sucks the portoricken lady on the end maria talks so low it's impossible to hear anything she ever says she is a complete waste of time and the other two are just as useless they give anybody these jobs now you only have to go to school two years instead of four and the counselors all quit every few months I recommend going some place else this place really really needs help professional quality help instead of people that are Lost and don't know what they are doing
Response from the owner7 months ago
Your feedback is extremely important to us, and we thank you for taking a moment to write this review. However, we are worried about what we have read and would like to have an opportunity to gather more information. We strive to provide the highest-quality care, and receiving feedback is crucial to ensuring that we do. Please contact us directly at info@ctcprograms.com. We hope to speak with you soon. Thank you.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Mass General Brigham Health Plan
MassHealth

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs offer customized, wraparound support for clients in the maintenance phase of recovery. Many clients enroll in drug rehab immediately after completing intensive inpatient or residential care. Services encompass outpatient treatment but often extend long beyond the completion of a formal recovery program and typically include a variety of medical, mental health, and social service programs. Peer coaching, relapse prevention, 12 step program induction, and related services are commonly available.
12-step icon12-Step
Recovery models based on 12 step programs feature extensive peer coaching and emphasize personal growth as a key to sustained sobriety. Regular attendance at 12 step meetings, which are anonymous, free, and available daily, is expected. The 12 steps of recovery are based on spiritual principles and support participants in addressing the root causes of their disease, accept responsibility for their choices, and accept that which is beyond their control. Self-selected sponsors provide one-one-mentoring.
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.

Treatments

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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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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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.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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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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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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Postpartum Program
The postpartum period is a sensitive time, especially for women in addiction recovery. Rehabs with specialized programs for new mothers will offer compassionate, personalized care to meet each client's needs as they transition from pregnancy to this season of life. Care teams may include obstetricians, pediatricians, and social workers working collaboratively to give women, children, and families a healthy future.

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.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
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Accreditations

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.

CARF Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 208106

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.

NAATP Member: Yes
Member ID: 18722

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

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Massachusetts

Contact Information

Phone icon (774) 206-9939
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34 Gifford Lane
New Bedford, MA 02740

Fact checked and written by:
Jenise Alvarez
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center

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The doctors of this place don't have compassion for people, they probably act that way because they have overload of work. They took away the medication that I've been taken for several years and without say nothing, it brings to me bad consequences to me. All the staff made ... Read More

Reviewed on 12/21/2018
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3.1 (29 reviews)
Leah Barnicoat
1 month ago
1

It s so sad the the nurses that work at Gilford street run on there own time . Sit on there phones with all the windows close while people who are actually doing the right thing are trying to just stay clean and get to work on time but nope because they do whatever they want for 23 minutes I sat in line this morning while one lady who legit I never see work played on her phone ( nothing else knew there ) another one had it closed as she is a washing the counter for 23 minutes . & number 3 is shooting the shit with someone who clearly has all day to just do nothing . Everything else runs great there front staff, counselors , Barbra all amazing at what they do . Then you get the nurses who clearly there just for the pay check & don t give a shit about the patients . Just like you have a job so do I & I would never treat a patient or customer with the arrogance they do. I work 45 minute away from the clinic I leave in the morning with enough time to go to the clinic , get coffee then drive to work . But every . Single . Day . I am late because they don t want to do the ONE JOB THEH HAVE . I shouldn t have to leave 2 hours before work so I can stand and wait around while the nurses scroll TikTok & Facebook shooting the shit with each other . It s unacceptable & down right unprofessional. Be on your phone on your own time , break , lunch at home . Should hire nurses who have been in our shoes and have compassion for there clients. Not nurses who think they are better than the patients because they are on medication to help them stay clean . DO BETTER your clients would respect you if you respected them . When you come to my job I don t disrespect good act like I m better. Neither should they .

Response from the owner1 month ago
Reading this is of great concern, and we assure you that we deeply value all feedback received. Kindly allow us the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the situation by contacting us at FeedBack@ctcprograms.com. Thank you.
Jennifer Perry
5 months ago
5

Amazing staff that truly care about patients and their recovery!

Response from the owner5 months ago
We are deeply committed to offering life-affirming care and sincerely value your input. We appreciate the opportunity to hear from you!
sxxxkorry martin
8 months ago
1

The ladies behind the desk don't care about anything but themselves I get a ride from the other end of the city to get there to get my dose I get up early and get a ride through gatra I get there and they tell me I have to speak to a counselor my ride won't wait I tell them they need to give me three days in advance so I can book a ride they don't care so I can't get dosed I tell them I would have to take a buss home and take the day off of work if I just come in out of the blue this place really sucks the portoricken lady on the end maria talks so low it's impossible to hear anything she ever says she is a complete waste of time and the other two are just as useless they give anybody these jobs now you only have to go to school two years instead of four and the counselors all quit every few months I recommend going some place else this place really really needs help professional quality help instead of people that are Lost and don't know what they are doing

Response from the owner8 months ago
Your feedback is extremely important to us, and we thank you for taking a moment to write this review. However, we are worried about what we have read and would like to have an opportunity to gather more information. We strive to provide the highest-quality care, and receiving feedback is crucial to ensuring that we do. Please contact us directly at info@ctcprograms.com. We hope to speak with you soon. Thank you.
David Paul Fontes
1 year ago
2

HHS dictates "ALL" Methadone clinics. The Drs/NP's, Councilors are doing the best job they can but LACK PURE KNOWLEDGE with REAL PROVEN USES. This subject matter CANNOT BE LEARNED OR EVEN UNDERSTOOD IN A BOOK!! ONLY PURE hands on experience works. "ALL" books on opiate addiction have ZERO experience!! IT IS A PURE JOKE!!

Nancy Amaral
2 years ago
1

As a former clinician it saddened me that we could no longer work individually with clients. Everyone s journey is different and every one is in a different phase of recovery and needs an individualized treatment plan which they get every 3 months but on their own to implement as the group model does not facilitate this.due to the number of people in group and the revolving door policy of the groupsGroups have their place in recovery but should never be a substitute for personalized treatment of a major health issue in this country

Marissa Smith
2 years ago
1

They no longer offer one on one counseling each week.You are now required to join a group weekly/monthly in replace of.What happen to focusing on each patients individual needs? In the last year every counselor has left because of the their new policy and can not seem to find anyone to want to fill them.If your considering starting your recovery treatment here ,I would advise elsewhere.

Lindsey Brissette
3 years ago
1

Worst experience with a clinic I ve ever had. I am still with them and currently working on being done with them within the next month. They make it IMPOSSIBLE to do anything there. They refuse you your dose whenever they feel like it. Absolute worst place ever. Do not go there.

smarty pants
3 years ago
1

Place is trash no respect and they treat you like they re your drug dealer putting you on hard holds all the time for nothing or a mistake they make. Sucks when your serious about getting better too.

Deanna Magnan
3 years ago
1

This place is so out of wack right now because most therapist quit when the pandemic started. Then they started a teleconferencing therapy group which is once a week and its always the same thing. The nurses are great but they need better doctors. Actually they need a doctor that is there everyday and more than one. I wanted to courtesy dose at another clinic where my family lives and gave enough time but because of the lack pf staffing and lack of training on the doctors part both my courtesy doses for the month of January got messed up. So the first one they told me before i left that it wasnt in order so i stayed at my clinic. But i gave a 2 week notice for this one which was supposed to go from the 30th to the1st of February. So i get to thw dosing place habit opco in Springfield mass and they say we cant dose u because they never had a doctor do their paperwork for it. So even if i could have made it home to dose which is two house away it would have been closed by the time o got there. They are messing ppls stuff up and so i had to go to the E. R. To dose and was lucky they did it.

Shaina Lee Ospreay (Shai)
3 years ago
5

Steven Ourique
3 years ago
5

zack st.pierre
4 years ago
5

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