Harold Alfond Center for Health

361 Old Belgrade Road
Augusta, ME 04330

Harold Alfond Center for Health ME 4330

About Harold Alfond Center for Health

Harold Alfond Center for Health, located in Augusta, Maine is a private 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, residential care providing long term support for addiction recovery, as well as flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment. Additional levels of care offered include intensive outpatient, relapse prevention, and 12-step therapy.

Specialty rehab programs at Harold Alfond Center for Health 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.

Patients at Harold Alfond Center for Health will find the WiFi lets you stay connected with support networks and manage personal affairs during treatment.

Harold Alfond Center for Health has received accreditations from The Joint Commission.

Latest Reviews

Robert Radley
2 months ago on Google
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My wife has been trying for several weeks to find out about her referral. She is told she will get a call back. She never does. She spoke to her PCP making the referral. They are getting the same response. Very discouraging for her and unprofessional for them
da ben
3 months ago on Google
1
I have had multiple CT scans at ACH and Thayer without issue. I had the misfortune of scheduling my scan today at the cancer center. My IV was not started until the scheduled time for my scan. I was then informed they do not have a point of care monitor for creatinine and blood would have to be sent to the lab. This delayed my scan for over an hour.It is absurd for a large hospital to inconvenience all patients requiring IV contrast because they are unwilling to purchase an item costing about $2500. I do not know how MaineGeneral could more clearly state their lack of care for patients.
Jamie Wade
3 months ago on Google
1
The saying " You should go home and pop bottles of champagne tonight " and "you have stage four leukemia" should not be in the same sentence. Oh but this Dr said it. You should pop bottles of champagne tonight because this is the best outcome based on your MRI. You should POP BOTTLES BECAUSE YOU HAVE STAGE FOUR LEUKEMIA!!! To say that this place is a joke is a serious understatement. We went months with no answers when they knew all along. And after telling us this they say "we want to do a pet scan " where was the pet scan months ago? Why isn't treatment starting? What's going on? But no one has answers for that. Other than pop some champagne bottles.Go to another Dr.Do not go here. Your life, honestly depends on it.

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Harold Alfond Center for Health works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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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.

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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.

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Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

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.

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Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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.
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MaineGeneral Residential Services provides high-quality extended care for individuals with chronic addiction to substances who need long-term, supervised residential substance use disorder treatment. Their program is offered at two locations - Augusta and Sidney - for individuals who have had long-term difficulty with substance use disorder issues and also may need support with a mental health diagnosis.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.
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MaineGeneral provides intensive outpatient care for adults with mental health issues. Clients attend group therapy and education sessions four hours per day, four to five days per week. Clients are usually in the program for four to six weeks. These programs are ideal for people just discharged from inpatient programs or in some cases, as an alternative to inpatient treatment. MaineGeneral provides intensive outpatient care for adults with substance abuse and mental health issues.
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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.
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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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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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

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.

ECT is a form of treatment in which controlled electric currents are passed through the brain, sometimes causing short seizures. Treatments are done under general anesthesia. ECT appears to change brain chemistry for the better, and has been shown to provide fast and sometimes dramatic improvements in severe mental health conditions that can exist alongside addiction, including depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and suicidality. ECT is also often used by those who prefer it to taking medication.

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.

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

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Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

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361 Old Belgrade Road
Augusta, ME 04330

Reviews of Harold Alfond Center for Health

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It is not the best service in the world, it is enough, but it should definitely improve in too many aspects.

Reviewed on 3/14/2019
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3.6 (18 reviews)
Robert Radley
2 months ago
1

My wife has been trying for several weeks to find out about her referral. She is told she will get a call back. She never does. She spoke to her PCP making the referral. They are getting the same response. Very discouraging for her and unprofessional for them

da ben
2 months ago
1

I have had multiple CT scans at ACH and Thayer without issue. I had the misfortune of scheduling my scan today at the cancer center. My IV was not started until the scheduled time for my scan. I was then informed they do not have a point of care monitor for creatinine and blood would have to be sent to the lab. This delayed my scan for over an hour.It is absurd for a large hospital to inconvenience all patients requiring IV contrast because they are unwilling to purchase an item costing about $2500. I do not know how MaineGeneral could more clearly state their lack of care for patients.

Jamie Wade
2 months ago
1

The saying " You should go home and pop bottles of champagne tonight " and "you have stage four leukemia" should not be in the same sentence. Oh but this Dr said it. You should pop bottles of champagne tonight because this is the best outcome based on your MRI. You should POP BOTTLES BECAUSE YOU HAVE STAGE FOUR LEUKEMIA!!! To say that this place is a joke is a serious understatement. We went months with no answers when they knew all along. And after telling us this they say "we want to do a pet scan " where was the pet scan months ago? Why isn't treatment starting? What's going on? But no one has answers for that. Other than pop some champagne bottles.Go to another Dr.Do not go here. Your life, honestly depends on it.

LK Nardella
3 months ago
1

This place skips steps that should be done. Wouldn't you think your onchologist for lung cancer would listen to your lungs? I have never seen a stethoscope around his neck. I don't think he has one. Shame on him! You want true care go to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston or Newton. It's like night and day compared to this place. Felt like scrap for over a year going here. One week at Dana-Farber I feel great......like my old self. I did a trial at Mass General in Boston in January of 2017 for stage 4 lung cancer and was great for 6 years. Came back, we all know it can be a Rollercoaster with cancer, and would have died in 2017 if treated in Augusta. Now on another trial that starves your cancer the protein it needs to survive and grow. Please go to either one of these hospitals for your best chance to live. Teaching hospitals are the best as this cancer center does not have the experience and I felt like I was in the Flintstones age with knowledge.

Cynthia Davidson
7 months ago
2

Suggestion for this cancer center:Please upgrade your nursebots to AI models. They are lacking people skills. They don't speak to you unless you prompt them with a guestion.How do I know they are bots?They are too pretty, young, thin (perfect looking actually), smart, efficient and expedient to be all from Augusta Maine!!I know the warm, fuzzy RN's of the past are long gone when they were replaced by med techs, but a real RNs training includes communication skills. I think you can probably remedy the situation by plugging them into a You Tube video!On a positive note, concerairge Jamie at the entrance has such a beautiful smile you can't help feeling an uplifting boost when you enter, then check in dude Paul always makes me want to laugh as he is trying, usually unsuccessfully to do a women's job - until his nap time!Next we are given a clipboard with busywork to do that Noone reads and a beeper. Skip the "take a number"and go to beepers like a resturaunt! Oh so efficient!. But despite the glowing reviews (their site), I find the customet service "lacking" when I descend to the abyss below and become a cog in a wheel on their (well oiled) machine!

Chan Gaming
8 months ago
5

This place has such kind and understanding people, wonderful therapy services, and even treatment for those who are Anemic like me with Iron Infusions. (Low Iron)

jennifer chisum
9 months ago
1

They treated my dad for lung cancer 2022. One day the radiologist walked into his INFUSION which he'd come to by himself and told him ' You're Screwed, it's spread. You probably have 6 weeks. You dont need the infusion.' He had to drive himself home, knowing he'd have to wait days to see his main caregiver Monday to get more info. Friday at 4pm got a phone message canceling his appt. When he called to reschedule they told him since he no longer needed treatment he was no longer their patient. No advice on palliative care, hospice. Nada. Cannot imagine a less caring place.

Sallie Duncklee
10 months ago
5

Sandi Flagg
1 year ago
1

First time here was a storm, Told to come in early, they were closing early. Waited an hour! Should have just waited until my scheduled time!My time is valuable!Mentioned it to nurse and she rudely said, I had to have lunch .Girl on the phone once told me to have a good one .Overall, Very unprofessional!Just go elsewhere!

Jennifer Hansen
1 year ago
2

The doctors speak to their patients in medical jargon and act like there s a cookie fit for all cancers. I would never allow myself or any member of my family get treated here. I believe, though I know my mom would die, she would ve had a better quality of life going somewhere else.

Allen Cross
2 years ago
5

Megan Bowden
2 years ago
5

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