Riverbank House

Laconia, New Hampshire

96 Church Street
Laconia, NH 03246

(603) 293-3989
4.6 (34 reviews)

About Riverbank House

Riverbank House provides drug and alcohol addiction services for men in Laconia, New Hampshire. The amenities and serene setting combine to make the Riverbank House a peaceful environment for recovery. During your stay, you’ll have access to a yoga studio, private meditation rooms, on-site river access with fishing gear, kayaks, paddleboards, wireless internet, and more activities to give you a healthy recovery experience.

The idea at Riverbank is to support new beginnings and healthy choices by practicing life-long wellness methods. Rather than an institutional center like other facilities may provide, this is a residential community where most guests remain for at least 90 days. They provide science-based, spiritual recovery methods. A unique aspect of this program is that although it was founded on the 12-step principles, it also explores Buddhist principles to help with recovery so you don’t need to be affiliated with a certain religion to gain from the services.

In the program, you’ll receive strategies that help you remain sober while being a part of the community. You’ll join in activities that challenge you and focus on the entire person, including the mind, spirit, and body. You’ll have a full itinerary that keeps you engaged and free from boredom. The program is designed to aid in anxiety and stress reduction, build healthy sleeping habits, and help you reclaim your life with constructive activities without drugs or alcohol.

Dollar icon Payment Options

  • shield-cross iconPrivate Insurance
  • self-pay iconSelf-pay options
  • financial-aid iconFinancial aid

Medical briefcase icon Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient

Clients undergoing treatment at an outpatient rehab reside in their own homes and engage in counseling and recovery education sessions in the evening, at night, or on the weekend. This ensures clients' access to care while working, caregiving, or attending school. Outpatient treatment is often the next level of care for clients stepping down from inpatient care, though some clients enroll immediately after completing detox. Many programs offer medication assisted treatment (MAT) for those in alcohol or opioid recovery.

inpatient iconInpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. The Riverbank House model provides residential recovery services of unlimited duration — with multiple entry points, individualized pacing of independence, a wide variety of residential options and levels of support, and flexible transition timing. Riverbank House does offer that “traditional” 28-day program, but they encourage the long-term residential care model recommended by experts in the field of opioid addiction.

intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

aftercare iconAftercare

Rehab aftercare programs provide continuing care for clients in an advanced phase of recovery, including those who have completed detox and intensive inpatient treatment. These clients typically have already engaged in many hours of addiction counseling and recovery education. Drug rehab aftercare supports clients in maintaining their sobriety at home, in the workplace, and in the community. Case managers and care teams advise clients on the resources they may need to promote their sustained sobriety.

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).

sober-living iconSober Living Homes

Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care

When you receive 24-hour clinical care in New Hampshire, you benefit from several advantages. You receive 24/7 medical care and support. You also detox in a setting that keeps you away from access to addictive substances. Additionally, doctors prescribed medications that reduce or eliminate withdrawal symptoms. Medical staff also provide other treatment to improve your physical and mental health.

medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox

The aim of a medically supervised detox is to minimize withdrawal symptoms while removing alcohol and drugs from your system under 24/7 medical supervision and keep you as safe and as comfortable as possible. Medical detox is usually the first step in the recovery process as a whole, and it can take about 5-7 days to complete. This process is usually at least partially covered by most insurance plans.

User icon Programs

adult-program iconAdult program

men iconProgram for men

women iconProgram for women

young-adult iconYoung adult Program

Total Beds: 18

House check icon Settings & Amenities

  • basketball iconBasketball court
  • recreation iconRecreation room
  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga studio
  • meditation iconMeditation room
  • wifi iconWiFi
  • pool iconSwimming pool
  • home-setting iconResidential setting
  • private-room iconPrivate rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • lotus iconGardens
  • Walking Trails
  • volleyball iconVolleyball court

Heart icon Treatment

alcohol iconAlcoholism

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.

drugs iconDrug Addiction

Treatment provided at drug rehab in New Hampshire prepares individuals to handle life stressors without using substances. Participants get the tools and support they need to maintain lifelong recovery.

opium iconOpioid 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 iconSubstance 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.

Hand holding medical sign icon Clinical Services

inpatient-file iconCognitive Behavioral Therapy

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.

dialectical iconDialectical Behavior Therapy

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.

intervention iconGroup 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.

mental-health iconIndividual Therapy

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.

desert iconMotivational Interviewing

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.

house-medical iconTrauma Therapy

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.

family iconFamily Therapy

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.

life-skills iconLife Skills

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.

nutritional-therapy iconNutritional Therapy

art-brush iconCreative Arts Therapy

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

nicotine iconNicotine Replacement Therapy

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.

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96 Church Street
Laconia, NH 03246

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4.6 (34 reviews)
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The facilities are very friendly and the service they give you is fast, efficient and useful. Thank you very much for all the help!

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4.6 (33 reviews)
Kevin B
10 months ago
5

Response from the owner2 years ago
Very happy you are doing so well.
Serra Riley
1 year ago
5

Riverbank was a light in a dark tunnel of addiction for our family. From admission to discharge they were supportive in a way we could have never imagined. They truly care and create a great environment for the men that are lucky enough to be there. Highly recommend Mikev and the staff at Riverbank.

Response from the owner1 year ago
So very happy we could help, Thank you for the kind words.
Jeffrey Schilling
1 year ago
5

I can t say enough good things about RBH!! I showed up in October 2016 spiritual bankrupt Not happy to be there. Slowly but surely the staff and camaraderie between the residence help show me a a whole new way of life. Helped show me a new way of thinking an a whole new way of looking at the world. Gave me a solid foundation in the sober community in the lakes region which is where I still live today. I still feel very much part of the RBH community. I still have a lot solid friendships thanks to RBH and I love seeing the guys around town and at meetings. Lotta good memories!! Riverbank house definitely helped push my life in a positive direction and I ll ever be grateful.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Jeff, we love seeing you around and doing so well. Its a testament to the work you have put in!
Alex opidee
1 year ago
5

The experience I had at the Riverbank House changed my life forever in so many ways. I arrived at RBH in February 2016 and begrudgingly agreed to stay for 28 days, I ended up living there for almost 4 years because I just didn t want to leave. The bonds and friendships I formed there still continue to this day. I will forever be grateful for the opportunity at a new life, and how to truly enjoy that life, that was provided to me by the Riverbank. My time at RBH was filled with compassion and laughter and memories I will always cherish. I ve made a lot of mistakes in my life, but going to the Riverbank was certainly not one of them. I am grateful for every single me ever of the Riverbank brotherhood that I got to know during my time there, even that guy with the red beard.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Alex, the new friendships and new way of life are the promises we talk about! keep up the good work.
Kenny Bystrom
1 year ago
5

Riverbank is a great place I would recommend anyone struggling with addiction. They are like family.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Kenny, please stay connected! You are always welcome here.
Dave Emeney
1 year ago
5

First time in Recovery and I m not sure if I would feel the same if it wasn t for going to Riverbank. The amount of support/structure while also nurturing rest/relaxation was key in me staying on the path while the chaos of my life settled down to a manageable volume. Great guys in the house, amazing staff. If you are looking into rehab facilities in your head it s probably time to make the jump. For me it was exactly what I didn t know I needed. 100% recommend.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thanks Dave we're so happy for you !
Grant Parker
2 years ago
5

This place saved my life. I've learned how to live and build relationships that last. As a professional clinician, I have the upmost respect and appreciation for the holistic and professional environment that riverbank house provided me in my time of need.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Thank you Grant for your support!
Tom Ritzman
3 years ago
5

Riverbank helped me help myself when no one else could. They showed me the way and made all of my wildest dreams come true!!!!

Response from the owner2 years ago
So happy for you!
Thomas Biszko
4 years ago
5

I went to riverbank in 2013 as a last resort to try and deal with my addictions. I had been to numerous inpatient and outpatient recovery centers always ending up back in the same place relapsing and back in the same spot fighting my addictionWhen I got to the house I was in a terrible place and did not think I would ever go back to a normal life ,Riverbank allowed me to focus on going back to a normal life by giving me the tools to deal and cope with my addiction and the best part about it all was they gave me time and the opportunity to enjoy the things in life I did before my addiction took over,I went hiking , water skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, to many activities to list, every week was something newFast forward 6 years I m married with a 2 year old daughter , another one on the way, a great wife , great jobI truly believe if it wasn t for randy and the riverbank house I would not be alive today , this place saved my life and numerous other friends I met while I was thereI recommend this to anyone looking for help !Tommy

Response from the owner2 years ago
Glad we could help!
joseph comitino
4 years ago
5

Riverbank house was, and is, still instrumental in my finding success in long-term sobriety. When I first came to Riverbank house, I was a chronic relapser and I had the expectation of a 90 day stay, but what I found was a community and staff that grabbed me by the hand and showed me the way to stay sober. I soon made the decision to stay at Riverbank House for the long-term treatment offering and it was the best decision I ever made. Riverbank House offered me many ways to find my strength in sobriety including 12 Step program, a buddhist approach through meditation and yoga, and inclusion in a community that believed in me before I could believe in myself. I would recommend Riverbank House to anyone seeking a long-term rehab with a proven track record of success.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Thank you Joseph!
Andrew Dobe
4 years ago
5

I arrived at the Riverbank House in a state of reasonableness. Over time with the help of the staff, I developed honesty, open mindedness, and willingness. "RBH", as it is known among the residents, has at every opportunity provided me with the support I need to live with dignity and accountability. It's model of long term treatment is not a requirement for enrollment, however all of my many friends that are still sober today have taken advantage of their 90 day program or have elected to stay even longer. The trend is that when many new residents arrive, after a brief adjustment period, decide to stay long term. I will remain forever grateful to the community, and the staff of RBH for introducing me to a life of sobriety and the tools I need for long term recovery.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Andrew, thank you for your support.
BP S
4 years ago
5

After attending a well known clinical treatment facility I realized something was missing. I found that something at Riverbank House. The many-pathways-to-recovery approach has gotten me back on track and I cannot thank them eniugh for that.

Response from the owner2 years ago
Very happy to help.
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