The ARC help me get my restore my life. Obviously it's not an easy process but they restore my faith! I can't think of a better place to seek professional care.
About Salvation Army Adult Rehab Center
The Salvation Army Adult Rehab Center is a residential rehab for adult men in Portland, Maine. The Salvation Army actually has these rehab centers throughout the country too.
This is a unique type of drug and alcohol treatment program. It’s largely a work therapy program so you’ll be working in Salvation Army facilities throughout your program. But the key trade-off is that this program is free of charge even if you don’t have insurance or Medicaid or Medicare. Essentially you work in their facilities and they provide you with housing and good and addiction treatment in exchange.
The work therapy can give you a sense of accomplishment and help you learn some job skills for building your career in recovery but that’s not the only way they treat addiction. You’ll have individual counseling too and group counseling to help you work through the issues and challenges that impact your addiction. Along the way you’ll also develop a bond with the other men in the program so you’ll have a strong peer support system.
The Salvation Army is a Christian organization and Christianity plays a core role in the program too. You’ll have spiritual counseling throughout your program and attend services as well.
Clients’ feedback about this program varies a lot. Some say that it was life changing and helped them get their lives on track for good while others say they felt that the work therapy takes advantage of them. Clients also note that there is little to no help here for mental health conditions so this is something to keep in mind if you have a dual diagnosis.
Latest Reviews
I came to the ARC for mental health and anxiety, not for alcohol or drugs. I was told that the program was adapted for people like me. I was lied to, I received no help with my mental needs other than being told to go to my doctor's appointments. The "counselors" are not certified and are disrespectful. The administrator Envoy Taylor was a giant narcissistic man child who will not trust you if you say anything negative about the staff. This place did more harm to mental state than it did to help
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My most recent experience as a resident in the ARC program was very disappointing. The program is very poorly managed by the current Administrator Stephen Taylor. He is a very immature example for for the men and his focus appears to be centered around his own needs and desires rather than those of the men.I was forced to share a room with a man with viral pneumonia which caused me to become very sick as well.I would suggest that leaders in charge of these rehabilitation programs should be focused on the wellbeing of the men and not so much on themselves as in this case.Very poorly managed program with extremely unsafe working conditions at the work therapy warehouse exposing people to potential severe injury and lingering health issues.Someone in a leadership position needs to take a close look at this facility and it s staff before someone is permanently disabled or worse.
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Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient rehabs provide a wide range of programs, services, and treatment schedules to accommodate clients' unique and evolving needs. Many outpatient treatment centers offer evening, night, and weekend services to accommodate clients' work and home schedules. Clients in outpatient treatment typically engage in multiple counseling sessions weekly, including group and family therapy. Many facilities also prioritize recovery-focused life skills training to support clients' sustained sobriety and successful community reintegration. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is also prevalent in outpatient care.
Inpatient Clients entering inpatient rehab can expect to engage in intensive daily treatment, focusing principally on addiction counseling. Inpatient programs generally offer a range of psychotherapeutic options, including CBT, DBT, RBT, and motivational interviewing. Many also prioritize group and family counseling as well as one-on-one therapy. Many inpatient programs also include extensive addiction education and evidence-based holistic therapies, such as meditation and creative arts therapy.
Intensive Outpatient Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) enable clients to remain in or return to their community while receiving high-level treatment. Most rehabs offering intensive outpatient treatment require clients to commit to a minimum of nine therapeutic hours per week, though clients who need more robust care often receive up to 20 hours of service weekly. Treatment modalities vary, but generally include psychotherapy, recovery education, evidence-based holistic therapies, and medication assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and/or opioid addiction.
Partial Hospitalization Program As a form of outpatient rehabilitation, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a flexible option that integrates various therapeutic approaches, including medication management, individual and group therapy, and other behavioral therapy interventions. A partial hospitalization program can be an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a "step-down" from a residential program. PHP treatment is less costly and is often covered by insurance. The length of the program can vary depending on your specific needs, typically averaging 90 days.
24-Hour Clinical Care 24-hour clinical care in Maine provides rehab clients with a more comfortable detox experience. This can lead to better recovery outcomes. Under this care, clients receive treatment for withdrawal symptoms as well as assistance with mental health disorders. This treatment may include medications, nutritional supplements, and professional counseling to address health issues, addiction issues, and co-occurring disorders.
Medically Assisted Detox Medical detox is the process of removing addictive substances from your body while under medical supervision. Quitting alcohol and drugs on your own can cause uncomfortable and even dangerous side effects. In a medically supervised detox, licensed medical professionals monitor you 24/7 to help keep you as safe and comfortable as possible. The process is highly individualized to fit your specific needs, but the medical detox generally takes 5-7 days.
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.
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 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.
Programs
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.
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.
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.
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.
Clinical Services
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.
The therapist engaged in family therapy work with all family members to understand the impact addiction has had on the family unit and individual members. They help develop collective strategies for recovery and facilitate open discussions to help families build resilience and improve interactions. This helps to support their loved one's path to recovery.
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.
Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.
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Contact Information
(207) 774-7818 
88 Preble Street
Portland, ME 04101
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