YCSP – York County Shelter Programs

147 Shaker Hill Road Alfred, ME 04002
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YCSP - York County Shelter Programs ME 4002

About YCSP – York County Shelter Programs

York County Shelter Programs, Inc. is committed to helping people in Alfred, Maine who are battling substance abuse. They provide a residential treatment program in collaboration with the government and the district attorney’s office of York County. They also offer an outpatient substance abuse treatment program for those who have finished treatment.

Their goal is to address the fundamental causes of homelessness. People are matched with a navigator upon arrival at the shelter. The navigator helps them identify the events and causes that led to their crisis. Then they help them find the resources and support they need to heal.
Psychiatrists, mental health specialists and skilled substance abuse counselors are among their staff members. They offer advice to patients who need medication.

Beyond simply providing a place to stay, this facility assists people in facing and overcoming the obstacles that have led to their homelessness. For those overcoming alcohol and drug addiction they have a dedicated six month residential treatment program that offers intense support. This comprehensive program also supports people who are involved in the criminal justice system options by allowing them to pursue treatment rather than incarceration.

A variety of services such as 12 step support groups, group and individual counseling and medication assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid withdrawal are available to residents at this 24-bed facility. Case workers, mentors and family support groups will help clients plan for life after graduation. Aftercare services provide ongoing assistance for program participants.

The facility offers access to nearby adult education classes for individuals who are pursuing a high school diploma or enrolling in college. They also provide pet therapy, art therapy and exercise classes.

Latest Reviews

Christy Rousseau
8 months ago on Google
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I love everything that York County Shelter Programs stands for and is trying to do, but for 17 years they keep placing drug addicts and dealers right in the middle of a neighborhood full of children. Enough is enough !!!!
Brian Arborio
10 months ago on Google
5
Good ppl. Competent Staff. The program works for those who are ready to accept the help and direction back to long term housing.
Chris Leatham
1 year ago on Google
1
says open 24 hrs.. its 1030am, doors are locked, no one answering when rining door bell and no one answering the phone... just trying to donate some baby stuff to help out..
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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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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.
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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Treatments

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.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

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

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.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

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.

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.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Contact Information

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147 Shaker Hill Road
Alfred, ME 04002

Fact checked and written by:
Sehar Uddin
Edited by:
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Reviews of YCSP – York County Shelter Programs

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Meeting these people was one of the greatest blessings in my life, I really like their very human treatment, they always want to give their best to help others.

Reviewed on 3/14/2019
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Ryan
4 months ago
5

Jim Sweeney
4 months ago
4

Todd Gilbert
6 months ago
5

Christy Rousseau
8 months ago
1

I love everything that York County Shelter Programs stands for and is trying to do, but for 17 years they keep placing drug addicts and dealers right in the middle of a neighborhood full of children. Enough is enough !!!!

Brian Arborio
11 months ago
5

Good ppl. Competent Staff. The program works for those who are ready to accept the help and direction back to long term housing.

Chris Leatham
1 year ago
1

says open 24 hrs.. its 1030am, doors are locked, no one answering when rining door bell and no one answering the phone... just trying to donate some baby stuff to help out..

Diane Kaminski
2 years ago
5

What a wonderful organization to work with. I was able to make several donations to the gem and they were so gracious. Considering doing volunteer work for them. Staff was exceptional

ursula hilton
2 years ago
1

Don't deal with them

Aaron Lovejoy
3 years ago
5

Great not for profit company thats 100% volunteer based company. They do a lot of great thing's in the community and for the community of York County. One of the amazing thing's they do is offer a Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center free of charge to York County residents. They also offer a Men and Woman's Shelter in Alfred, ME. I cannot say enough good things about this place. They do an amazing job and I really hope they keep up the amazing job they do, do because they are truly the very BEST at all they do for the community and the people in York County. I'm happy to say I was once part of some of the things York County Shelter Program's do. They have forever changed my life for the very best and thats exactly what they aim to do is to better people and their lives. :)

Lindsay Perkins
3 years ago
5

I attend counseling & Dr's appointments which are more convenient for all of on the grounds of YCSP

Pete Coburn
3 years ago
5

Jessica Amato
3 years ago
5

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