York County Shelter Programs, Inc.

147 Shaker Hill Rd
Alfred, ME 04002

York County Shelter Programs ME 4002

About York County Shelter Programs, Inc.

York County Shelter Programs is an Alfred, Maine, alcohol and drug rehab providing community based services for adults and families experiencing homelessness. They have inpatient rehab, outpatient care, and aftercare for alcohol, drugs, opioids, and mental health. Clients can access evidence based treatment, medication assistance treatment (MAT), housing assistance, a food pantry, vocational training, and more.

Their 3-6 month residential program provides a structured environment for people in the criminal justice system. Clients live onsite while participating in individual and group counseling, family support groups, mentoring, case management, and 12 Step groups. They provide GED and higher education assistance, art therapy, exercise classes, and pet therapy.

Clients can receive outpatient services in tandem with shelter. They may offer individual and group counseling to help clients recognize and change the behaviors contributing to their situation. Clients may also access services, such as 12 step groups, case management, vocational training, and educational classes.

Their compassionate team provides ongoing counseling and support for clients who complete an initial program. They also assist clients in finding permanent housing.

Clients with alcohol or opioid addictions may participate in MAT coupled with therapy to manage cravings while promoting long term recovery.

York County Shelter Programs is available to clients at no cost. Still, you may be peer referred for paid medical, mental health, or addiction recovery services. Major insurance companies, including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, ComPsych, Magellan Health, and others, may cover some costs of these services. Out of network benefits typically vary. Contact your provider to verify your insurance.

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York County Shelter Programs, Inc. 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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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.

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.

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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
YCSP's Intensive Outpatient Program is available through for individuals throughout the community that are in need and suffering from addiction. Homelessness is not a requirement to access treatment. This is a 6-week program utilizing both individual and group counseling. Additionally, these services, like all YCSP programs, are available for people with and without a payor source. There is Free Care available and IOP & DEEP Program Manager, Kate Meredith, LCPC, LADC, CCS, is working on a a 6-month Aftercare service for those that have completed IOP.
aftercare iconAftercare
12-step icon12-Step
Participants in 12 step programs receive ongoing peer coaching and support as they cultivate understanding, accountability, and acceptance as a condition of their recovery journey. Though 12 step recovery is rooted in the belief in a higher power as a cornerstone of sustained sobriety, religious affiliation is not required. Regular attendance at 12 step meetings is expected. These meetings are free, peer-led, and available multiple times per day, 365 days per year, in most communities.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
The best time for a drug intervention in Maine is when you think a loved one needs help with substance use and they are not seeking it. A drug intervention is an organized effort to confront them and share how their behavior has affected those around them. Intervention services can provide an intervention specialist to walk you through this process.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically 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.

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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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

Cognitive behavioral therapy in Maine is a form of talk therapy. It involves a limited number of sessions during which the therapist helps the client become aware of negative thinking and replace it with positive thought patterns. This in turn helps the individual respond to challenges in healthier ways.

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 goal of motivational interviewing in Maine is twofold. First is to increase your motivation to change. Second is to help you make a commitment to change. The process involves allowing you to express your views and concerns out loud. The therapist will listen affirm and encourage you to make the changes you desire in your 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.

Amenities

  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Contact Information

Phone icon (207) 324-1137
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147 Shaker Hill Rd
Alfred, ME 04002

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The people who work in this place are very rude and make everything a problem. They didn't make me feel at all comfortable with the service I received, I really want to make changes in my life that is why I decided to look for another place to receive professional help.

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

Jim Sweeney
2 months ago
4

Todd Gilbert
4 months ago
5

Christy Rousseau
6 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
9 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
2 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
2 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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