Top 18 Alcohol & Drug Rehab Centers in Fall River, MA & Free Treatment Resources

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If you are in need of treatment at an alcohol or drug rehab in Fall River, MA, you can choose from nearly 100 treatment centers within 25 miles. Despite its seafaring charm, Fall River has been named the most dangerous city in Massachusetts, and the second most dangerous in all of New England.1 Drug trafficking and related drug abuse are one piece of this crime scene. Fall River has become a hub for drug shipments, with heroin and other drugs arriving regularly to be sold in the city and the surrounding region. In particular, opioid statistics have been on the rise.

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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Statistics in Fall River, MA

The following include substance abuse stats in Fall River and Bristol County:2,3,4,5,6

Levels of Substance Abuse Care

Several levels of care are available for addiction treatment, based on types of needs.

Alcohol and Drug Detoxification

Detox occurs under medical supervision at a hospital, residential, or outpatient facility. It is the process of safely and comfortably removing drugs or alcohol from your system. Once detox is complete, you can transition to the next step of treatment.

Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Inpatient or residential treatment involves staying at the rehab facility to receive 24/7 supervised care. Treatment interventions in this setting typically include individual and group therapy, recreational therapy, nutritional counseling, and medication.

Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs)

Massachusetts residents who participate in a PHP live at home while receiving treatment services at a hospital. Treatment often includes many of the same methods as inpatient care, but you return home during non-treatment hours.

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs)

IOPs allow Massachusetts residents to attend counseling sessions several days a week while spending the rest of their time at home, at work, or fulfilling other obligations.

Standard Outpatient

Standard outpatient care is the least intensive treatment option. It involves one to two hours of treatment per week. Highly motivated people with a strong support system are good candidates for this level of treatment.

Relapse Prevention

Also called aftercare, relapse prevention is for Massachusetts residents who have completed a rehab program. It includes ongoing support such as 12-step groups, SMART recovery, and therapy.

How to Pay for Substance Addiction Treatment in Fall River, Massachusetts

Private Insurance

Every insurance provider is required by law to cover substance abuse and mental health treatment services to some extent. Contact your provider to learn about the specific coverage they offer, which varies by company.

Massachusetts Medicaid

In Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) are rolled into one program, called MassHealth. MassHealth members may be able to cover the cost of rehabilitation treatment services through this government-funded program. Massachusetts residents must apply for benefits, and the treatment provider must accept MassHealth as a method of payment.

Massachusetts Medicare

Massachusetts Medicare is a program funded by the government to provide coverage for Massachusetts residents who are 65 or older, have been on Social Security Disability Insurance for two years, or have end-stage renal disease or Lou Gehrig’s disease. Medicare covers the cost of addiction treatment services; however, some rehab facilities don’t accept Medicare methods of payment, so always check before enrolling in treatment.

Sliding Scale Rehabs

Sliding scale rehab programs charge fees based on income, so you only pay what you can reasonably afford. To qualify for sliding scale rehab in Massachusetts, you may have to provide proof of income.

TRICARE in Massachusetts

Massachusetts TRICARE (North region) is a program funded by the government to provide health insurance coverage for military personnel, veterans, and their families. TRICARE covers addiction treatment services for these individuals.

IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs

Indian Health Services drug rehabs offer addiction treatment free of charge for Indigenous people and Alaskan Natives. This coverage is provided even if other insurance is available.

Visitor Information: Traveling to and Within Fall River, MA

fall river massachusettsSituated on the eastern shores of Mount Hope Bay, at the mouth of the Taunton River, Fall River is a short 18 miles from Providence, RI, and a quick 90-minute jaunt from Boston. With a population of just under 90,000, Fall River offers mid-city amenities with proximity to big-city opportunities. This Bristol County town is filled with nautical attractions, historical sites, and local Portuguese flavor.

For those spending time in Fall River for drug treatment or visiting a loved one in treatment, here are a few tips about the area.

  • Popular attractions in Fall River include Battleship Cove, the Borden house, the Historical Society, and Heritage State Park.
  • Providence, Boston, and the Cape make great day-trip destinations from Fall River.
  • Home to the largest population of Portuguese descendants in America, Fall River offers tastes of Portuguese culture in local bakeries, markets, and restaurants.
  • For unique accommodations, visitors can stay in the Borden home – now a first-class bed & breakfast.
  • The Southeastern Regional Transit Authority offers fixed route and demand-response bus service to Fall River.
  • People who live in Fall City generally consider the northwest part of the city to be the safest.
  • The nearest airport is New Bedford Regional Airport (10.5 miles away).
  • Additional nearby airports include Providence (15 miles), Theodor Francis Green Memorial State Airport (26 miles), and Boston (47 miles).

Massachusetts Alcohol and Drug Laws

Policy makers in Massachusetts have enacted the following laws related to alcohol and drug use and possession:1,2,3,4,5

9-1-1 Good Samaritan Law: Passed in Massachusetts in 2012, this law states that anyone who calls 9-1-1 for an overdose emergency will not be charged with possession of a controlled substance. The policy was created to encourage people to get emergency help during overdose situations.

Naloxone Standing Order: The Massachusetts Act for Prevention and Access to Appropriate Care and Treatment of Addiction allows pharmacies to dispense Naloxone, without a prescription, to anyone at risk of opioid overdose and to others who are in a position to assist those at risk.

Marijuana Decriminalization: As of 2016, recreational use of marijuana is legal in Massachusetts for adults 21 years and older. Adults can have up to one ounce on their person and 10 ounces in their home, but any amount over one ounce must be kept locked up, and marijuana cannot be used in public or on federal property. Residents of Massachusetts can also grow up to six cannabis plants for single-adult households or 12 plants for larger households.

Zero Tolerance Law: In Massachusetts, the legal BAC for drivers under 21 years of age is 0.02% instead of 0.08%. Violation of this law can result in up to three years of license suspension, 2.5 years in prison, up to $5,000 in fines, and a suspended license.

Drug Classes: To establish criminal penalties for violation of drug law, Massachusetts has established five classes of controlled substances. Class A includes opioids. Class B includes cocaine. Class C includes some narcotics. Class D includes marijuana. Class E includes narcotics that contain additional substances.

Resources

  1. Fall River, Massachusetts – Alcohol detox and drug rehab centers. (2020, November 4). Bedrock Recovery Center. https://bedrockrecoverycenter.com/new-england-drug-rehab-centers/massachusetts/fall-river/
  2. Paiva, K. (2020, June 10). Massachusetts opioid deaths continue decline, but not in Bristol County, Fall River. Fall River Reporter. https://fallriverreporter.com/massachusetts-opioid-deaths-continue-decline-but-not-in-bristol-county-fall-river/
  3. Winokoor, C. (2020, December 16). Fall River overdose deaths are down, but is there a “delayed” COVID effect? The Herald News. https://www.heraldnews.com/story/news/drugs/opioid-crisis/2020/12/16/fall-river-overdose-deaths-declining-counselors-fear-delayed-effect-opioids-fentanyl-addiction-covid/3899921001/
  4. Cooney, A. (2021, December 29). Here’s what Fall River did to fight the opioid epidemic in 2021 and what to expect in 2022. The Herald News. https://www.heraldnews.com/story/news/2021/12/29/fall-rivers-fight-against-opioid-epidemic-continues-2022/8986225002/
  5. Top 10 cities in Massachusetts – Opioid abuse – Bedrock. (2020, March 4). Bedrock Recovery Center. https://bedrockrecoverycenter.com/articles/top-cities-ma-opioid-abuse/
  6. Bristol County, MA drug-related crime rates and MAps. (n.d.). CrimeGrade.Org. Retrieved September 26, 2022, from https://crimegrade.org/drug-crimes-bristol-county-ma/

 

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