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Root Center for Advanced Recovery - Hartford Dispensary/Manchester Clinic

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335 Broad Street, Manchester, CT, Connecticut 06040
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Root Center for Advanced Recovery: Manchester Clinic Overview

The Root Center for Advanced Recovery in Manchester, CT, formerly known as Hartford Dispensary/Manchester Clinic, is a leading private, non-profit behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. Situated at 335 Broad Street, the Manchester clinic has been a cornerstone of support for the community since 2008, currently serving hundreds of patients daily with a focus on holistic, whole-person care.

Commitment to Comprehensive Care

Root Center utilizes proven, evidence-based methods to meet patients wherever they are on their recovery journey. The center’s mission is rooted in serving the whole person, integrating various treatment modalities to ensure coordinated and successful outcomes. This approach involves a comprehensive team of experienced physicians, nurses, counselors, and support staff who collaborate closely with patients and the wider community.

Specialized Addiction Treatment Services

A key focus of the Manchester clinic is treating opioid use disorders, including addiction to heroin, fentanyl, and prescription painkillers. The facility is an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) and offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) using medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone during detox and ongoing treatment. Beyond MAT, the center provides a full spectrum of therapeutic services for both adults and adolescents.

Available treatment services include:

  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Comprehensive Mental Health Services
  • Substance Use Treatment

Clinic Operations and Contact

The Manchester Clinic is conveniently located at 335 Broad Street, Manchester, CT 06040. For general inquiries or to begin treatment, the clinic can be reached by phone at 860-643-3210. Hours of operation are structured to accommodate patient needs, including early morning dosing hours.

Operating Hours:

  • Monday – Friday: 5:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Saturday: 6:00 am – 9:00 am
  • Sunday: Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of addiction does Root Center Manchester treat?

The clinic treats various substance use disorders, with a specialization in opioid use disorders, including addiction to heroin, fentanyl, and prescription painkillers. They also offer general substance use treatment.

Does the clinic offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT)?

Yes, as an Opioid Treatment Program, the Root Center Manchester offers MAT using medications like methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

Do I need to be a resident of Manchester to receive treatment?

While the center primarily serves the Manchester community, it is a key resource in Connecticut for comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment. You should contact the center directly to confirm intake requirements.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service Setting
Outpatient
Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
Regular outpatient treatment
Age Groups Accepted
Children/Adolescents
Gender Accepted
Female
Male
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
Medicare
Medicaid
Private health insurance
Cash or self-payment
Payment Assistance Available
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Type of Opioid Treatment
Buprenorphine maintenance
Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program
Methadone maintenance
Prescribes buprenorphine
Prescribes naltrexone
Use methadone/buprenorphine for pain management or emergency dosing
Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Opioid Medications used in Treatment
Methadone used in Treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
Naltrexone used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Does not treat alcohol use disorder
Pharmacotherapies
Methadone
Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant
Buprenorphine without naloxone
Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
Lofexidine
Clonidine
Medication for mental disorders
Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Assessment/Pre-treatment
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Comprehensive substance use assessment
Interim services for clients
Outreach to persons in the community
Complete medical history/physical exam
Screening for tobacco use
Screening for substance use
Screening for mental disorders
Treatment Approaches
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
12-step facilitation
Recovery Support Services
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
State mental health department
State department of health
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adolescents
Young adults
Adult women
Pregnant/postpartum women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning (LGBTQ)
Veterans
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Clients with HIV or AIDS
Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Clients who have experienced trauma
Testing
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing
Drug or alcohol urine screening
HIV testing
STD testing
TB screening
Metabolic syndrome monitoring
Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV)
Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Transitional Services
Aftercare/continuing care
Discharge Planning
Naloxone and overdose education
Outcome follow-up after discharge
Other Services
Treatment for other addiction disorder
Education and Counseling Services
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Medical Services
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination
Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Facility Smoking Policy
Smoking not permitted
Facility Vaping Policy
Vaping not permitted
Ancillary Services
Case management service
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Language Services
Spanish
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
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