Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center: Comprehensive Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center, located at 20 Vesper Lane in Nantucket, MA, is dedicated to providing confidential, professional, and high-quality care for adults and youth facing mental health and addiction challenges. As a vital community resource, Fairwinds ensures that all residents are welcome to seek help, regardless of their ability to pay. The center offers a wide spectrum of services focused on promoting long-term health and stability, making it a cornerstone for behavioral health support on the island.
Integrated Substance Misuse Treatment and Recovery
The addiction treatment program at Fairwinds is designed to address substance misuse holistically, acknowledging the complex interplay between substance use and mental well-being. This approach focuses on personalized care, integrating various therapeutic modalities to meet the unique needs of each individual client. The commitment is to not only facilitate sobriety but also to equip clients with the necessary coping skills and support systems for sustained recovery.
Key Program Components
Fairwinds utilizes evidence-based practices delivered by experienced professionals. The program’s foundation includes:
- Addiction Treatment and Recovery Therapy: Offering individual and group sessions designed to explore underlying issues, behavioral patterns, and strategies for change.
- Peer Recovery Coaching: Providing support through individuals with lived experience who offer guidance, motivation, and practical assistance in navigating the recovery journey.
- Community Support Program (CSP): Linking clients with essential community resources and providing necessary practical support to stabilize their lives during recovery.
- Individualized Medication Plans: When appropriate, medication management is integrated into the treatment plan to aid in the recovery process, overseen by clinical staff.
Beyond the specialized addiction services, clients benefit from access to general therapy and counseling for individuals, couples, and families, as well as psychological assessment and testing. This comprehensive environment ensures that co-occurring mental health issues are addressed simultaneously, greatly enhancing the potential for successful long-term recovery.
Crisis Support and Accessibility
Fairwinds provides critical support through its 24/7/365 Core Clinic and Crisis Services. For urgent behavioral healthcare needs related to substance use or mental health, the Nantucket Emergency Mental Health Hotline is available at 508.221.3315. The Fairwinds Crisis Team offers mental health assessments, treatment planning, stabilization support, and grief counseling, ensuring immediate help is accessible to the Nantucket community during critical times. The center’s dedication to providing immediate and ongoing support underscores its mission as Nantucket’s primary behavioral health provider.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What services are available for families dealing with addiction?
Fairwinds offers Family Services and counseling for couples and families to help loved ones understand addiction, improve communication, and heal together throughout the recovery process.
Do I need insurance to receive treatment?
No. Fairwinds welcomes all members of the community regardless of their ability to pay, ensuring financial barriers do not prevent access to essential mental health and addiction services.
How can I access emergency help for a mental health crisis?
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, you can call or text the dedicated crisis line at 508.221.3315, which is available 24/7, or call 911.
