Helen Hunt Health Center: Comprehensive Outpatient Substance Use Treatment
Located in Old Town, Maine, the Helen Hunt Health Center, part of the PCHC network, provides essential outpatient treatment for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This facility is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care, offering a variety of therapeutic interventions designed to support both adults and young adults on their path to recovery.
Program Focus and Services
The center specializes in substance use treatment and is equipped to assist clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, addressing the complex interplay between these conditions. The care model emphasizes accessibility and structured support in an outpatient setting, ensuring individuals can receive necessary treatment while maintaining their daily responsibilities.
Treatment is multi-faceted, incorporating various evidence-based approaches to address the behavioral, cognitive, and medical aspects of addiction. Key services and therapies available include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Relapse Prevention
- Brief Intervention
- Anger Management
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
A crucial component of the program is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The Helen Hunt Health Center utilizes prescribed medications in conjunction with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a comprehensive approach to recovery. Medications used may include:
- Buprenorphine with naloxone
- Acamprosate (Campral®)
- Disulfiram
- Naltrexone (including extended-release, injectable forms)
The facility also provides thorough assessment and testing services, including comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments, as well as a complete medical history and physical exam to ensure treatment plans are tailored to individual needs. The center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, helping to make high-quality treatment accessible to the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does the Helen Hunt Health Center offer inpatient or residential treatment?
No, the center operates exclusively as an outpatient facility, offering regular outpatient treatment and outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment.
2. What age groups are accepted into the treatment program?
The center accepts both adults and young adults for substance use disorder treatment.
3. Does the center offer help for conditions beyond substance use?
Yes, the program provides treatment for clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, addressing both conditions simultaneously.
