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Information and Resources for Providers

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) SBIRT can help health care and other professionals determine whether someone uses alcohol and/or drugs in unhealthy ways.
A brief description of each of the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services program types including eligibility criteria.
Training and Continuing Education
- AdCare Educational Institute provides training, conferences, forums, and other continuing education events. Most are free due to funding from the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS).
- Center for Social Innovations - Praxis: HIV/AIDS, Opioid Overdose Prevention, etc.
- Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR): Tobacco, Parenting, Trauma-Informed Care, etc.
- Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling: Gambling Addiction
Careers of Substance: Careers of Substance is a central resource for anyone involved in preventing, intervening in, treating, and supporting recovery from addictions in Massachusetts.
Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) ATTC is a nationwide, multidisciplinary resource that draws upon the knowledge, experience and latest work of recognized experts in the field of addictions.
New England Institute of Addiction Studies (NEIAS) The New England Institute of Addiction Studies is dedicated to the education of professionals, volunteers, and the general public concerning alcohol and drug prevention and treatment issues.

Tools for educators

The Attorney General's Office and the GE Foundation have announced the launch of Project Here, an initiative that will make educational resources available to public middle schools at no cost with the goals of raising awareness about the risks and consequences of substance use, de-stigmatizing the disease of addiction, and promoting healthy decision-making. Information about the program and registration can be found at Project Here website.
Recovery High School programs, as set forth in M.G.L. c. 71, § 91, provide a structured plan of recovery for students diagnosed with substance use disorder or dependency and offer the student a comprehensive four-year high school education. Recovery High School programs are not autonomous schools or school districts; they are public programs operated by a school district or an education collaborative. Recovery High School programs are educational options for students needing support for recovery from addiction, combined with a comprehensive high school education. To support students with disabilities who are attending Recovery High School programs, there is an administrative advisory entitled: Recovery High Schools and Students Eligible for Special Education.
What Schools Can Do: Creative Ways Franklin County and North Quabbin Schools are Implementing DESE Guidance on Substance Use Prevention
- https://frcog.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/What-Schools-Can-Do-2017.pdf

MASSACHUSETTS ADDICTION SERVICES FOR YOUTH

DPH BSAS #: (617) 624-5111

Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: 1- 800 327-5050/ https://helplinema.org/for-parents/

Targeted Intervention

The Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) currently provides funding and support to three school-based targeted intervention programs. These programs currently work with students’ ages 8-13 that have been identified as “at-risk” for future substance use/abuse by their teachers, families or community support providers. These programs include:

Wediko Children’s Services: Paul A. Dever Elementary School, Boston
Wediko Children’s Services: Michael J. Perkins Elementary School, Boston
North Suffolk Mental Health: Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School, Winthrop

Outpatient Therapy

Many agencies are licensed by the BSAS to offer outpatient individual, group, or family therapy for young people experiencing problems with alcohol, marijuana, and other drugs. There are some agencies that have clinicians specifically trained and certified to offer youth and young adult substance use treatment. The Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA) is a developmentally-appropriate behavioral treatment for youth and young adults 12- 24 years old with substance use disorders. The model is delivered in the community and typically involves weekly sessions which can include parent/caregivers.

Advocates - A-CRA, 354 Waverley Street, Framingham, MA 01702; (508) 628-7330
Behavioral Health Network – ACRA, 110 Maple Street, Springfield, MA 01105 (413) 737-2439
The Brien Center - ACRA Outpatient, 60 Cottage Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230; (413) 528-9155
The Brien Center - ACRA Outpatient, 251 Fenn Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201; (413) 499-0412
Center for Human Development - A-CRA, 367 Pine Street , Springfield, MA 01105; (844) 243-4357
Center for Human Development - A-CRA, 46 Park St. , West Springfield, MA 01089; (844) 243-4357
Family Continuity - A-CRA, 360 Merrimack Street, Bld 9, 3rd Floor , Lawrence, MA 01843; (978) 687-1617
Family Continuity - A-CRA, 76 Church St., Suite 301 , Whitinsvilles, MA 01588; (508) 234-4181
High Point Treatment Center, 10 Meadowbrook Road, Brockton, MA 02301; (508) 742-4424
High Point Treatment Center, 2 School Street, Plymouth, MA 02360; (508) 830-1234
High Point Treatment Center, 1233 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360; (800) 233-4478
High Point Treatment Center, 4 Post Office Square , Taunton, MA 02780; (508) 823-5291
High Point Treatment Center , 68 North Front Street , New Bedford, MA 02740; (508) 994-0885
High Point – Middleborough, 52 Oak Street, Middleborough, MA 02346; (774) 213-8535
IHR - A-CRA/ SAFE Project, 105 Chauncy Street, Ste 602, Boston, MA 02111; (617) 661-3991
IHR - A-CRA/ SAFE Project, 349 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139; (617) 661-3991
IHR - A-CRA/ SAFE Project, 97 Central Street, Ste 207, Lowell, MA 01852; (617) 661-3991
Justice Resource Institute – Counseling/Outpatient Services for Youth, 140 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703; (508) 222-7525
Justice Resource Institute - Counseling / Outpatient Services for Youth, 110 Boston Street, Salem, MA 01970; (978) 744-7905
Justice Resource Institute - Counseling / Outpatient Services for Youth, 3 Blackburn Center, Gloucester, MA 01930; (978) 283-7198
Lahey Health Behavioral Services - A-CRA, 800 Cummings Center, Suite 364-U, Beverly, MA 01915; (978) 867-7137
Lahey Health Behavioral Services – A-CRA, 26 Parkridge Road, Suite 2B, Haverhill, MA 01835; (978) 867-7137
Lahey Health Behavioral Services – A-CRA, 12 Methuen Street, Lawrence, MA 01841; (978) 867-7137
MGH ARMS Program, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114; (617) 643-4699
North Suffolk Mental Health – A-CRA, 301 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150; (617) 388-1594
North Suffolk Mental Health - A-CRA, 14 Porter St. , East Boston, MA 02128; (617) 388-1594
North Suffolk Mental Health – A-CRA, 265 Beach Street, Revere, MA 02151: (617) 388-1594
Youth Opportunities Upheld Inc. (Y.O.U.) - Counseling / Outpatient Services, 81 Plantation Street, Worcester, MA 01604; (508) 849-5600

Youth Detoxification and Stabilization

Short-term, co-ed residential programs that provide youth ages 13-20 with assessment, clinical treatment, supervision, and medical monitoring to help with detoxification and clinical stabilization. Staff make referrals to appropriate aftercare services, supports, and resources for young people and their families. The length of stay varies based on treatment needs.

Motivating Youth Recovery - MYR Unit, Worcester, MA 01610, (508) 860-1244
- (Ages: 13-17; Coed)
The CASTLE - Clean And Sober Teens Living Empowered, Brockton, MA, (508) 638-6000
- (Ages: 16-20; Coed)

Youth Residential Treatment Programs

Residential treatment for youth ages 13-20 experiencing health, emotional, family, and/or social problems due to their alcohol or other drug use and are not actively requiring withdrawal symptom management. This is intended for youth who have not been able to address their substance use problems in less intense levels of care. Services include assessment, comprehensive substance use treatment, psycho-education on a variety of topics relating to health and wellbeing, life skills enhancement, vocational/educational support, recovery support, parent/caregiver support, and aftercare planning. The length of stay varies based on treatment needs.

Goodwin House, Chicopee, MA 01013, (413) 316-1642
- (Ages 13-17; Male)
Highland Grace House, Worcester, MA 01602, (774) 420-2143
- (Ages 13-17; Female)
Cushing House for Boys, Boston, MA 02127, (617) 269-2933
- (Ages 16-20; Male)
Cushing House for Girls, Boston, MA 02127, (617) 269-2933
- (Ages 16-20; Female)

Transition Age Youth & Young Adult Residential Treatment Programs

Residential programs provide a structured environment for young people ages 18-25 in an alcohol and drug-free residential treatment setting. Services include assessment, comprehensive substance use treatment, mental health counseling referrals, case management and coordination, psycho-education on a variety of topics relating to health and well-being, life skills enhancement, vocational/educational support, recovery support, parent/caregiver support, and aftercare planning. Average length of stay depends on individual treatment and recovery goals.

Spectrum Young Adult Program, Westborough, MA 01581, (508) 898-1570
- (Ages 18-25; Male)
Pegasus House, Lawrence, MA 01841, (978) 687-4257
- (Ages 18-25; Female)
Cornerstone, Ware, MA 01082, (413) 758-4050
- (Ages 18-25; Female)

Medication Assisted Treatment/ Withdrawal Management

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies for the treatment of substance use disorders. Research shows that MAT is effective in successfully treating substance use disorders, and can help some people to sustain recovery. For more information on MAT for youth and young adults: American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement. Duration of treatment is determined by the prescribing medical professional and based on individual treatment goals. [Appropriate for ages 16-25]

BMC CATALYST Program, 801 Massachusetts Ave 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 0211; (617) 414-6655
The Brien Center- Outpatient Counseling, 124 American Legion Drive, North Adams, MA 01247; (413) 664-4541
The Brien Center for Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, 333 East Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201; (413)499-0412
The Brien Center for Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, 60 Cottage St , Great Barrington, MA 01230;(413) 528-9155
Children's Hospital - Counseling / Outpatient Services for Youth, 300 Longwood Avenue Children's Hospital Boston - Fegan 10, Boston, MA 02115; (617) 355-2727
Duffy Health Center, 94 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601; (508) 771-9599
High Point Treatment Center, 10 Meadowbrook Road, Brockton, MA 02301; (508) 742-4424
High Point Treatment Center, 2 School Street, Plymouth, MA 02360; (508) 830-1234
High Point Treatment Center, 1233 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360; (800) 233-4478
High Point Treatment Center, 4 Post Office Square , Taunton, MA 02780; (508) 823-5291
High Point Treatment Center , 68 North Front Street , New Bedford, MA 02740; (508) 994-0885
High Point – Middleborough, 52 Oak Street, Middleborough, MA 02346; (774) 213-8535
MGH ARMS Program, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114; (617) 643-4699

Recovery High School (RHS)

Public high schools for youth ages 14-21 that provide educational environments suited to support youth recovering from SUD. They serve 30-50 students per school and are supported through blended funding from the Commonwealth, local school districts, and educational collaboratives. The model offers a unique opportunity for students to receive support for their recovery within an academic setting consistent with Massachusetts State Standards. Students with a diagnosed SUD can attend a recovery high school by choice as a referral from a student’s sending district is not required.

Independence Academy, 460 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301; (508) 510-4091
Liberty Preparatory Academy, 37 Alderman Street, Springfield, MA 01104; (413) 750-2484
North Shore Recovery High School, 502 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915; (987) 922-3305
Rockdale Recovery High School, 20 Rockdale Street, Worcester, MA 01606; (508) 854-4939
William J. Ostiguy High School, 19 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111; (617) 348-6070

Parent and Family Support

Services include assistance with family interventions, support groups for concerned family members, psychoeducation, and web-based skills development.

Learn to Cope: http://www.learn2cope.org/
Allies in Recovery (AiR): https://alliesinrecovery.net/

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