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Hospital Program · Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Bournewood Hospital Bournewood Health Systems

Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
300 South Street
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467
Accredited by
Joint Commission
Available
24/7 admissions
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About

About Bournewood Hospital Bournewood Health Systems

Bournewood Hospital in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts operates a comprehensive medical detox and addiction treatment program on a 12-acre wooded campus, providing 24/7 medically supervised withdrawal management for adults and adolescents. Founded in 1884 by Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Henry Rust Stedman, this Joint Commission-accredited facility maintains six inpatient units at its Brookline campus and additional satellite locations in Woburn.

The hospital’s detox programs include inpatient medical detox with continuous medical supervision, followed by partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) levels of care for ongoing addiction treatment. Specialized programs address substance use disorders alongside co-occurring conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. Medical staff utilize withdrawal protocols incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) throughout treatment.

Bournewood’s clinical approach emphasizes medically managed detoxification as the foundation for addiction recovery, with protocols designed to safely manage withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. The facility’s hospital-based model ensures immediate access to medical intervention during the detox process, while integrated mental health services address underlying psychiatric conditions that often complicate substance withdrawal.

The treatment center serves adults and adolescents (ages 13-18) throughout Greater Boston, with specialized LGBTQIA+ affirming programs through their Kaleidoscope PHP track. Multiple campus locations in Chestnut Hill, Brookline, and Woburn provide accessibility across the region, while the facility’s 140-year history and hospital affiliation offer medical expertise essential for safe, effective detoxification and withdrawal management.

  • 140-year history providing medical detox with Harvard-trained psychiatric foundation
  • 24/7 hospital-based medical supervision during withdrawal management
  • Multiple campus locations across Greater Boston for accessibility
  • Specialized LGBTQIA+ affirming detox and addiction programs
  • Integrated treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Substance Use Disorder Co-occurring Disorders Adjustment Disorder Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder Depression Intrusive Thoughts PTSD Schizophrenia
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Populations
Adults Adolescents (13-18) Lgbtqia+ Gender-expansive
Facility
12-acre Wooded Campus In Chestnut Hill Six Inpatient Units At Brookline Campus Kaleidoscope Lgbtqia+ Affirming PHP Adolescent Inpatient Unit Woburn Satellite PHP Campus

Location

Where it is

300 South Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

Bournewood Hospital's medical detox programs operate under 24/7 physician supervision, ensuring safe withdrawal management for patients detoxing from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances. The hospital's inpatient detox units provide continuous medical monitoring with immediate access to emergency intervention when complications arise during the withdrawal process.

Following medical stabilization, patients transition to partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient programs that continue addressing both addiction and any co-occurring mental health disorders. This hospital-based model distinguishes Bournewood from residential facilities by providing the medical infrastructure necessary for complex detoxification cases requiring psychiatric medication management or treatment for severe withdrawal symptoms.

Inpatient and Outpatient Detox Programs

The facility operates six inpatient units at its Brookline campus, with specialized tracks for adults and adolescents requiring medically supervised detox. Bournewood's partial hospitalization program allows patients to receive intensive daily treatment while returning home each evening, providing a bridge between inpatient medical detox and outpatient care.

Intensive outpatient programs accommodate working adults and students who have completed medical detox but require ongoing addiction treatment and withdrawal support. The Woburn satellite campus extends access to these services across Greater Boston, while the Kaleidoscope program specifically addresses LGBTQIA+ individuals seeking affirming addiction treatment following detoxification.

Joint Commission Accredited Hospital-Based Treatment

As a Joint Commission-accredited hospital program, Bournewood maintains strict medical standards for detox protocols and withdrawal management procedures. This accreditation ensures that medical detox services meet national healthcare quality benchmarks, providing accountability often absent in non-hospital addiction treatment settings.

The facility's hospital designation allows for comprehensive medical assessment and treatment of conditions that frequently complicate detoxification, including cardiovascular issues, seizure disorders, and severe psychiatric symptoms. Medical staff coordinate detox medications and withdrawal protocols with existing patient medications, ensuring safe interactions during the vulnerable detox period.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Accreditations
Joint Commission

Common questions

FAQs About Bournewood Hospital Bournewood Health Systems

Does Bournewood Hospital provide 24/7 medical supervision during detox? +
Yes, Bournewood operates 24 hours daily with continuous medical supervision for patients undergoing detoxification. The hospital-based program ensures immediate medical intervention is available throughout the withdrawal process.
What substances does Bournewood Hospital treat during medical detox? +
Bournewood provides medically supervised detox for substance use disorders, though specific substances treated are not detailed in available information. The hospital's medical staff can assess individual detox needs during admission evaluation.
Does Bournewood offer detox programs for adolescents? +
Yes, Bournewood serves adolescents ages 13-18 with specialized inpatient units designed for teenage patients requiring medical detox and addiction treatment. The facility maintains separate programming appropriate for adolescent developmental needs.
What happens after completing medical detox at Bournewood? +
Following medical stabilization, patients can continue with partial hospitalization (PHP) or intensive outpatient (IOP) programs at Bournewood's campuses. These programs address ongoing addiction treatment and any co-occurring mental health conditions using CBT and DBT therapeutic approaches.
Is Bournewood Hospital accredited for addiction treatment? +
Yes, Bournewood Hospital holds Joint Commission accreditation, indicating the facility meets national standards for healthcare quality and safety. This accreditation covers their medical detox and addiction treatment programs.
Does Bournewood treat co-occurring mental health disorders during detox? +
Yes, Bournewood specializes in treating substance use disorders alongside co-occurring conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. The hospital's psychiatric expertise addresses mental health issues that often complicate detoxification.
Where is Bournewood Hospital located and what areas do they serve? +
Bournewood's main campus is located at 300 South Street in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Brookline and Woburn. The facility serves patients throughout Greater Boston and surrounding Norfolk County communities.
What makes Bournewood different from other detox centers? +
Bournewood operates as a full hospital program rather than a residential facility, providing immediate access to emergency medical care during detox. The facility's 140-year history, Harvard-trained psychiatric foundation, and specialized LGBTQIA+ programming distinguish it from typical detox centers.
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