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Substance Use Treatment · Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Freedom House Recovery Center

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Address
110 New Stateside Drive
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27516
Accredited by
CARF
Insurance accepted
4 carriers including Aetna, Cigna

About

About Freedom House Recovery Center

Freedom House Recovery Center operates a comprehensive medical detox program and substance use treatment facility in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Established in 1974, this CARF-accredited center provides medically supervised detox services through their 16-bed facility-based crisis unit with 24/7 medical oversight under Medical Director Dr. James Groce. The detox center serves Orange County, Durham County, Person County, and Warren County with inpatient detox and residential treatment programs.

The facility’s medical detox program includes medication-assisted therapy (MAT) and medically supervised withdrawal management for substance use disorders. Their detox programs operate within a residential treatment framework that combines medical stabilization with ongoing therapeutic support. Clinical Director Christopher Scoville (MSW, MBA, LCSW, LCAS) oversees treatment protocols that integrate individual therapy, group therapy, and medication management during the detox process.

Freedom House Recovery Center follows a person-centered, strengths-based treatment approach for behavioral health and substance use disorders. The facility provides specialized care for co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions, with therapeutic methods including medication management and structured therapeutic groups. Their 24/7/365 mobile crisis team extends urgent intervention services beyond the residential facility.

The center serves diverse populations including veterans, pregnant women, young adults, seniors, and individuals with court-ordered treatment requirements. Multiple insurance carriers are accepted including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealth Group, with sliding-scale fees based on income and financial situation. The facility’s comprehensive approach spans from crisis intervention through aftercare planning, making it suitable for individuals requiring immediate medical detox or longer-term residential substance use treatment.

  • 16-bed facility-based crisis unit with continuous medical supervision for safe withdrawal management
  • 24/7/365 mobile crisis team providing immediate intervention and assessment services
  • CARF-accredited facility with Medical Director Dr. James Groce overseeing detox protocols
  • Medication-assisted therapy (MAT) integrated into medically supervised detox programs
  • Sliding-scale payment options based on income with acceptance of major insurance carriers

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Conditions
Substance Abuse Mental Illness Developmental Disabilities Substance Use Challenges Mental Health Behavioral Health Diagnoses
Methods
Individual And Family Therapy Group Therapy Medication Management Medication Assisted Therapy Mh/su Therapeutic Groups
Populations
Veterans Pregnant Women Young Adults (18-25) Seniors/older Adults Men Women Court-ordered Co-occurring Disorders/dual Diagnosis Children Seniors / Older Adults Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Languages
English
Facility
16-bed Facility-based Crisis Unit 24/7/365 Mobile Crisis Team Six Residential Services Programs

Location

Where it is

110 New Stateside Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27516 Get directions

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Call (919) 942-2803

Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

Freedom House Recovery Center operates a 16-bed facility-based crisis unit providing medically supervised detox services in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The inpatient detox program functions under the oversight of Medical Director Dr. James Groce, delivering 24/7 medical supervision for safe withdrawal management from alcohol, opioids, and other substances.

The facility's medication-assisted therapy (MAT) program integrates FDA-approved medications with clinical support during the detox process. Withdrawal protocols include medication management, individual therapy, and group therapy components designed to stabilize patients during acute withdrawal phases. The detox center's crisis unit provides immediate admission capabilities for individuals requiring urgent medical intervention.

Residential Treatment and Crisis Intervention

Beyond medical detox services, Freedom House Recovery Center operates six residential treatment programs addressing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Clinical Director Christopher Scoville (MSW, MBA, LCSW, LCAS) oversees treatment protocols that combine residential stabilization with therapeutic interventions.

The facility's 24/7/365 mobile crisis team extends services throughout Orange County, Durham County, Person County, and Warren County. This crisis intervention capability allows for immediate assessment and potential admission to the residential facility when urgent medical detox or psychiatric stabilization is required.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

Freedom House Recovery Center accepts multiple insurance carriers for medical detox and residential treatment services, including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealth Group. The facility also accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and state insurance plans for qualifying individuals seeking detox programs.

For those without insurance coverage, self-pay options are available with sliding-scale fees based on income and financial situation. This payment flexibility ensures access to medically supervised detox and withdrawal management services regardless of insurance status or economic circumstances.

Aftercare and Continuing Support

Following completion of medical detox, Freedom House Recovery Center provides comprehensive discharge planning and aftercare coordination. The facility offers naloxone distribution and overdose prevention education as part of their continuing care protocols.

Consumer-run peer support services and alumni programs extend the treatment continuum beyond residential care. These aftercare components help maintain treatment gains achieved during medical detox and residential treatment phases, reducing the likelihood of relapse following program completion.

After Care

Continuing support

Aftercare/continuing Care Discharge Planning Naloxone And Overdose Consumer-run (peer-support) Services / Alumni

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
Aetna Cigna Blue Cross Blue Shield Unitedhealth Group
Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance Self-pay/cash State Insurance Self-pay / Cash
Accreditations
CARF
Note

cost of treatment based on your income and financial situation

Common questions

FAQs About Freedom House Recovery Center

What types of medical detox does Freedom House Recovery Center provide? +
Freedom House Recovery Center provides medically supervised detox through their 16-bed crisis unit with 24/7 medical oversight. The facility offers withdrawal management for substance use disorders including medication-assisted therapy (MAT) under Medical Director Dr. James Groce.
Does Freedom House Recovery Center accept insurance for detox services? +
Yes, the facility accepts multiple insurance carriers including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealth Group. They also accept Medicaid, Medicare, and state insurance plans, with sliding-scale self-pay options based on income.
What areas does Freedom House Recovery Center serve for medical detox? +
The detox center serves Chapel Hill, Durham, Orange County, Durham County, Person County, and Warren County. Their 24/7/365 mobile crisis team provides immediate assessment and intervention throughout these service areas.
How long is the medical detox program at Freedom House Recovery Center? +
The facility operates a 16-bed crisis unit for medically supervised detox with treatment duration determined by individual medical needs. The center also offers residential treatment programs for continuing care beyond the initial detox phase.
What makes Freedom House Recovery Center different from other detox facilities? +
Freedom House Recovery Center is CARF-accredited with nearly 50 years of operation since 1974. The facility combines a 16-bed crisis unit with 24/7/365 mobile crisis services and medication-assisted therapy under dedicated medical director oversight.
Does Freedom House Recovery Center treat co-occurring mental health conditions during detox? +
Yes, the facility specializes in co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis treatment. Their detox programs address both substance use and mental health conditions simultaneously with integrated medication management and therapeutic interventions.
What credentials do staff have at Freedom House Recovery Center? +
Clinical Director Christopher Scoville holds MSW, MBA, LCSW, and LCAS credentials. Medical Director Dr. James Groce oversees medical aspects of detox and withdrawal management, with VP of Quality Assurance Heather Griffin-Dolciney ensuring treatment standards.
Can I get immediate admission to Freedom House Recovery Center for medical detox? +
The facility operates a 16-bed crisis unit and 24/7/365 mobile crisis team for urgent admissions. Contact (919) 942-2803 for immediate assessment and potential admission to their medically supervised detox program.
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