Welcome to McLean Borden Cottage, an esteemed residential treatment facility affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Our specialized recovery programs focus on addressing primary addictions and accompanying psychiatric disorders. As a self-pay residential program, we offer unparalleled treatment in an unsurpassed setting. Our team of expert clinicians specializes in substance abuse recovery, rehabilitation, and relapse prevention, providing motivation and support for individuals working to overcome addiction.
About McLean Signature Recovery Programs – Borden Cottage
Located in Camden, Maine, Borden Cottage is one of two McLean Signature Recovery Programs. We offer luxury, residential treatment for adults facing chemical dependency and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our facility caters to individuals who have recently completed a primary program but may still be at-risk for relapse during early recovery. As an affiliate of McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School, our upscale facility prioritizes the comprehensive treatment of our clients, though we do not provide detoxification services on-site.
Treatment & Assessment
Prior to treatment, clients undergo an initial substance abuse and psychiatric assessment. Borden Cottage’s 30-day residential program is highly individualized, focusing on addressing the mental, physical, and spiritual components of addiction through evidence-based therapeutic modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Our residents regularly participate in individual counseling, group therapy, and health and addiction education to help address underlying factors contributing to addictive behavior. We also implement the 12-step model of recovery, allowing clients to attend meetings, study fellowship literature, and engage in related step-work activities.
The facility also offers a specialized program track for individuals stable in their chemical dependency recovery, but in need of mental health-focused treatment for complete recovery. This includes psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management.
Borden Cottage integrates evidence-based treatments with an array of holistic approaches, including yoga sessions, personalized fitness plans, nutrition education, expressive art therapy, and music therapy. We also provide hands-on support and education for family members and significant others, encouraging their involvement in the recovery process during and after the residential program.
Before discharging a client, our staff works closely with families and clients to develop an effective post-discharge treatment strategy. This may include referrals to outpatient-based treatments, sober housing, and other community-based resources.
Staff Credentials
Supervised by Harvard Medical School-affiliated clinicians who specialize in addiction and related psychiatric conditions, Borden Cottage boasts a staff-to-client ratio of 2:1. Our team includes medical doctors, psychiatrists, licensed clinicians, nurses, and community residence counselors.
Accommodations & Amenities
Situated with panoramic views of the ocean and Penobscot Bay, Borden Cottage offers an intimate and upscale environment for recovery. Our eight-bed home provides residents with well-appointed private bedrooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, king- or queen-size beds, and ocean views.
On-campus amenities include a modern fitness center, an outdoor pool, and a state-of-the-art movie theater. We also feature a fully functioning, vintage bowling alley with a billiards room, arcade, and a 1950s-themed diner. For musicians and music therapy sessions, we have a fully-equipped music studio.
While cell phones and personal computers are permitted on campus, we have guidelines in place to prevent disruptions during therapy and other recovery activities. Additionally, our campus is tobacco-free, though we offer smoking cessation services.
What Alumni Say
One alum, who was polled by Rehabs.com, had generally positive opinions about the facility, praising the accommodations and staff. However, the alum felt the programming was more effective for individuals with co-occurring concerns rather than severe addiction. They rated the facility with two stars for overall effectiveness, describing it as an expensive vacation.
What Staff Say
The one staff member polled by Best-rehabs.com expressed positive opinions about most aspects of the facility. They gave perfect five-star ratings for family participation, overall cleanliness and upkeep, and four-star ratings for treatment staff’s experience and training, counseling options, and ability to treat co-occurring disorders. The staff member praised the trained and compassionate staff, as well as the serene environment suitable for healing and recovery.
Financing
According to our website, Borden Cottage’s program fees start at $2,250 per day or $67,500 per month. We do not accept insurance or assist with insurance reimbursement, although some treatments may be covered by an individual’s insurance.