ABOUT NYACK HOSPITAL RECOVERY CENTER
Located in Nyack, N.Y., which is about 36 miles outside of New York City, the Recovery Center at Nyack Hospital offers treatment services for adults struggling with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders. The facility offers both inpatient and outpatient programs, as well as medically monitored detoxification on-site. Ambulatory detox services are also offered on an outpatient basis.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
During admission, clients undergo full evaluations to determine what level of care is needed. In addition to detox and a 24-hour nursing team, the Recovery Center’s inpatient program includes individual counseling, intensive group therapy, and comprehensive addiction education. Clients are also introduced to the 12-step model of recovery.
If needed, clients may receive a psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. Buprenorphine (Suboxone) may also be utilized to treat opioid dependence. Discharge planning begins after admission to encourage clients to utilize aftercare programs such as outpatient programs or community support.
Some inpatient clients may use the intensive outpatient program (IOP) as a step-down continuum of care. The Recovery Center’s IOP is offered during the day and night and includes group therapy, individual counseling, and intense, concentrated life-skills education to help clients build and practice the tools necessary to maintain recovery.
Clients in need of less intensive outpatient care may enter the clinic-level program, which offers specialized therapy groups including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and relapse prevention. Psychiatric evaluations and medication management are also provided, if needed.
In addition, Nyack Hospital Recovery Center offers an outpatient treatment program for teens aged 14 to 17, in which loved ones are encouraged to participate. Together with loved ones and staff, clients develop individualized treatment plans designed to tackle youth-specific issues of recovery. The facility also offers an impaired driver program designed specifically for DUI/DWI offenders.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
In addition to a medical director and an M.D. certified in buprenorphine treatment for opioid dependence, staff includes a board-certified psychiatrist, certified alcohol and substance abuse counselors, licensed clinical social workers, licensed mental health counselors, addiction counselors, a full-time registered nurse, and a 24/7 nursing team.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
There is currently no information provided by Nyack Hospital regarding its living arrangements and related offerings. According to the 2016 National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services, this facility is one of 33% of facilities in New York offering adolescent treatment.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
G.H., the sole alum surveyed by Best-rehabs.com at the time of this writing gave the facility a mostly negative review. The alum indicated he would not recommend Nyack Hospital to his friends and family, and gave the center two out of five stars for its treatment effectiveness. G.H. also gave three stars for the facility’s group counseling, two stars for its lead counselors, and one star for the inclusion of holistic treatments. “Not good if your serious about recovery,” the alum wrote.
Secondary reviews sites revealed mixed opinions of the Recovery Center. On Google reviews, three reviewers to date rated Nyack Hospital’s Recovery Center with one, one, and four out of five stars to date. In writing, reviewer Julie complained of rude phone service, while alum Laura claimed inappropriate staff behavior.
On CiteHealth, two anonymous alumni both gave Nyack Hospital perfect five-star ratings, citing compassionate care as a strength. One alum wrote: “People that run programs are very warm and caring. get a real chance to become free from your addictions here.”
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Carmen, the sole loved one surveyed by Best-rehabs.com to date, also provided a negative review. She gave two-star ratings for the facility’s ability to treat co-occurring disorders and for the level of family participation. “Too many negatives to list…Too upsetting to continue,” Carmen wrote.
WHAT STAFF SAY
The one staffer polled by Best-rehabs.com at the time of this writing gave Nyack Hospital a positive review. She gave the center a perfect five stars for the staff’s level of experience and training, the loyalty of clients and staff, and for its pricing. “Offers exceptional care and treatment for every patient,” the employee wrote.
FINANCING
Nyack Hospital accepts several insurance plans, including private ones such as Aetna, Cigna, and United HealthCare, as well as Medicaid and Medicare.
CONCLUSION
As reported by The Journal News in February 2018, Nyack Hospital has recently began hosting 12-step groups for people recovering from eating disorders.
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