Addiction Recovery Care (ARCA) provides clients with the opportunity to start anew. As a residential drug and alcohol treatment center, ARCA understands that the journey to recovery is challenging. However, it firmly believes that anyone can overcome addiction with the right resources and the desire to change. By combining innovative treatment methods with time-tested 12-Step principles, ARCA offers effective care that focuses on self-discovery, responsibility, personal growth, and accountability.
ABOUT ADDICTION RECOVERY CARE ASSOCIATION, INC. IN WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.
Addiction Recovery Care Association Inc. (ARCA), located in Winston-Salem, N.C., offers residential treatment and medically managed detoxification to adults struggling with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders. As a non-profit agency with over 40 years of experience, ARCA is dedicated to helping individuals overcome their addictions.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
The facility’s treatment program follows the 12 step method. However, individuals with psychiatric disorders, medical conditions requiring constant attention, histories of violent or aggressive behavior, and registered sex offenders are not eligible to receive treatment at ARCA. The detoxification program typically lasts three to five days, while the length of the residential treatment program varies but starts at a minimum of fourteen days.
Clients in the detoxification program receive medication management and administration, as well as 24-hour observation. This program is available for individuals with dependencies on alcohol, benzodiazepines and other sedatives, heroin, and opioids.
In the residential treatment program, clients receive individual and group therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Music Therapy. They also benefit from community guest lectures. Families participate in the treatment program through weekly multi-family therapy and family education groups. Bilingual counselors are available for Spanish-speaking clients. Moreover, ARCA provides post-discharge resources, such as physicals and aftercare referrals, for clients who successfully complete the program.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
The treatment team at ARCA includes an Executive Director, Assistant Director, Nurse Manager, Clinical Supervisor, Facilities Manager, Finance Administrator, and Detox Care Coordinator, as well as other support staff. The staff to client ratio is 3:1, ensuring personalized care.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
ARCA offers 67 beds for adults aged 18 and older. The facility provides breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and implements a bedtime of 11:00 p.m. Participants in the residential program are assigned therapeutic chores and homework assignments, and engage in recreational activities. Each day concludes with an onsite Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous meeting. While clients are not allowed visitors, they have access to the phone during designated periods.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
At the time of this writing, eight alumni have been polled by Best-rehabs.com. The reviews were generally positive, with six out of eight alumni stating they would recommend ARCA to friends or family seeking treatment. They rated the staff experience with an average of 4.3 out of five stars, cleanliness with 4.1 stars, family participation with 3.7 stars, and counseling options with 3.7 stars. However, ARCA scored lower with two stars for holistic offerings, 2.6 stars for exercise and leisure, and 4.7 stars for affordability. Alumni praised the knowledgeable and caring staff and counselors. They also expressed appreciation for ARCA’s assistance to uninsured clients. Some suggestions for improvement included addressing the staff to client ratio, extending the program duration, and updating the facility.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
According to seven friends and family members of clients polled by Best-rehabs.com, ARCA received average ratings. Three out of seven reviewers said they would recommend the facility to others. The facility was rated with an average of 4 out of five stars for staff experience, 4 stars for cleanliness, 3.4 stars for family participation, and 4 stars for counseling options. It received 3.5 stars for holistic offerings, 3.6 stars for exercise and leisure, and 4.4 stars for affordability. One reviewer highlighted the counseling provided for both clients and family members, but suggested offering additional classes and activities to occupy clients’ free time. Another reviewer mentioned that the facility appeared outdated. Also, multiple loved ones believed the program should be longer, stating that patients often leave before fully recovering from their drug dependencies.
FINANCING
The cost of treatment at ARCA is $8,350 for a five-day detox and a fourteen-day residential stay. The facility accepts insurance, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, United Health, and Med Cost. Additionally, financial assistance is available through state and local programs.