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Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery

1098 Farmington Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010

3.5 36 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care7 programsOutpatient
Payment5 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedMethadone, Buprenorphine
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationCARFIndependent quality review

StartDrugRehab Score

Our 10-point score combines licensing and accreditation, the levels of care and payment options this facility reports, and patient ratings from Google and StartDrugRehab.com reviewers. Paid or claimed listings never change a score. Read full methodology

How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care1.5 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.49 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.55 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 36 Google reviews (3.5★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery

Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Bristol, Connecticut, located at 1098 Farmington Avenue.

Levels of care offered here include partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a federally certified opioid treatment program (methadone), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, and motivational interviewing. For opioid use disorder, the program uses methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for women, pregnant/postpartum women, men, seniors or older adults, and veterans.

Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery is accredited by CARF and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state mental health department, state department of health, and SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP).

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Contingency management/motivational incentives
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • 12-step facilitation

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Lofexidine
  • Clonidine
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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How Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Community Mental Health Affiliates – Adult Behavioral Health ClinicNew Britain · 6.4 mi · MAT, Outpatient
    2. Farrell Treatment CenterNew Britain · 6.7 mi · Residential, MAT, IOP
    3. Klingberg Family Centers – Outpatient ClinicNew Britain · 6.9 mi

    Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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    Who they serve & support services

    Specialized groups

    • Adult women
    • Pregnant/postpartum women
    • Adult men
    • Seniors or older adults
    • Veterans
    • Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
    • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
    • Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
    • Clients with HIV or AIDS
    • Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
    • Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
    • Clients who have experienced trauma

    Recovery support

    • Housing services
    • Assistance with obtaining social services
    • Mentoring/peer support
    • Employment counseling or training

    Counseling & education

    • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
    • Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
    • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
    • Substance use disorder education
    • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
    • Individual counseling
    • Group counseling
    • Family counseling

    Ancillary services

    • Case management service
    • Early intervention for HIV
    • Mental health services
    • Social skills development
    • Transportation assistance
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, State department of health, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
    Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

    Treatment access in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT

    22Treatment facilities
    1Offer detox
    14Buprenorphine or methadone
    3Offer 24-hour care

    Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT has 22 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 462,220 residents. 1 facility in the county list detox services.

    Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

    Location

    Address1098 Farmington Avenue
    Bristol, CT 06010
    Facility's own phone860-589-6433
    Websiterootcenter.org

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    Questions about Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery

    What services does Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery offer?

    Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery lists the following levels of care: partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), methadone clinic (OTP), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicare, medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

    Does Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery offer detox?

    Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

    Is Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery accredited?

    Yes. Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery reports accreditation from CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

    Who does Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery treat?

    Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult women, pregnant/postpartum women, adult men, seniors or older adults, and veterans.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT?

    Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, CT has 22 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 462,220 residents: 1 list detox services, 14 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 3 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Community Mental Health Affiliates – Adult Behavioral Health Clinic (New Britain, 6.4 miles), Farrell Treatment Center (New Britain, 6.7 miles), and Klingberg Family Centers – Outpatient Clinic (New Britain, 6.9 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    What is Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery's Google rating?

    Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery has a 3.5-star rating from 36 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

    How do I get admitted to Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery directly at 860-589-6433. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery. Our helpline is not affiliated with Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery.

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    Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. Logo courtesy of rootcenter.org. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Hartford Dispensary – Root Center for Advanced Recovery.