2500 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Cambridge, Massachusetts, located at 2500 Massachusetts Avenue. The Counseling and Administrative Offices program is operated by North Charles Institute for the Addict.
Its services include detox (medically supervised withdrawal), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a federally certified opioid treatment program, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, and relapse prevention. For opioid use disorder, the program uses methadone.
North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices accepts government funding for substance use treatment, Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and SAMHSA funding/block grants. 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.
North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices is accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state department of health, and SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP).
Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and outcome follow-up after discharge.
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) · Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
| Licensing & accreditation | State substance use treatment agency, State department of health, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) |
|---|---|
| Ages accepted | Young Adults, Adults, Seniors |
| Operated by | Private non-profit organization |
| Exclusive services | Opioid use disorder clients only |
2500 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02140
Facility's own contact617-661-5700 · northcharles.org
North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices lists the following levels of care: detox, outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), methadone clinic (OTP), and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
According to SAMHSA data, North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices accepts government funding for substance use treatment, medicare, medicaid, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and samhsa funding/block grants. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (877) 847-2855 for a free benefits check.
Yes. North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including opioids detoxification.
Yes. North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices reports accreditation from CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.
North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult men.
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices directly at 617-661-5700. To compare North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices with other options and verify your insurance, call our admissions helpline at (877) 847-2855. Our helpline is not affiliated with North Charles Institute for the Addict – Counseling and Administrative Offices.
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