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Northshire UCS – Manchester

5312 Main Street Route 7-A, Manchester Center, VT 05255

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Levels of care4 programsOutpatient
Payment6 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesTeens & adultsAll genders
MATOfferedNaltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

StartDrugRehab Score

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How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.9 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6

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About Northshire UCS – Manchester

Northshire UCS – Manchester provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 5312 Main Street in Manchester Center, Vermont. It is a nonprofit provider.

Its services include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), 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 community reinforcement plus vouchers. For opioid use disorder, the program uses naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, state-financed health insurance, and government funding for people who qualify. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts children and adolescents, young adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for adolescents, young adults, women, pregnant/postpartum women, and men.

Northshire UCS – Manchester is licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state mental health department, and state department of health.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

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

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted
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How Northshire UCS – Manchester compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Recovery House Inc – Serenity HouseWallingford · 20.3 mi · Detox, Residential, MAT
    2. SaVida Health – BenningtonBennington · 21.9 mi · MAT, Outpatient
    3. BAART Programs – BenningtonBennington · 21.9 mi · Detox, Outpatient

    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

    • Adolescents
    • Young adults
    • Adult women
    • Pregnant/postpartum women
    • Adult men
    • Seniors or older adults
    • 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

    • Self-help groups
    • Housing services
    • Assistance with obtaining social services
    • Recovery coach
    • 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
    • Marital/couples counseling
    • Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 

    Ancillary services

    • Case management service
    • Child care for clients' children
    • Domestic violence services, including family or partner
    • Mental health services
    • Social skills development
    • Transportation assistance
    • Integrated primary care services
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, State department of health
    Ages acceptedChildren/Adolescents, Young Adults, Seniors
    Operated byPrivate non-profit organization
    Exclusive servicesSpecially designed program for DUI/DWI clients

    Treatment access in Bennington County, VT

    5Treatment facilities
    1Offer detox
    1Buprenorphine or methadone
    0Offer 24-hour care

    Bennington County, VT has 5 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 37,039 residents. 1 facility in the county list detox services. It is the only listed provider of buprenorphine or methadone treatment in the county.

    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

    Address5312 Main Street Route 7-A
    Manchester Center, VT 05255
    Facility's own phone802-362-3950
    Websiteucsvt.org

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    Questions about Northshire UCS – Manchester

    What services does Northshire UCS – Manchester offer?

    Northshire UCS – Manchester lists the following levels of care: outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does Northshire UCS – Manchester accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, Northshire UCS – Manchester accepts medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid, 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 (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

    Does Northshire UCS – Manchester offer detox?

    Northshire UCS – Manchester 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 Northshire UCS – Manchester licensed?

    Northshire UCS – Manchester reports licensing or certification from: State substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, and State department of health.

    Who does Northshire UCS – Manchester treat?

    Northshire UCS – Manchester accepts children/adolescents, young adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adolescents, young adults, adult women, pregnant/postpartum women, and adult men.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Bennington County, VT?

    Bennington County, VT has 5 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 37,039 residents: 1 list detox services, 1 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Northshire UCS – Manchester?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Recovery House Inc – Serenity House (Wallingford, 20.3 miles), SaVida Health – Bennington (Bennington, 21.9 miles), and BAART Programs – Bennington (Bennington, 21.9 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    How do I get admitted to Northshire UCS – Manchester or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Northshire UCS – Manchester directly at 802-362-3950. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Northshire UCS – Manchester. Our helpline is not affiliated with Northshire UCS – Manchester.

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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 ucsvt.org. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Northshire UCS – Manchester.