Chemical Dependency Services

Inpatient Services , The Birch Center

"Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing processes of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives."   MaryAnn Broussat

While bright and beautiful, the birch tree is highly adaptive and able to sustain harsh conditions. Just as the birch tree is a symbol of renewal, The Birch Center at Hampstead Hospital offers each patient the opportunity to achieve and maintain sobriety through safe treatment by experienced professionals.

Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive therapeutic environment that assists patients in crisis stabilization and/or detoxification. We work intensively with patients on their treatment goals to assure a quick return to their family and community supports. With the patient's permission, family members are encouraged to participate in their treatment with the focus on education and aftercare planning.

Detoxification from Addictive Substances

	Acute, inpatient medical detoxification where each patient is closely monitored by our nurses and doctors 24 hours a day
	Safe medical withdrawal from alcohol, opiates, and/or benzodiazepines
	Using safe, state-of-the-art medications, our detoxification protocols are specific for abused chemicals, including alcohol and poly-substance abuse
	Buprenorphine (Suboxone) detoxification is available, as appropriate, for opiate withdrawal under the direction of certified physicians
	Other detoxification medications may be used, depending on the individual patient and their specific addiction
	Inpatient Chemical Dependency Detoxification for adults (Including Buprenorphrine detoxification)
	Each patient's medical condition is carefully monitored to ensure safe and effective treatment
	Educational groups when the patient's medical condition is within acceptable guidelines

Treatment Team

Board-certified physicians, nurses, social workers, licensed drug and alcohol counselors, case managers, and milieu counselors work directly with each patient on a daily basis to provide a safe environment, treatment and education. Board-certified family practice doctors provide consultation on a daily basis for medical issues. Consultations for other special medical concerns are available, as needed.

Treatment Program Components

Our Chemical Dependency treatment services, provided by our specialized staff, also include:

	Group therapy, including coping skills, relapse prevention, and alcohol/drug education
	Educational groups with a focus on maintaining sobriety
	AA meetings to provide an introduction to the 12 step self-help program
	Each patient works with their social worker to plan aftercare services, including referrals to therapeutic substance abuse-centered treatment programs
	Family meetings facilitated by the social worker

Transition Services
Stepdown to our Quitting Time, Intensive Outpatient Program, as appropriate.

Quitting Time, Chemical Dependency Intensive Outpatient Program

Quitting Time provides chemically dependent clients with the opportunity to keep their daily routine and stay on the job, while receiving the recovery treatment services and support necessary for maintaining sobriety.   

Quitting Time provides clients with a more intensive number of therapeutic sessions over a shorter period of time than many traditional alcohol and drug treatment programs. Our clients find that our program is convenient and cost-effective and allows them to maintain the routine of their daily lives.

Access to the Quitting Time Program

Quitting Time can be accessed directly through outside referral, or as a step-down from our hospital inpatient Chemical Dependency Detoxification Program.

Quitting Time accepts most of the major insurance products listed on our Health Insurance Information page. Please call 603-329-5833 to speak with our Quitting Time Intake Coordinator regarding questions about your insurance or our program.

About Our Program

The 12-step philosophy has been incorporated into our Quitting Time curriculum. Our treatment model also includes attendance at community AA, NA, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon meetings as an integral part of each client's recovery.

Family members and significant others are encouraged to participate in the Quitting Time Family Program, as our program includes family participation in education and aftercare planning. All patients are encouraged to have their family members attend these very important meetings; family support is critical to recovery!

Our Program Schedule:

•  Monday through Thursday evenings, four hours per session, for four consecutive weeks
•  Four weekly Aftercare Sessions, one evening a week, for four additional weeks
•  Family Program one evening a week, for six weeks during client sessions

Our Staff

Our staff includes a treatment team of certified addictions professionals. Specialists in all aspects of the rehabilitation of chemical dependencies, our team offers the client years of experience in the treatment of alcoholism and other chemical dependencies.