High Watch Recovery Center – Kent, Connecticut

Payment Options

• Cash or self-payment
• Private health insurance
• Daily
• Monthly
• Self-pay options

On 300 forested acres in Kent, Connecticut, stands the prestigious private, out-of-the-way drug and alcohol treatment center, called High Watch Recovery Center. It is noteworthy because it was the world’s first 12-step therapy program. High Watch Recovery Center offers adult patients a thorough and all-encompassing treatment experience by combining the classic 12-step methodology with modern therapeutic techniques. Modern amenities are included throughout the facility, which provides a comprehensive continuum of treatment for those in any stage of addiction rehabilitation. The center’s working farm, which offers clients stepping down from inpatient treatment an optional intermediate level of care, is one of its distinctive features. 
 
Detoxification is recommended for clients at High Watch Recovery Center as a first step in clearing their systems of drugs and alcohol. Medication is given throughout the detox procedure under the supervision of medical specialists to guarantee comfort and safety. This detox program under medical supervision helps patients through the withdrawal phase, reducing dangers and getting them ready for aftercare.
 
At High Watch Recovery Center, the inpatient treatment program offers comprehensive, 24-hour care on-site. The 12-step concept serves as the foundation for treatment, with individuals attending group meetings to accept accountability for their deeds and strive toward significant transformation. Clients participate in a variety of therapy and education programs in addition to the 12-step program, with the goal of fostering the development of coping skills and life skills necessary for long-term recovery. 
 
Hope House, the center’s functioning farm, is one of High Watch Recovery Center’s distinctive features. After completing their first course of treatment, clients are allowed to return to HOPE House and continue working there while seeking further training and rehabilitation. This setting gives clients the opportunity to put their newly acquired abilities into practice in a practical work situation, therefore preparing them for future career chances. 
 
After completing their therapy, participants may also work at Wilson’s Bakery & Cafe to get real-world experience. For those who have little job experience or who want to improve their employability, this aftercare employment program offers stability and the development of occupational skills, making it a useful bridge to outside employment. 
 
Clients at High Watch Recovery Center get the best treatment possible with to the facility’s unique facilities, transitional programs, and commitment to fusing classic 12-step techniques with contemporary therapeutic practices. The facility’s dedication to providing thorough, customized care helps patients achieve stability and long-term healing. 
 
With accreditation number 6011004, the Joint Commission, High Watch Recovery Center is happy to maintain its certification. The facility is also listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and is a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) with member ID 241. Additionally, the institution has a Connecticut state license, with license number SA0021. The High Watch Recovery Center’s dedication to upholding the best standards of care and ongoing development in addiction treatment services is shown by these accreditations and organizations. 

Treatment Options

The facility offers multiple levels of care, such as:

• Mentoring/peer support
• Discharge Planning
• Employment counseling or training
• Self-help groups
• Naloxone and overdose education
• Outcome follow-up after discharge

The center treats the following addictions and co-occurring disorders:

• Alcohol Detoxification
• Benzodiazepines Detoxification
• Cocaine Detoxification
• Methamphetamines detoxification
• Opioids detoxification
• Medication routinely used during detoxification
• Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
• Clients who have experienced trauma
• Screening for tobacco use
• Comprehensive mental health assessment
• Comprehensive substance use assessment
• Interim services for clients
• Screening for mental disorders
• Screening for substance use
• Complete medical history/physical exam

Treatment Modalities

• Cognitive behavioral therapy
• Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
• Substance use disorder counseling
• Trauma-related counseling
• Group counseling
• Family counseling
• Marital/couples counseling
• 12-step facilitation
• Intervention Services
• Contingency management/motivational incentives
• Motivational interviewing
• Anger management
• Relapse prevention
• Religious Programs
• Individual psychotherapy
• Creative Arts Therapy
• Dialectical behavior therapy
• Equine Therapy
• Experiential Therapy
• Nicotine replacement

Conditions Treated

• Alcoholism
• Mental health treatment
• Substance use treatment
• Co-occurring Disorders
• Opioid Treatement

Levels Of Care

• Hospital inpatient treatment
• Outpatient
• Short-term residential
• Long-term residential
• Residential detoxification
• Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
• Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
• Intensive outpatient treatment
• Aftercare
• Halfway house
• Detoxification

License and Accreditation

• The Joint Commission
• NAATP
• SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
• State department of health

Ancillary Services

• Case management service
• Integrated primary care services
• Acupuncture
• Mental health services
• Transportation assistance