Drug & alcohol rehab centers in New Bedford, MA

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22 treatment centers in and around New Bedford, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, what you can pay, and who the program is built for. Below the listings: what rehab costs here and how to pay for it.

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	Health Care Resource Centers New Bedford	8 Kilburn Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 Health Care Resource Centers New Bedford is an outpatient opioid addiction treatment center in New Bedford, Massachusetts, offering medication assisted treatment (MAT) and counseling for adults with opioid use disorder. Located on Kilburn Street, the clinic serves the greater New Bedford area, including Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Acushnet and Freetown. As part of the CARF-accredited HCRC network, the program emphasizes judgment free,…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	High Point Belleville Outpatient	68 North Front Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 High Point Belleville Outpatient in New Bedford, Massachusetts, provides outpatient substance abuse treatment and assistance for co-occurring conditions for children, adolescents and adults. Guests have access to numerous services to help with addiction recovery. Staff provide evaluations to help determine the unique needs of each person. High Point provides individual, group, couples and family therapy to help examine behaviors and…	Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center	34 Gifford Lane, New Bedford, MA 02740 Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center welcomes adults battling opioid addiction in New Bedford, Massachusetts. You can access outpatient medication assisted treatment (MAT) to start or continue your recovery journey. They work with most insurance providers, including private plans, Medicare and Medicaid. Self payment options are also available. MAT in New Bedford They primarily offer MAT to help you achieve your…	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	High Point Womens Addiction Treatment Center WATC	108 North Front Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 High Point Women's Addiction Treatment Center (WATC) is a women's detox and clinical stabilization program located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, serving adult women and individuals who identify as female across Southeastern Massachusetts. The program offers medical detox, Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS), medication assisted treatment, psychiatric care and counseling for substance use and co-occurring disorders. WATC provides a structured, women focused…	Detox Inpatient Women	Medicaid Private insurance
	Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Treatment Center - MaRehab	110 Kilburn St, New Bedford, MA 02740 New Bedford, Massachusetts, has many options for those seeking professional substance use disorder treatment. One of them is Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Treatment Center, a methadone clinic utilizing MAT. Locations like this are especially equipped to address addictions with severe symptoms, such as opioid addiction. 24 Hour Access A common challenge faced by those looking to join a drug or…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
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	Monarch House	252 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740 Monarch House is a residential addiction treatment program in New Bedford, Massachusetts operated by the Southeast Massachusetts Council on Addiction. The program provides long term residential care exclusively for women ages 18 and older, with an average stay of three to nine months in a structured, supportive community setting. Clients have noted their appreciation for the warm, home like environment…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Steppingstone New Bedford Womens Residential Rehabilitation	979 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 Steppingstone New Bedford Womens Residential Rehabilitation is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Steppingstone New Bedford Womens Residential Rehabilitation specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Inpatient Outpatient Women	Medicaid Private insurance
	Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments New Bedford	1979 Pleasant St, New Bedford, MA 02740 Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments New Bedford is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Alcohol and Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Treatments New Bedford specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine New Bedford	92 Grape St, New Bedford, MA 02740 CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine New Bedford is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine New Bedford specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	High Point Treatment Center New Bedford Outpatient	68 North Front Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 High Point Treatment Center New Bedford Outpatient is a private nonprofit mental health and substance abuse treatment program in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Their goal is to treat and prevent behavioral health crises and addiction problems through a full continuum of treatment and prevention programs. This program serves adults. Services offered include outpatient treatment, therapy (for individuals, groups, couples, and families),…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Child and Family Services Pleasant Street	1061 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 Child and Family Services Pleasant Street is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Child and Family Services Pleasant Street specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	SEMCOA Harmony House	234 Earle Street, New Bedford, MA 02746 SEMCOA Harmony House is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. SEMCOA Harmony House specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Inpatient Men
	SEMCOA New Chapters	33 South 6th Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 SEMCOA New Chapters is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. SEMCOA New Chapters specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Inpatient Men
	Seven Hills Behavioral Health	589 South 1st Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 Seven Hills Behavioral Health is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Seven Hills Behavioral Health specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Child and Family Services North Street	543 North Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 Child and Family Services North Street is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Child and Family Services North Street specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	High Point Treatment Center	44 Kilburn Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 High Point Treatment Center is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. High Point Treatment Center specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	SEMCOA WRAP House	105 South Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 SEMCOA WRAP House is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. SEMCOA WRAP House specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Inpatient Women
	New Bedford Womens Therapeutic Community	979 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 New Bedford Womens Therapeutic Community is a rehab located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. New Bedford Womens Therapeutic Community specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Inpatient Outpatient Women	Private insurance
	Gosnold North Dartmouth Outpatient	74 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747 Gosnold North Dartmouth Outpatient is a rehab located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Gosnold North Dartmouth Outpatient specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Whitney Academy	85 Doctor Braley Road, East Freetown, MA 02717 Whitney Academy is a rehab located in East Freetown, Massachusetts. Whitney Academy specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Inpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Seven Hills Safe Child Visitation Center	1402 Pleasant Street, Fall River, MA 02723 Seven Hills Safe Child Visitation Center is a rehab located in Fall River, Massachusetts. Seven Hills Safe Child Visitation Center specializes in the treatment of addiction.	Detox Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	SSTAR Massachusetts	386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA 02720 SSTAR Massachusetts is a medical and behavioral healthcare facility in Fall River, Massachusetts. They provide inpatient and outpatient services for adults struggling with addiction, mental health conditions and other life challenges. You can access a wide range of services including medication assissted treatment (MAT) and counseling. Dedicated to Accessible Care One great feature that caught my eye was their dedication…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance

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How We Rank Listings

These treatment centers are drawn from our directory of licensed and accredited treatment providers serving New Bedford and the surrounding South Coast. These listings are organized to help you compare treatment options by several criteria. We provide information about treatment levels, populations served, payments accepted, available medication assisted treatment, licensure, third party accreditation, specialized tracks and whether financial assistance is an option.

These are important details that factor into your treatment decision. Any sponsored placements are labeled and we do not clinically endorse any center. You should verify the current services, availability, and insurance directly with the center you choose before enrolling.

What Should You Know About Rehab in New Bedford

New Bedford is the historic Whaling City on Buzzards Bay. It is the seat of Bristol County and one of the South Coast’s largest cities. Our Massachusetts rehab directory lists 18 treatment providers in and around the city. Many of these programs provide detox and residential care. This means many residents of the greater New Bedford area can find a broad range of addiction treatment options close to home.

Massachusetts has a single statewide entry into treatment that is the Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline. The line connects you with harm reduction, treatment and recovery options on a free and around the clock resource. Established local South Coast providers such as Seven Hills Behavioral Health, PAACA (Positive Action Against Chemical Addiction) and the Greater New Bedford Community Health Center deliver outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, recovery support, detox and residential programs.

Bristol County has been one of the hardest hit areas of the state. New Bedford residents died of overdoses at roughly twice the statewide rate in 2022. However, the recent local trend is more encouraging. The city recorded a sharp drop in fatal overdoses in 2024. This means quick access to treatment and naloxone are crucial to address opioid use disorders and fentanyl use.

Statewide access: Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline, 1-800-327-5050, free and 24/7

Free naloxone: through the MA DPH standing order and community distribution

Specialty programs: women's, men's, young adult, LGBTQ+, and veterans tracks

Insurance accepted: MassHealth, Medicare, TRICARE, and major private plans

Cost of Rehab in New Bedford

The cost of rehab in New Bedford depends on the level of treatment you require. Other criteria include how long treatment lasts, whether a program is public or private and what your insurance covers. Outpatient counseling is often the most affordable treatment for addction while medical detox and residential inpatient care are often the highest. Below are Massachusetts averages for different levels of treatment. Most people pay far less than this price once insurance, MassHealth or a sliding fee scale is applied.

Massachusetts expanded the Medicaid program in 2015 that later became MassHealth. The program covers substance use disorder treatment when members are qualified for coverage. The state funds free treatment when you are uninsured through the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services. Scholarships and financial assistance can help pay for a private treatment program.

Level of care: outpatient costs less than residential care or medical detox

Length of stay: 30, 60, or 90 days for residential care

Insurance: MassHealth and private plans lower out-of-pocket cost

Sliding scale: income-based fees and state-funded care for those who qualify

How to Pay for Rehab in New Bedford

Treatment centers in New Bedford nearly all accept self payment and private insurance and most also bill MassHealth or Medicare. Sliding-scale fees, financial assistance and TRICARE are widely available. The information below shows how many programs accept each payment type.

Medicare

Medicare is a federal insurance program for eligible older adults and people with qualifying disabilities. The program covers medically necessary addiction treatment including inpatient care, outpatient services and counseling. Insurance plan coverage and copays vary by plan. It helps when you understand how Medicare and private insurance can be applied to addiction treatment expenses before you enroll.

Medicaid (MassHealth)

Massachusetts MassHealth covers substance use treatment, including medication assisted treatment using methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone. These approved medications are the standard of care for opioid use disorders. Ten New Bedford programs accept Medicaid usually with little or no out of pocket cost.

Military Benefits

Six New Bedford programs accept TRICARE for addiction treatment. TRICARE is a federal program for active-duty service members, retirees and eligible family members. Veterans can also access care through the VA and more addiction resources for veterans and military families are available regionally.

Insurance and Private Pay

Massachusetts requires health plans to cover mental health and substance use treatment on par with other medical and surgical care. Your insurance deductible and company provider network have a significant impact on your final cost. Verifying your insurance benefits before being admitted provides an estimate of what a program could cost.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Tufts Health Plan
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
Aetna
Cigna
WellSense Health Plan

Levels of Care Available in New Bedford

The centers listed for New Bedford cover most major levels of care. These treatments include medical detox, residential inpatient programs, outpatient clinics, dual diagnosis treatment and sober living. The information below shows how many programs are available in each category.

Medical detox

Medical detox is usually your first step when you have a significant physical dependence on alcohol, opioids, or other substances. The programs use 24/7 monitoring and medication to manage your withdrawal safely before you move into ongoing rehab treatment on your recovery journey.

Inpatient and residential rehab

Inpatient rehab provides 24 hour care in a structured residential setting. This is an important factor when you need medical monitoring, to start your rehab in a safer setting or more support early in recovery.

Outpatient treatment

Outpatient care lets you live at home and keep working or caring for your family while you go to treatment sessions. It often follows residential care as a step down.

Dual diagnosis care

Thirteen local programs offer treatment for co-occurring disorders. This is also called dual diagnosis and addresses a substance use disorder and a mental health condition at the same time. Your mental health condition can include depression, anxiety, eating disorders or PTSD. Addressing the care simultaneously tends to work better than treating either alone.

Sober living and aftercare

Six sober living homes in the New Bedford area provide structured, substance-free housing after you've left residential treatment. You can receive ongoing aftercare living in a sober living home. Aftercare can include counseling, therapy, 12 step programs, job coaching and peer support. These resources help protect your long term recovery.

Specialty Programs in New Bedford

Several New Bedford programs are tailored to provide care for populations and substances. Below is a list that shows the number of programs offering each specialty.

Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in New Bedford

Cost and insurance should never stop you from getting health on the South Coast. Several local and statewide resources offer free or low cost support. These resources can include 24-hour helplines, income based treatment and harm reduction.

Crisis and helplines

Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
Call 1-800-327-5050 or text "HOPE" to 800327 for the state’s free, confidential, 24/7 line for finding treatment, recovery and harm-reduction services.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7. See more crisis and suicide prevention resources.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
Call 833-773-2445 24/7 for access to community behavioral health services and crisis evaluation.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is a free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral line.

Local treatment and recovery

Seven Hills Behavioral Health
New Bedford outpatient and community-based substance use treatment and recovery services.
PAACA (Positive Action Against Chemical Addiction)
A long-standing New Bedford nonprofit offering outreach, recovery support, and harm reduction.
Greater New Bedford Community Health Center
Sliding-scale primary and behavioral health care, including medication-assisted treatment.

Government and harm reduction

Free naloxone
Available at no cost through the Massachusetts standing order at pharmacies and through community distribution programs.
Massachusetts 211
Dial 211 to connect with local health, housing, and treatment resources.

Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in New Bedford

New Bedford is in Bristol County, one of the harder-hit parts of Massachusetts, but the most recent local data points in a hopeful direction. Fatal overdoses fell sharply in 2024, even as fentanyl continues to drive most deaths. Seeing the local picture against national substance use statistics adds context.

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