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An Ongoing and Burgeoning Need
The need for the care the Ridge provides is urgent. In 2022, there were 96,700 deaths in the U.S. from drug overdoses, a 30% increase over the prior year. In Connecticut, there has been a 306% increase in drug deaths over the past 10 years, with 1,452 overdose deaths in 2022 alone. The pandemic has had a significant impact on alcohol use disorder rates, with many people crossing the line from risky use to more dangerous levels.
Others returned to substance use due to stress and isolation. Too often people must leave Connecticut to access the level of treatment The Ridge offers. In addition to being far away from families and other support systems, other treatment options may be prohibitively expensive or the programs may feel unsuitable or overcrowded.
The Ridge aims to make necessary care more accessible, close to home. Your gift to The Ridge will help pave a path to recovery for countless individuals who have previously been unable to access this level of care, and will benefit the people, communities, and organizations with whom they interact.
A Fight for Lives
Many of us know of someone who has experienced the devastation of addiction and its destructive impact, and many of us are aware of the need to expand residential treatment. We understand that the effects of substance use disorder can ripple throughout the community, adversely affecting the economy, government, first responders, educators, friends, neighbors and the community as a whole.
The Ridge Recovery Center is there to help people with substance use disorder find their paths to recovery and return to healthier, more productive lives.
A Critical Mission
The Ridge addresses a longstanding need in Connecticut and beyond for a comprehensive, personalized design to treat substance use disorder.
Our all-inclusive approach covers everything from medically monitored withdrawal management through intensive residential treatment in private ensuite, single rooms, as well as extended stay options for those who need to remain in a supportive, sober environment following successful treatment in residential care.
The Ridge at a Glance
Perched atop a crest of 60 idyllic acres of secluded woods in northeastern Connecticut, The Ridge provides a personalized path to recovery in a serene and private setting. Our evidence-based treatment plans are customized to meet the specific needs of each patient and provide a transformative approach to holistic healing. Our compassionate team of dedicated experts guides patients as they navigate the path to recovery.
The Ridge offers:
- Medically monitored withdrawal management (16 beds)
- Residential treatment (36 beds)
- Beautifully appointed, sober living accommodations for extended stay
- Group therapy
- Medication management
- Trauma informed care
- Support and educational groups, including art, sound and pet therapy, and financial counseling
- Recreation and fitness options, including a Planet Fitness equipped gym, walking trails, yoga, morning movement classes and more.
- Spiritual support
- Premier dining, including vegetarian and gluten-free options.
- Family support, including groups
The Ridge accepts most major commercial plans, and some government insurance plans. Private pay options are also available.
A History of Healing
The Ridge has a rich history as a place of spiritual health and healing. We welcome a rich tapestry of patients from all walks of life, and continue to provide hope and healing, honoring the longstanding history of the property
Expert Care from an Unequaled Team
The Ridge team includes physicians, nurses, social workers and recovery support specialists well versed in treatment and services that lead to successful recovery from substance use disorder.
As an affiliate of Rushford, The Ridge is well positioned to benefit from Rushford’s nearly fifty years of experience treating persons living with substance use disorder, mental illness, and emotional disturbance.
As a Hartford HealthCare partner, individuals at The Ridge will have seamless access to additional health expertise, including services provided at nearby Windham, Backus, and Natchaug
hospitals.
Creating Partnerships
The Ridge addresses an urgent and critical need for a comprehensive inpatient model that includes withdrawal management, intensive inpatient therapy, and extended living options for sustained recovery. Having these treatment options available close to home, and provided by a well-known and trusted team of experts, increases the community’s ability to access much need treatment and services. The Ridge works closely with community-based organizations and providers who are equally committed to reducing substance use and mitigating the effects of drug and alcohol addiction.
Thank You for Your Support
You help us transform lives.
