AdCare Hospital

Hospital-Based Care with Immediate Access

Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, AdCare Hospital is a 114-bed treatment hospital providing round-the-clock medical care. Its level 4 designation means patients receive hospital-level detox and stabilization services, including same-day admission and transportation assistance to reduce barriers to treatment. Individuals can also be admitted directly from emergency rooms or psychiatric hospitals, ensuring fast access to care when it’s most needed.

Integrated Treatment for Substance Use and Mental Health

AdCare Hospital treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions within the same program. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone, are available to support safe detox and ongoing recovery. Psychiatric care and medication management address mental health needs, while evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed counseling provide structure and guidance. Family therapy is built into care, reinforcing the support systems that help patients sustain recovery.

Specialized Programs and Holistic Supports

Programming at AdCare includes targeted tracks for young adults, older adults, veterans, first responders, LGBTQ+ patients, and individuals with chronic mental health needs. Treatment is complemented by holistic and wellness services, such as art and music therapy, mindfulness activities, animal-assisted therapy, and equine therapy. Patients also have access to recreational amenities including a gym and basketball. Daily schedules with nutritious meals and restorative activities help patients build stability and balance during treatment.

Step-Down Care and Long-Term Connection

Planning for life after treatment begins on day one. Patients collaborate with staff to create continuing care plans that may include AdCare’s outpatient programs, such as partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), or telehealth options for added flexibility. A dedicated alumni program provides ongoing peer support and connection, extending the sense of community beyond discharge and supporting patients as they work to maintain long-term recovery.

Client Reviews

Clients describe AdCare Hospital as a place where staff compassion, responsive care, and strong recovery support stand out. Many highlight the professionalism of doctors and counselors, while some note concerns with consistency in staff attentiveness.

• Staff & Care Experience (80% positive): Most reviewers emphasize kind, respectful, and supportive staff across nursing, counseling, and admissions. Several said they felt truly cared for during a difficult time. "The staff cares and is always present."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (75% positive): Many people credit AdCare with saving their lives, helping them through detox, and setting up aftercare placements. "They saved my life."
• Facility & Environment: Clients often describe the hospital as clean and comfortable.
• Access & Process: Multiple reviews note quick admissions, same-day transportation, and efficient placement into aftercare programs.
• Support & Community: Group therapy, peer encouragement, and alumni connections were valued. Several reviewers shared that staff in recovery themselves provided extra motivation. "Groups were also great and I got a lot out of each one."