Community Alternatives Inc - Comm Choices/Cascade at Durham

Specialized Care for Mothers and Families

CASCADE at Community Alternatives offers substance use treatment specifically for pregnant and parenting women. The program creates a safe, family-inclusive environment where mothers can receive care without separation from their children. Residential beds and childcare services allow recovery to take place alongside daily parenting responsibilities, helping women maintain family bonds while working toward stability.

Flexible Residential and Outpatient Options

Located in the heart of Durham, CASCADE provides several levels of care from residential and long-term residential to intensive outpatient and standard outpatient services. This structure lets mothers begin treatment at the right intensity and continue care as their needs evolve through pregnancy, early parenting, and long-term recovery.

Evidence-Based, Women-Centered Treatment

The program follows the Relational Model, a women-centered approach emphasizing trust, community, and mutual growth. Core therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, trauma-related counseling, and 12-step facilitation. Treatment focuses on helping women build confidence, manage stressors, and restore balance in their lives.

Support for Lasting Recovery and Stability

Beyond therapy, CASCADE connects recovery to real-life support. Clients receive case management, job training, housing assistance, parenting education, health counseling, and transportation. Aftercare and overdose education extend guidance beyond treatment, equipping mothers with the skills and community resources they need to sustain recovery and provide stable, healthy homes for their children.