Better Community Development (BCD)

P.O. Box 689, Richton, MS 39476

Est. 1981 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Better Community Development (BCD)

  • Location: Richton, MS
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Sober Living
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Better Community Development (BCD)

Better Community Development (BCD) is a trusted resource for individuals and families facing drug and alcohol addiction. Their goal is to help low-income and at-risk adults recover and rebuild their lives. The center provides both inpatient and outpatient care. What makes BCD unique is its focus on healing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through a caring, faith-based approach.
BCD uses many kinds of therapy to help people get better. These include one-on-one counseling, group therapy, and mental health support. They also teach life skills and ways to stay healthy. Special classes like fitness, cooking, and stress management help people build strong habits and avoid relapse.
BCD offers safe places to live while recovering. Will’s House and Empowerment Village give people a stable home as they work to rebuild their lives. These homes are clean, peaceful, and full of support. With help for housing, jobs, and health care, BCD gives people the tools they need for a fresh start.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Better Community Development (BCD) provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women

Amenities & Features

Internet Access

Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential
Other residential treatment facility
Activity therapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Crisis intervention team
Private non-profit organization
Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance State education agency funds Cash or self-payment State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds U.S. Department of VA funds
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Seniors or older adults Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Housing services
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping permitted without restriction
Diet and exercise counseling Supported employment Supported housing Vocational rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services Education services

What to Expect at Better Community Development (BCD)

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Better Community Development (BCD) offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Better Community Development (BCD) works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Holistic Individual Treatment Wellness Spiritual Emphasis

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Better Community Development (BCD) accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Better Community Development (BCD) offers Residential Rehab, Sober Living, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in MS or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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