CareLink Community Support Services

150 Cross St, Akron, OH 44311

Est. 1959 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About CareLink Community Support Services

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

About CareLink Community Support Services

This center helps adults with serious mental health challenges build healthy, independent lives. Their programs offer different levels of care, including full-care residences, personal care homes, and supported living in apartments. Each program is tailored to individual needs and supports recovery through counseling, life skills training, and help with education, employment, and community integration.
The team uses a person-centered approach based on psychosocial rehabilitation. Services include care management, crisis support, medication help, job coaching, and stress management groups. Therapies focus on building daily living skills, improving social connections, and increasing independence. Clients work on goals like budgeting, self-care, and health management in real-world settings with one-on-one support.
Clients live in home-like settings with varied supervision depending on their needs. Full-care homes offer 24/7 staff support, meals, and help with daily activities. Supported apartments give more freedom with continued guidance. Residents also access computer labs, community events, and group sessions to build confidence, reduce hospital stays, and prepare for long-term success.

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 CareLink Community Support Services 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

Services Offered

What to Expect at CareLink Community Support Services

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 Group 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.

CareLink Community Support Services 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 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Group 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. CareLink Community Support Services works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

150 Cross St, Akron, OH, 44311

Quick Facts

Program30 days
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Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

CareLink Community Support Services offers Residential Rehab, Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Life Skills, Nutrition Counseling. 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 OH 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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