Recovery Works South Shore
201 West 89th Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410
Key Facts About Recovery Works South Shore
- Location: Merrillville, IN — Joint Commission accredited
- Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox
- Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
- Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Life Skills and more
- Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance
About Recovery Works South Shore
The beautiful stone home is situated on a scenic lake with plenty of space for meditate walks. Clients can enjoy comfortable accommodations with an on-site gym, a garden, and a gazebo perfect for relaxing. They accept Medicaid and most major insurances and are designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Substance Use Treatment and Recovery by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
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 Recovery Works South Shore provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)
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What to Expect at Recovery Works South Shore
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 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 28 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.
Recovery Works South Shore 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 Cognitive Behavioral 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. Recovery Works South Shore works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.
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Quick Facts
| Program | 28 days |
| Capacity | 16-30 beds |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
| Accreditation | Joint Commission |
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