Spectrum Health Systems

50 Howe Avenue, Millbury, MA 01527

Est. 1969 4 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Spectrum Health Systems

  • Location: Millbury, MA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Spectrum Health Systems

Established in 1969, Spectrum Health Systems is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals impacted by addiction and/or mental health disorders. Spectrum offers a range of counseling services and medication-assisted treatment at residential and outpatient facilities located throughout Massachusetts. They offer a full continuum of care including medical detox, residential care, outpatient counseling, and peer support. In addition to addiction and mental health treatment, Spectrum also provides specialty programs for anger management and intimate partner abuse along with an adolescent residential program for ages 13 to 21. Residential treatment consists of individual, group, and family counseling, recovery groups, relapse prevention training, and recreational activities. All clients develop a comprehensive aftercare plan to help sustain long-term recovery. The length of stay in the residential programs is variable based upon individual's unique needs.
Spectrum Health Systems levels of care are all available at Spectrum’s treatment campus in Westborough, Massachusetts. The Charles J. Faris Recovery Center that overlooks the campus grounds serves as the company’s flagship. This beautiful, state-of-the-art residential facility features a full-service dining room, fitness center, media room, family meeting room and outdoor patio area. With over 50 years of experience and 20 locations, Spectrum Health Systems covers it all.

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 Spectrum Health Systems provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Adolescents Young Adults

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature
Outdoor Lounge
Walking Trails

Services Offered

What to Expect at Spectrum Health Systems

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 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.

Spectrum Health Systems offers 4 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 7 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. Spectrum Health Systems 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

50 Howe Avenue, Millbury, MA, 01527

Quick Facts

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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

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Cocaine Heroin Marijuana Nicotine Synthetic Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Spectrum Health Systems offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. 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 MA 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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