Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 1213 Court Street, Utica, NY 13502
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Reviewers frequently mentioned the supportive nature of the programming and the quality of the counseling as strengths. However, some criticized the facility for a perceived lack of respect from staff and a difficult environment due to court-mandated participants. Concerns were also raised regarding communication and the quality of group sessions.
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<p><strong>ABOUT MCPIKE ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER (ATC)</strong></p> <p>McPike Addiction Treatment Center (ATC), one of <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state-data/NY16.pdf" target="_blank">48 state-run treatment facilities in New York</a>, is operated by the Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services. Located in Utica on the campus of the Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, the facility offers <strong>residential care for adult men and women struggling with substance use and/or <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</strong></a>. To be admitted, clients must live in the facility’s <a href="https://www.oasas.ny.gov/atc/directory.cfm" target="_blank">treatment area</a>.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>McPike ATC’s treatment programs are <strong>clinically driven and based on the 12-step model of recovery</strong>. Upon admission, clients participate in an initial assessment to determine individual needs and identify any co-occurring psychiatric concerns. All clients are also screened for co-occurring gambling problems and treated, as needed. </p> <p>Along with clinicial assessments, the <strong>Dual Recovery Program</strong> offers management of any psychiatric symptoms, education classes about addiction and relevant psychiatric disorders, group therapy sessions, 12-step meetings, as well as workshops on goal setting and skills trainings.</p> <p>A <strong>Women’s Program</strong> is also available and includes gender-specific counseling groups that address women’s issues, educational classes, and peer interaction. The program track is designed to create a safe, accepting environment for support and growth among women in recovery.</p> <p><a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">Continuing care planning</a> is provided during residential treatment and assists clients to locate community-based support for both chemical dependency and psychiatric concerns upon discharge. </p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>Certified by the NYS Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), McPike ATC is staffed by a multidisciplinary team that includes psychologists, medical personnel, addiction counselors, social workers, and recreation therapists.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>At McPike ATC’s <strong>68-bed facility</strong>, clients live in simple, shared, dorm-style bedrooms. A <strong>tobacco-free</strong> rehab, the facility offers nicotine replacement therapy, as well as recovery plans for tobacco cessation. </p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>Of the seven alumni polled by Rehabs.com to date, four individuals offered <strong>relatively positive opinions</strong>, while two survey respondents were critical of the facility and one individual provided mixed feedback. While individuals tended to <strong>praise the facility's staff</strong>, two alumni did report a lack of family involvement. Two alumni also commented on the facility's environment, though alumni offered mixed opinions concerning the facility's overall cleanliness and upkeep. Alumni also felt the facility lacked holistic offerings. </p> <blockquote> <p>Level of staff experience and training: 4.5/5<br /> Facility cleanliness and upkeep: 3.25/5<br /> Inclusion of holistic treatments: 2/5</p> </blockquote> <p>"Solid programming and experienced staff, alum Mark wrote, but added: "Too many court mandated participants not invested in recovery." Another alum wrote that the facility's "tough environment" offered him motivation for recovery. </p> <p>On Google reviews, the facility received divergent feedback from two individuals. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> Offering the facility a rating of five out of five stars, reviewer John wrote: “I got sober. It takes passion that comes from willpower. Ya gotta want it.” However, reviewer Francis gave the facility one star and wrote: “Mostly kids that have no interest in staying sober.” </p> <p>Opinions on CiteHealth were positive. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> An alum who recently participated in the program gave the facility a perfect five star-rating and “was very impressed with the level of education and dedication of the staff.” On its unofficial Facebook page, McPike received one five-star review to date without accompanying comment. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small></p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>Feedback from the sole loved one polled by Rehabs.com to date was highly positive. Offering perfect five-star ratings for the facility's level of family participation, the staff's level of experience and training, and the facility's counseling options, the reviewer was both an alum and loved one of a nephew who attended the facility. However, they did report an eventual relapse. </p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>The sole staff member surveyed by Rehabs.com to date provided positive feedback on several metrics, offering four-star ratings for the staff's level of training and experience, loyalty of patients, and the facility's overall quality of care.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>McPike ATC accepts <strong>private insurance and Medicaid</strong>. Fees are on a sliding scale; no client is denied for lack of funds.</p> <p><strong>CONCLUSION</strong></p> <p>In November 2016, the Utica Observer Dispatch reported that a <a href="http://www.utticaod.com/news/20161128/first-methadone-clinic-for-addiction-treatment-opens-in-oneida-co" target="_blank">methadone clinic would open at McPike</a> in the first quarter of 2017; the facility’s website does not yet indicate this. </p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://goo.gl/MFIFQu" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/MFIFQu</a></small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="http://citehealth.com/rehab-centers/new-york/cities/utica/mcpike-addiction-treatment-center" target="_blank">http://citehealth.com/rehab-centers/new-york/cities/utica/mcpike-addiction-treatment-center</a></small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www/facebook.com/pages/McPike-Addiction-Treatment-Center/157185160988311" target="_blank">https://www/facebook.com/pages/McPike-Addiction-Treatment-Center/157185160988311</a></small></p>
— Sherry Adler · 2018-03-20 15:03:15 PDT
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