Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 1675 Bethel Colony Road , Lenoir, NC 28645
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<p><strong>ABOUT BETHEL COLONY OF MERCY IN LENOIR, NC</strong></p> <p>Bethel Colony of Mercy, located in Lenoir, N.C., <strong>offers residential treatment</strong> to men struggling with <strong>substance abuse.</strong> It is a 65-day <strong>non-denominational Christian program</strong> that teaches “victory over sin through Jesus Christ and the Bible,” and is one of only <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/NC17.pdf" target="_blank">200 (42.4 percent)</a> male-only treatment programs in the state. The facility does this through classroom teaching, audio tapes, counseling both onsite and online, homework, worship services and work projects. Bethel Colony of Mercy was founded in 1948.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>The facility describes its treatment program as a “Bible teaching ministry for those interested in a Christian approach to treating substance abuse and alcoholism.” Clients may fax a completed application to the facility or may complete an application over the phone. They must also submit the results of two blood tests (HIV and TB). <strong>Programming is set for 65 days,</strong> but can be extended for 30 more days if deemed necessary by a pastor.</p> <p>Throughout treatment, clients receive <strong>individual Christian counseling</strong> by a trained staff counselor. Participants <strong>do not receive medication.</strong> Staff must approve all visitors. Only parents, wives, children, and fiancees “engaged with a ring” may visit. Visitation hours occur each weekend, and wives may attend counseling sessions if desired. Families are encouraged to attend church services with the client.</p> <p>Treatment days at Bethel Colony of Mercy follow a <strong>highly structured schedule.</strong> Beginning at 6:30 a.m., men partake in full days of Bible study, prayer/devotion, and work assignments. With dinner and quiet time in the evening, men are sure to get a full night of rest. The facility’s disciplined schedules also include time for <strong>basketball, volleyball, softball, horseshoes, an occasional hike, and T.V.</strong> (with viewing limited to sports, news, nature and religion).</p> <p>The facility does not provide information about whether aftercare is available for clients who complete the program.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The treatment team consists of <strong>five pastors</strong> who hold teaching and counseling roles at Bethel Colony of Mercy. Their education and experience consists of Biblical studies and divinity degrees, business administration, missions, and various trades.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>The facility offers <strong>82 beds</strong> for <strong>adult male</strong> clients. This indicates a <strong>high level of available space at this facility,</strong> given that the average number of clients in a residential treatment centers was <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/2016_NSSATS.pdf" target="_blank">18 individuals, as of 2016.</a> Bethel Colony of Mercy consists of a complex of modest, attractive buildings overlooking the peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains. The facility has a chapel, administrative offices, gym, weight room, recreation areas and student dorms. Clients at this facility are not allowed the use of electronic devices, and smoking is discouraged but permitted in designated areas.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>The sole former client to provide feedback to Rehabs.com to date would "highly recommend" this program "to any male battling addiction." Awarding five out of five stars for treatment effectiveness, this anonymous alum also specifically praised the welcoming atmosphere and the effective religious teaching tactics.</p> <p>At the time of this writing on Google, 22 users generated the high average rating of 4.5 out of five stars.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> "Breaking the chains of addiction here through Christ, changed my life, while transforming my heart completely!" T.B. representatively wrote. Many former clients echoed this praise, with positive remarks for the religious atmosphere, the center staff, and the treatment effectiveness. </p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>The cost of treatment at the facility is <strong>$250</strong> for the 65-day period. The facility does not accept insurance. Bethel Colony of Mercy offers <strong>scholarships</strong> to cover partial payment from time to time, depending on donations received. Clients are encouraged to contact the facility directly for additional information regarding the entry fee.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bethel+Colony+of+Mercy/@35.934472,-81.4985897,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m7!3m6!1s0x0:0xa29190499dd140e9!8m2!3d35.934472!4d-81.496401!9m1!1b1" target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small></p>
— Samantha Harper · 2018-12-17 08:23:02 PST
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