Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 890 Bethel Hill Road, Shickshinny, PA 18655
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Reviewers frequently praised the caring staff, the supportive family weekend program, and the relaxed, small facility atmosphere. However, others criticized the heavy reliance on AA-based programming, the perceived lack of professional medical or psychiatric care, and the unskilled counseling. While some reported long-term success, others mentioned relapse or negative experiences with premature discharge.
AI-generated summary of 9 reviews collected on rehabs.com and recovery.org through 2023. Not a review or medical advice. Review policy
| Treatment types | Detox Services, Substance Abuse Treatment |
| Program types | Residential Treatment |
| Services | Detox Services, Residential Treatment |
| Setting | Mountains, Private/Secluded |
| Gender | None |
| Age ranges | Adult Age |
| Insurance accepted | Private Insurance |
<p><strong>ABOUT HUNTINGTON CREEK RECOVERY CENTER</strong></p> <p>Set on 39 scenic rural acres, Huntington Creek Recovery Center, located in Shickshinny, Pa., is one of the state's <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/PA16.pdf" target="_blank">143 (27.1 percent)</a> treatment centers offering <strong>private residential treatment for adults</strong>. Medically monitored on-site detox is also available, making it one of the only <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/PA16.pdf" target="_blank">43 (8.1 percent)</a> facilities in the state offering this service. The facility was formerly known as Clearbrook Lodge.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>The facility’s program begins with a <strong>medical detox</strong>, if necessary, in a non-hospital setting with around-the-clock nursing care provided. On average, clients remain in detox for four to five days for alcohol detox, seven to eight days for opiate detox, and <strong>10-12 days for benzodiazepine detox</strong>. Upon completion of detox, clients then begin their primary treatment program.</p> <p>The <strong>treatment program is based around 12-Step</strong> and includes regular Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and/or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings, AA Big Book and NA Basic Text study sessions, Living Sober workshop groups, and educational lectures. Clients also receive <strong>individual counseling twice per week</strong> and participate in two and a half hours of <strong>group therapy daily</strong>.</p> <p>Family involvement is strongly encouraged and the facility offers <strong>weekly family visitation and education groups on Sundays</strong>, as well as private family therapy sessions. Alumni aftercare meetings and support are also available.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>Huntington Creek Recovery Center's treatment team includes a <strong>doctor and a 24-hour nursing staff</strong>, as well as certified alcohol and drug counselors, licensed social workers, and master's level therapists. <strong>The staff-to-client ratio is 1:4</strong>. In the state of Pennsylvania, <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/report_3059/ShortReport-3059.pdf" target="_blank">98.7 percent of</a> all substance abuse treatment centers have higher education requirements for staff. </p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>Situated beside a calming stream, the residential facility houses 46 clients in <strong>semi-private, dorm-style rooms</strong>. Meals are prepared by an executive chef and served in the recently renovated cafeteria. Amenities include furnished common areas, and a warmly decorated <strong>10,000-square-foot “Recovery Dome”</strong> that is used for meetings, recreation, skill-building activities, and alumni events.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>At the time of this writing, the two alumni polled by Rehabs.com gave mixed reviews of the facility. One anonymous alum regarded the facility positively and gave five out of five stars for treatment effectiveness, accommodations and amenities, and meals and nutrition. "Program was AA based. Since leaving have been attending group meetings for indefinite period," the alum wrote. </p> <p>Offering two stars for treatment effectiveness, three stars for accommodations and amenities, and four stars for meals and nutrition, alum S.H. wrote: "This rehab was more like 'Scared Straight.'"</p> <p>On the facility’s Google page, there is an overall rating of <strong>4.4 out of five stars based on 10 total reviews.</strong><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> The reviewers all commented positively on the facility’s treatment effectiveness. Alum J.B., who gave five stars, recommended the facility for the quality of staff, writing: “Some of the counselors were outstanding, they truly care about you and are willing to help you get better. The nurses are the best too!” D.P., another alum, supported that viewpoint. He gave five stars and wrote: “Awesome place all the staff are recovering addicts and are rele helpful. Best rehab ever.”</p> <p>On Yellowpages.com, the facility has one five out of five-star rating.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> The alum, J.H., wrote: “Great treatment center! Beautiful facility staffed with excellent, devoted therapists who truly care about helping the patients.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>At the time of this writing, the three loved ones polled by Rehabs.com expressed satisfaction with their loved ones' treatment at this facility. One anonymous family member gave four-star ratings for the cleanliness of the facility, counseling options, family participation, and the facility's ability to treat co-occurring disorders.</p> <p>The parent of another former client, on the other hand, summarized, "They were successful. She's still clean," and provided four-star ratings for exercise & leisure activities, counseling options, and fairness of facility pricing. The third loved one offered a perfect five-star rating for family involvement."The family/Spouse weekend was great. It allowed us to learn about addiction and they answered all of our questions. We were able to meet others going through the same problems. Great Support!" they wrote.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>Huntington Creek Recovery Center's treatment cost is not published. However, the facility accepts <strong>private insurance plans</strong> including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem, and Unitedhealthcare. Financial assistance is not available. </p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Huntington+Creek+Recovery+Center+in+Shickshinny%2C+PA&oq=Huntington+Creek+Recovery+Center+in+Shickshinny%2C+PA&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#lrd=0x89c56fd0e9c0123f:0x30ba2cb9e9d7a2cf,1," target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small></p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a><a href="https://www.yellowpages.com/shickshinny-pa/mip/huntington-creek-recovery-center-16862759" target="_blank">https://www.yellowpages.com/shickshinny-pa/mip/huntington-creek-recovery-center-16862759</a></small></p>
— Samantha Harper · 2018-09-13 10:10:31 PDT
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