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Answer House is a residential recovery program for adult men with substance use disorders in the South Boston neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. Operated by Middlesex Human Service Agency Inc, the twenty-eight-bed program provides intensive recovery services with clinical oversight aimed at helping men achieve and sustain their sobriety. Residents may stay up to six months as they build the stability needed for lasting recovery.
Rehab Settings
- Long-Term Inpatient
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Faith-Based
- Holistic
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Twelve-Step
Clientele Served
- Men
Trust Factors
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
- Member of United Way
- Non-Profit Organization
5 G Street, Boston, MA
Key details about Middlesex Human Service Agency Inc – Answer House
How long is treatment?
Up to 6 months
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
What professional/medical staff work at Middlesex Human Service Agency Inc – Answer House?
Robert Mills, MSM, LADCI, NCAC II | Chief Executive Officer
Gisele Sears, MA, LMHC | Chief Operating Officer
What is their capacity?
28 men
The Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR) is a behavioral health organization whose Boston, Massachusetts office provides counseling and recovery services for individuals and families. Established in 1990, IHR delivers trauma-informed counseling that addresses substance use alongside the broader challenges families face, offered both in the office and out in the community. The organization is accredited by CARF and pairs professional treatment with a compassionate, person-centered approach.
Rehab Settings
- Interventionist
- Outpatient
Services Offered
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Payment Options
- MassHealth
- Medicaid
- Medicare
Clientele Served
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Family Programs
- Pregnant Women
105 Chauncy Street, Suite 602, Boston, MA
Key details about Institute for Health and Recovery – Boston, MA
What are their business hours?
Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm
Eileen's House for Women is a residential treatment program for women aged eighteen and older recovering from substance use disorder in Boston, Massachusetts. Opened in 2022 as the Gavin Foundation's first residential program created exclusively for women, it provides trauma-informed, gender-specific care in a thirty-bed setting located in a former convent in the city's Lower Mills neighborhood. The program welcomes women from across Greater Boston, with an average length of stay of about four months.
Rehab Settings
- Long-Term Inpatient
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Faith-Based
- Twelve-Step
Payment Options
- Free or Low-Budget
- Low-Cost Options
Clientele Served
- Women
2200 Dorchester Avenue, Boston, MA
Key details about Gavin Foundation – Eileen’s House for Women
How long is treatment?
4 to 6 months
Is it co-ed?
No, women only
What professional/medical staff work at Gavin Foundation – Eileen’s House for Women?
Barbara Samek, LADC I, LICSW | Clinical Director
What is their capacity?
30 women
Hope House Addiction Services is a nonprofit provider of substance use treatment in Boston, Massachusetts, offering a continuum of care that spans residential treatment, outpatient services, and aftercare. Its mission centers on personalized, science-driven care delivered in a supportive environment, with individualized plans that address each client's substance use alongside any co-occurring needs. By pairing treatment with practical supports such as housing, employment, and health, Hope House works to help clients build a stable foundation for lasting recovery.
Rehab Settings
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Long-Term Inpatient
- Outpatient
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Payment Options
- MassHealth
- Medicaid
Clientele Served
- Services for Criminal Justice Clients
8 Farnham Street, Boston, MA
Key details about Hope House Addiction Services
What professional/medical staff work at Hope House Addiction Services?
Eileen Maguire, MEd | President & CEO
Dr. Christine Arismendi, LMHC | Chief Clinical Officer
Lauren Butler, MSW, LICSW | Outpatient Director
Michael Sousa, MEd, LADC1 | Director of Aftercare & Training
Melissa Skepko, LMHC | Director of Residential Program
Brian Tullus, LADC II, CAC | Clinical Supervisor, Residential
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Gavin House is a licensed residential recovery home for adult men with substance use disorder in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1963, it is one of the longer-running programs of its kind in the area and provides up to thirty-two men a welcoming, home-like setting centered on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Most residents stay four to six months, using that time to strengthen their recovery and prepare for a stable, independent life.
Rehab Settings
- Long-Term Inpatient
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Faith-Based
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Twelve-Step
Payment Options
- Free or Low-Budget
- Low-Cost Options
Clientele Served
- Men
675 E 4th Street, Boston, MA
Key details about Gavin Foundation – Gavin House
How long is treatment?
4 to 6 months
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
What is their capacity?
32 men
Victory Programs is a Boston, Massachusetts nonprofit that has provided recovery services since its founding in 1975, operating a range of programs that serve people at different stages of recovery and from many walks of life. Its services span residential recovery homes tailored to specific populations as well as community-based, peer-led support, all built around education, practical tools, and ongoing encouragement. The organization frequently works with individuals whose substance use is complicated by challenges such as chronic illness, co-occurring disorders, or homelessness, and it shapes its programs to meet that variety of needs.
Rehab Settings
- Residential
Services Offered
- Beds for Clients' Children
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Experiential Therapy
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Clientele Served
- LGBTQ+ Community
- Men
- Pregnant Women
- Services for Addicts with HIV/AIDS
- Women
Trust Factors
- Candid Gold Seal of Transparency
- Client Testimonials
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
404 S. Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA
Key details about Victory Programs
Is it co-ed?
There are co-ed programs and gender-specific programs for men and women
St. Francis House is a Boston, Massachusetts nonprofit and the largest day shelter in New England, serving adults experiencing homelessness and poverty since 1984. Within its holistic model, the organization offers a range of recovery and substance use support for guests working to overcome addiction. From its location in downtown Boston, it pairs help with basic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter with dedicated recovery programming, clinical support, and a peer-based recovery community.
Rehab Settings
- Outpatient
Services Offered
- Assessment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Holistic
- Substance Abuse Counseling
Trust Factors
- Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
39 Boylston Street, Boston, MA
Key details about St. Francis House
What are their business hours?
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday to Saturday - 6:30am to 3pm
Wednesday & Sunday - 6:30am to 2pm
What professional/medical staff work at St. Francis House?
Molly Dugan, MSW, LICSW | Director of Behavioral Health
Rachel Ellingson, MSW, LICSW | Associate Director of Behavioral Health
East Boston Rehab Rehabilitation & Health, Inc., located in Boston, specializes in six-month residential treatment for men recovering from substance abuse. The Boston program follows a 12-step framework with mandatory AA/NA meetings, in-house group sessions, individual counseling, random daily urine screenings, and requirements for full-time employment and financial contribution by the 45th day.
Rehab Settings
- Halfway House
- Long-Term Inpatient
- Sober Living
- Transitional Housing
Services Offered
- Drug Test
- Faith-Based
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Twelve-Step
Clientele Served
- Men
- Services for Criminal Justice Clients
- Services for DUI/DWI Offenders
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
52 White Street, East, Boston, MA
Key details about East Boston Rehab
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
What professional/medical staff work at East Boston Rehab?
Erin Dodson, LICSW | Clinical Supervisor
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cost, stigma, denial, and limited availability are the barriers that come up most. Many people assume treatment is unaffordable, but options like sliding-scale fees, Medicaid, insurance coverage, and payment plans make it more accessible than most expect. For those in areas with fewer facilities or long waitlists, telehealth programs and outpatient care can fill the gap, and getting on a waitlist now while using interim support like community groups keeps you moving forward rather than waiting to start. Stigma and denial are harder to push past, but family involvement and peer encouragement can make a real difference when motivation is low.
Check whether the facility is licensed by the state and accredited by an independent body like CARF or The Joint Commission, as that's your baseline for quality. From there, ask about staff credentials, treatment approaches, medical support, family involvement, and what aftercare planning looks like. A program that can't clearly answer those questions, or that pressures you to enroll before you've had a chance to evaluate, is one worth passing on.
Start with the practical stuff: does the program accept your insurance, what are the out-of-pocket costs, and are payment plans available. Then get into the structure, including how long the program lasts, what therapies are included, whether family can participate, and whether detox and medical support are on-site. Just as important is what happens after: ask whether the center offers aftercare, outpatient follow-up, alumni support, or connections to sober living. Comparing centers on these specifics rather than just their websites is how you find the one that actually fits your situation.
Yes. Short-term programs, usually around 30 days, focus on stabilization and building a foundation, and they work best for milder cases with strong outside support. Longer programs of 60 to 90 days or more allow time for deeper therapeutic work, relapse prevention, and real practice with life skills, which tends to produce more lasting results for people with severe or long-standing addiction.


















