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617-207-7691About Gavin Foundation—McGahan Center
Gavin Foundation’s John McGahan Center has 64 beds reserved for detox and clinical stabilization for adults with primary substance dependence including opioids like heroin and fentanyl. The McGahan Center provides a structured and supportive therapeutic setting where you can detox under the care of highly skilled and licensed professionals. They’re situated at Colony Avenue in the Wollaston neighborhood of Quincy, Massachusetts.
The location is just over a mile northeast of Adams National Historical Park and United First Parish Church and west of Wollaston Beach. One thing I like about this facility is that they feature separate units for men and women. This ensures privacy and a focused withdrawal experience. Admission is open 24/7, so you can get help whenever you’re ready to begin.
Medically Supervised Withdrawal or Detoxification
Detox is primarily geared towards restoring stability and improving motivation for positive behavioral changes. This short-term program lasts between three and five days. You’ll be monitored 24 hours by the clinicians. They may administer FDA-approved meds to manage withdrawal symptoms. You’ll also receive education, motivational counseling and case management services to help guide you toward your next step in recovery.
Most clients transition to the 14-day clinical stabilization services to mentally prepare for long-term healing. Think of this as a bridge between the initial withdrawal phase and the next steps toward lasting healing. It involves therapy and educational services focusing on symptom management and recovery skills. After detox, you’ll be connected to the appropriate level of care within the Gavin Foundation network or outside community providers.
Many clients have shared positive feedback praising the staff for the compassionate care provided, though a few comments suggest areas for improvement.
Levels of Care
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Inpatient
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
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Aftercare
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support after you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety including therapy, community support groups and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into your daily life.
Detox Service Setting
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Inpatient Detox
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
Programs
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Adult (18+)
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Alcohol Detox
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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Drug Detox
Drug detox programs support individuals who are withdrawing from addictive substances like cocaine and heroin. Medical support helps you manage symptoms in a controlled and safe environment so you can achieve initial sobriety.
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Men
Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Opioid Detox
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Women
Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender specific issues such as trauma, family roles and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young Adult (18 - 25)
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Accreditations
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CARF
Contact
43 Old Colony Avenue
Quincy, MA 02170
