Medford, MA

Get Help for a Substance Abuse Treatment Center in Medford, MA

Just over three miles northwest of Boston, Medford has easy access to the city while still being outside of it. With a population of 57,170 it's smaller than you would think a town outside of a major metropolitan area would be. Medford boasts small town charm in Massachusetts while still being connected to the city and is home to the prominent Tufts University. Medford gives everything a personal touch and want to separate itself from the city of Boston as a unique and wonderful place to live.

In a town that tries to be perfect, you may feel pressured to be perfect too and hide your addiction or that you don't fit in where you live. You don't have to be perfect and substance abuse affects people from all walks of life. Asking for help and admitting that you have an addiction is a great step to starting your recovery. You may need to escape and travel somewhere to heal or attend meetings where you can be held accountable by your neighbors but if you aren't sure what the right option is for you, we're here to help. You aren't alone in fighting this disease and you can live a normal life as long as you take the first step.

How Can Support Groups Help Overcome Addiction?

There are support groups in nearly every town and city in the country that help people with their specific affliction. One of the benefits to a support group that can help you overcome your addiction is that they are weekly meetings where you meet people like you who are suffering with the same affliction. You can develop a support group of friends to help you when you are down. You can also find a sponsor who will help you on a personal basis on your path to sobriety. Therapists and doctors may also attend the support group meetings, and they can help you on a professional level with guidance and support.

If you're in the Boston area, and you're considering entering a rehab facility, think about traveling for your treatment. Traveling to a new city or state can get you away from the harmful influences that may make it easier for you to abuse substances.

Don't be another statistic. Take the first step today and give us a call because we are here to help you or your loved one conquer their addiction and live free. Call us today (866) 578-7471.

It's hard to imagine that anyone can feel alone in a world that's so connected. We want you to know that after treatment there are options available to you. We encourage you to get connected with a fellowship so you can have people who support you through thick and thin and have walked the path you are about the take yourself. Click on the map below to find a group meeting near you. Also consider joining a 12-step program to help your recovery. The 12-steps help people by empowering them over their addiction through accountability, humility and making amends for their wrongs that occurred when they were abusing substances.