Living with a substance or alcohol use disorder is not really living at all. It can cause chaos in your life, damage your relationships, and be physically and emotionally devastating. Entering rehab offers a new lease on life but can be filled with uncertainty. Will it be frightening? Will it be painful? And perhaps most importantly, where can you find high-quality care tailored to your circumstances?

If you or someone you care about struggles with substance use disorder, our New Hampshire rehab center can help. As a member of the Guardian Recovery network, The Plymouth House has combined its expertise as a successful 12-Step retreat with Guardian’s world-class medical and clinical care. We will work with you to develop an individualized and effective program to help you recover from addiction and get on the road to long-term recovery. Contact us today to learn more about our treatment options near Rumney, NH.

Drug Detox & Addiction Treatment Services Near Rumney, NH

When you start treatment, you will probably have drugs or alcohol in your body. Our first priority is to rid your body of these harmful substances. The detoxification (detox) process can be physically and emotionally uncomfortable.

The Plymouth House’s medically supervised detox is a safe, friendly, and supportive environment to manage withdrawal symptoms. Our experienced medical professionals monitor your health early in treatment and can administer medications to prevent complications and ease symptoms.

Disorders & Addictions Treated at Our Treatment Facility

Our addiction treatment center uses 12-Step work, intense personal therapy, and spiritual exploration to help you along the path to recovery. Addictions we treat include:

• Alcohol
• Opioid
• Prescription Drugs
• Benzodiazepine 
• Stimulants
• Painkiller
• Heroin
• Xanax
• Cocaine
• Fentanyl
• Meth
• Most other drugs

Prescription Drug Detox

Many people with substance use disorders started their journey into addiction with a prescription drug. Prescription pain relievers, tranquilizers, and stimulants carry an increased risk of dependence and lead to substance use disorders, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (1). 

The cycle of prescription drug misuse often starts when a person builds up a tolerance to the drug, so they take more to get the same results. This causes the medication to run out before the next refill, which can cause uncomfortable physical and emotional withdrawal symptoms.  

Detoxing from prescription drugs can be severe and even life-threatening, depending on the class of drug. The Plymouth House offers medically supervised detox, where you can detox from prescription drugs in a safe, comfortable, and private setting.

Alcohol Detox

We understand how difficult it can be to come to terms with an alcohol use disorder. Our medical detox program in New Hampshire enables you to manage alcohol withdrawal and prevent complications. 

The intensity of alcohol withdrawal can vary among individuals. According to the National Library of Medicine, alcohol withdrawal symptoms include (2): 

• Severe headaches
• Body tremors/uncontrollable shaking
• Severe stomach cramping
• Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
• Loss of appetite
• Insomnia and other sleep-related issues
• Profuse sweating/night sweats
• Increased heart rate and blood pressure
• Seizures.
• Disorientation and confusion
• Hallucinations (often associated with delirium tremens)
• Anxiety and panic attacks
• Depressed mood/suicidal ideation

Because withdrawal symptoms can be both physical and psychological, and because more severe withdrawal symptoms can be lethal when left untreated, entering into a professional medical detox program is the safest, most effective way to rid your body of alcohol and other substances.

Opioid Detox

When the body is exposed to any chemical substance, it adapts to the presence of the substance over time. Once the body, brain, and central nervous system become accustomed to opioids, attempting to quit suddenly and without medical supervision and treatment can leave you feeling terrible. 

The uncomfortable physical symptoms of withdrawal coupled with intense psychological cravings often lead an individual back to use before the detox process is complete. 

With assistance from a licensed and accredited addiction treatment center, like The Plymouth House, you can undergo a safe and more comfortable detox, continue with comprehensive rehabilitation and aftercare, and ultimately return to independent living with the coping and life skills necessary to thrive in recovery. 

Early symptoms of withdrawal, per the National Library of Medicine, include:

• Agitation
• Anxiety
• Muscle aches
• Increased tearing
• Insomnia
• Runny nose
• Sweating
• Yawning

Later symptoms of withdrawal include:

• Abdominal cramping
• Diarrhea
• Dilated pupils
• Goosebumps
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Stimulant Detox

Stimulants affect the central nervous system by increasing neurotransmitter activity inside the brain. With heavy or ongoing use, your body comes to rely on stimulants to control cognitive function and focus. 

When you stop using stimulant drugs, you can experience uncomfortable physical and psychological symptoms that can be so severe they drive you back to using. A quality drug detox program, like that offered by Th Plymouth House, will help you manage withdrawal symptoms and keep you as comfortable as possible as your body rids itself of toxins. 

Everyone’s experience is different, but the National Library of Medicine reports common stimulant withdrawal symptoms include (4):

• Jittery reactions
• Anxiety
• Chills
• Dehydration
• Dulled senses
• Slowed speech
• Loss of interest
• Slowed movements
• Slow heart rate
• Irritability
• Hallucinations
• Paranoia
• Fatigue
• Depression
• Increased appetite
• Impaired memory
• Weight loss or gaunt appearance
• Insomnia or hypersomnia
• Body aches
• Drug cravings

The caring professionals at our New Hampshire rehab center will effectively treat all symptoms associated with stimulant withdrawal. If you or someone you love has been using an illicit stimulant like methamphetamine or cocaine or a prescription stimulant like Adderall or Ritalin, we can help. 

Benzodiazepine Detox

Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a prescription tranquilizer usually prescribed to treat anxiety-related disorders and persistent sleep issues like insomnia. Even when taken as prescribed by a licensed medical professional, benzodiazepines have a high potential for misuse. 

Both physical and psychological symptoms of benzo withdrawal can be severe — even life-threatening — and include:

• Insomnia and other sleep disturbances
• Increased symptoms of anxiety, including panic attacks
• Increased agitation and irritability
• Hand tremors
• Nausea, vomiting, and dry reaching
• Profuse sweating/night sweats
• Difficulties concentrating
• Loss of appetite and weight loss
• Heart palpitations
• Perception changes
• Muscular and joint pain and stiffness
• Seizures
• Psychosis

At The Plymouth House, we treat you individually, conducting an in-depth assessment upon admission to determine which detox methods best suit your unique case. If you have been using a high dose of benzos, you may benefit from slowly tapering off. Under the supervision of a licensed physician, the dose is reduced over several weeks to prevent central nervous system complications.

Synthetic Drug Detox

Synthetic drugs duplicate the effects of plant-based drugs like marijuana and cocaine but are more addictive and are very unpredictable. They cause intense withdrawal symptoms that only a formal detox program can safely manage.

Withdrawal symptoms vary by synthetic substance and may include:

• Psychosis
• Tremors
• Chest pain
• Blurred vision
• Heart palpitations
• Coma
• Dehydration
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Seizures
• Heart attack
• Dizziness
• Difficulty breathing
• Chills/hot flashes
• Numbness
• Insomnia
• Paranoia
• Sweating
• Disorientation
• Stroke
• Sudden death

Our Levels of Care for Substance Use Recovery

Maintaining sobriety is a life-long process that requires different types of care at various stages, which is why we offer many levels of care. At The Plymouth House, we will work with you to prepare and build a solid foundation for continued success in recovery. The levels of care we offer include:

• Medical detox — In medical detox, you will undergo a safe, pain-free withdrawal under the close supervision of a team of medical professionals. 
• Residential inpatient treatment — This is the most intensive treatment option, lasting 30 to 90 days, depending on your needs. 
• Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)— This level of care is a step down from inpatient treatment and includes full days of intensive therapeutic care (usually seven days a week) with the freedom to return home in the evenings. 
• Extended care — You can continue coming to The Plymouth House campus to complete your steps, continue therapy, and attend groups, meetings, and workshops. This level of care is designed to help you gradually reintegrate into the world while being supported by The Plymouth House community.

Substance Use Treatment Therapies

The Plymouth House offers a variety of evidence-based treatment therapies. We work with each guest to develop a personalized recovery program based on your unique experience and needs. Treatments may include: 

• 12-Step program — While we are not affiliated with AA, we believe in AA’s 12 steps and their power to transform lives.
• Therapy and psychiatric services — Treatment includes individual, group, and family counseling sessions, along with medication management for people with co-occurring mental health conditions. 
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) — Also known as ”talk therapy,” helps you change negative thought patterns to positive ones, adjusting how a person functions and interacts with the world around them.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) — EDMR is a therapeutic technique that is highly beneficial for people struggling with unresolved trauma.
• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) — DBT is a type of talk therapy that focuses on developing healthy social skills and learning to regulate emotions.
• Yoga and meditation — These calming practices can help you slow down, breathe, find your sense of self, and ease your anxieties. These methods have proven to be highly beneficial to impulse control.

Recreational therapy — Learning how to have fun in recovery is essential. At The Plymouth House, guests are exposed to various healthy, sobriety-friendly activities. While participating in these activities, you may delve deeper into personal challenges and work towards cognitive, emotional, physical, and leisure development in a safe and supportive setting.

Drug & Alcohol Use Statistics in Rumney, NH

Nestled into the southern edge of the White Mountain National Forest, Rumney, in Graft County, New Hampshire, has been affected by the opioid crisis over the past decade. The statewide overdose death rate has been among the highest in the nation. For 2022, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services reported 464 overdose deaths, the highest year on record so far. (5)

Fortunately, the state has also made strides in addressing these problems by improving access to treatment. People living in the Rumney area can find help close to home at The Plymouth House.

What to Look for in a Local Addiction Treatment Center Near Rumney

Once you make the courageous decision to seek treatment for your addiction, it’s vital to find a program that meets your personal needs. Here are a few questions to ask when considering drug or alcohol detox and treatment in New Hampshire:

• What is the program’s treatment environment like?
• Does the facility have the amenities you need?
• Are family involvement and support offered?
• What is the program’s patient-to-staff ratio?
• Do staff members hold degrees or certifications in psychology, counseling, or social work, with specialties in addiction treatment? 
• How does the program approach addiction treatment?
• Do they offer group therapy, individual counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and alternative therapies?
• What is their treatment philosophy?
• What levels of care do they provide?
• Do they offer aftercare and relapse prevention support?

Why Choose The Plymouth House for Your Recovery?

The Plymouth House has been providing hope for a better life, free from addiction, to individuals and their families since 2002. In 2021, we joined the Guardian Recovery network, a substance use disorder treatment leader, to provide a full continuum of care for guests and their families throughout the recovery process. In doing so, The Plymouth House combined its expertise as a 12-Step retreat with Guardian’s world-class medical and clinical care excellence.

Partnering with Guardian Recovery has allowed The Plymouth House to expand its medical and clinical staff to include primary care physicians, licensed psychiatrists, and experienced clinicians. We are nationally accredited and recognized and accept most major health insurance.

Contact Us Today

Seeking substance use treatment for an alcohol or substance use disorder can be intimidating, but The Plymouth House will walk you through every step of the process. Our core 12-Step process, combined with expert medical and clinical care, provides the strongest foundation for your long-term recovery. Our team of caring medical, clinical, and recovery professionals has decades of combined experience providing you with the healing necessary for long-term recovery. 

Our 7-acre campus, nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is an idyllic place for you to recover mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually from addiction. Your journey to sobriety begins when you contact us — we will immediately connect you with someone who can help. We understand that alcohol and substance use disorder treatment is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and we are dedicated to helping you find the treatment option that makes the most sense for your unique clinical needs. Contact us today to begin your journey of recovery.