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Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre

Swansea, MA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Swansea, MA · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre

Birchwood Residential at Kaleidoscope House is a detox and residential facility for adults treating alcohol and drug addiction. They have a 25-bed facility in Wirral, Merryside where they provide 12-Step facilitation and peer support to individuals on their recovery journey. Birchwood Residential’s treatment approach focuses on improving confidence, access to education, providing safe activities, and empowering individuals to self-direct their recovery. They also provide family meetings and help improve communication and resolve conflict between clients and their support systems.

Classified as other residential treatment facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Olanzapine, Risperidone, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

24 Main Street, Swansea, MA 02777

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Facility direct line

0151 670 0033

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 0151 670 0033 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other MA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Birchwood Residential Treatment Centre?
Call the facility directly at 0151 670 0033 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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