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Megan's House

Toms River, NJ

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT

Outpatient · MAT center · in Toms River, NJ · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Megan's House

Megan’s House is a part of The Megan House Foundation, Inc. located 30 miles outside of Boston. The three-floor home can house up to 28 young women at a time. A typical stay at Megan’s House is six months, but can be longer if needed.
Individual, group, and family therapy is a part of Megan’s House treatment program and is provided by experienced licensed mental health and addiction counselors. Residents receive one-on-one success coaching for furthering education, and employment training. When available, art and equine therapies are a part of the treatment program. Residents may also participate in physical fitness activities such as boxing and yoga.
The young women staying at Megan’s House are taught life skills like time management, cooking, cleaning, how to maintain a home, and general communication skills with family and peers. Residents make their own breakfast and lunch, while dinner is prepared for them. Women can tend to an onsite vegetable garden, with the produce being incorporated into meals. Daily chores are rotated among the residents.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

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
Outpatient · MAT
Service settings
Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
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: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

310 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753

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Facility direct line

(978) 455-6973

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Megan's House accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Megan's House accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NJ Medicaid plan. Call (978) 455-6973 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Megan's House offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Megan's House have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS.
What therapy methods does Megan's House use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Megan's House?
Call the facility directly at (978) 455-6973 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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