The Freedom Center Residential

Chapel Hill, NC

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Chapel Hill, NC · Accepts Medicaid · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About The Freedom Center Residential

The Freedom Center, located in Buckeystown just outside Frederick, Maryland, provides residential treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Their facility combines affordability with personalization, helping clients start their path to freedom from addiction.
Before admission, clients must have completed detox and withdrawal. Treatment plans may include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), relapse prevention, and case management. Programs typically last 30 to 90 days, depending on individual needs, with 24/7 staff support. Following residential treatment, clients may step down to outpatient care through the Freedom Center.
The Victorian-style house offers a large wraparound porch and spacious grounds. Clients can relax around the fire outside, connect in the indoor lounge areas, share a meal around the large dining table, or stay fit in the exercise area. Shared rooms balance accountability with personal privacy.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

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 · Telehealth
Service settings: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used: Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Lofexidine, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders + 2 more
Recovery supports: Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Facility direct line

(888) 530-5025

Website

www.thefreedomcenter.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Freedom Center Residential accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, The Freedom Center Residential accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NC Medicaid plan. Call (888) 530-5025 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does The Freedom Center Residential offer?

This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

Does The Freedom Center Residential have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse.

What therapy methods does The Freedom Center Residential use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.

How do I start treatment at The Freedom Center Residential?

Call the facility directly at (888) 530-5025 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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