Community Alternatives Inc

About Community Alternatives Inc

Community Alternatives, Inc is a CARF accredited substance use treatment provider in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The organization treats substance use and cooccurring mental health needs in adults, with a particular focus on pregnant and parenting women and their children.

Their mission centers on compassionate, family preserving care that helps mothers recover while keeping their families together.

Women Centered Substance Use Recovery in Charlotte

CASCADE specializes in gender specific addiction treatment built around the needs of new and expecting mothers.

The program uses an evidence based, women centered Relational Model and offers a full continuum of care including residential options.

In treatment, clients engage in individual and group counseling using approaches like CBT, DBT, MI and trauma counseling.

Sessions address root causes of substance use while building relapse prevention and parenting skills.

Wraparound Family Supports

Beyond clinical care, CASCADE reduces barriers to recovery through practical wraparound services.

These include childcare, transportation, prenatal care, parenting education, case management and aftercare planning.

Priority admission is offered to pregnant women, helping ensure expecting mothers receive timely comprehensive support.

Access and Next Steps

Community Alternatives serves adults across Charlotte, Mint Hill, and Mecklenburg County through in person, appointment based care Monday through Friday.

The program holds CARF accreditation and integrates substance use and mental health treatment under one roof.

They accept self pay, Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance and military insurance such as Tricare.

Payment assistance is available with no denial of services based on inability to pay.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
For many people in North Carolina, dual diagnosis treatment that addresses mental health and substance use is essential to their recovery. In dual diagnosis programs, the activities, peer support, and counseling are tailored to the unique needs of those with mental health concerns. This may include additional therapy, medication, or peer support.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
In North Carolina, one option to pay for substance use treatment is self-pay, also known as private pay. You can use a medical loan, write a check, or send money to the center electronically. Check on the fee structure, which can vary depending on the type of care.
Medicaid
How do you pay for rehab in North Carolina? If you qualify, a good option is Medicaid. You’ll need to choose a program that accepts Medicaid as payment, and you can access multiple levels of care, including detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment.
Medicare
When you’re planning to use Medicare to pay for rehab in North Carolina, there are a few details to keep in mind. You’ll want to find out what treatment centers accept your plan and get the details on what out-of-pocket costs you might have, such as deductibles and copays.
Private insurance
If you’re looking for ways to pay for rehab in North Carolina, consider using private insurance. Insurance plans can pay some or all of the costs of rehab. Each plan has different coverage details, and you’ll pay less if you choose a treatment center in the plan’s network. Contact the insurer to find out more information.

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Rehab
If you struggle with addiction in North Carolina, outpatient care is one option for rehab. You’ll live at home or in sober living outside of sessions. During outpatient treatment, clients have independence outside of sessions, allowing them to work, attend school, and practice their new habits in real-world situations.
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Partial Hospitalization Program
Some people need intensive treatment that’s similar to an inpatient program but are able to live independently. A partial hospitalization program (PHP) in North Carolina gives you both. PHPs include multiple approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and holistic therapy options.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Receiving cognitive behavioral therapy in North Carolina helps you identify your automatic interpretations of situations and how that impacts your behavior. CBT can help you identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts, calm your mind, and face your fears rationally.
Trauma Therapy
When you’ve experienced trauma, it’s natural to try to protect yourself from further harm. Trauma-informed therapy in North Carolina can help you see how substance use is connected to your past experiences and how you can learn to care for yourself in healthier ways. Substance use and trauma are interrelated, and trauma-informed therapy involves working with the therapist and your support network to create healthy coping skills, become empowered, and improve resilience.
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