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Nestled on a private 12-acre estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Silver Ridge provides a luxurious residential environment for substance use care, designed specifically for adults ages 35 and up. Clients can choose from 12-step and SMART recovery paths, complemented by holistic and experiential therapies including equine therapy. A dedicated program for veterans is offered.

Address

183 Old Turnpike Road
Mills River, NC 28759

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Military families
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Veterans
  • Pain management
  • Seniors

Specialized Treatment for Older Adults

Care is specifically adapted for adults ages 35 and up, understanding that this age group often faces unique challenges such as significant life transitions, navigating their purpose in life, and inner ruminations about their legacy. Staff recognize that substance use at this stage of life often intersects with burnout, grief, or questions about identity. Programs are designed to meet clients where they are, helping them overcome substance use and discover a renewed sense of direction.

Restorative Healing in a Nature-Filled Mountain Setting

The center offers a quiet, soothing retreat environment with private bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms, with chef-prepared meals adapted to dietary preferences, including vegan offerings. Outdoor walking trails, gardens, and lounges overlooking the beautiful natural scenery are available for clients to enjoy. There is also plenty of space for yoga and meditation sessions surrounded by forested views. The setting is intentionally tailored for reflection, comfort, and renewal.

Equine-Assisted, Expressive, and Creative Therapies

Along with individual, group, and family therapy, the center offers a range of fun and uplifting holistic healing options. These include equine therapy, which helps clients build trust and self-awareness, and connection through interactions with horses. No riding is required. Art therapy and expressive writing are also offered, providing a nonverbal way to process deep emotions and trauma. Mindfulness activities like guided meditation, tai chi, and yoga are also offered, as well as ecotherapy. This combination paves the way for a well-rounded, restorative experience.

SMART and 12-Step Recovery Path Options

Both self-management and recovery training (SMART) Recovery and 12-Step meetings are offered to meet client preferences. SMART Recovery emphasizes self-empowerment and uses evidence-based tools like cognitive-behavioral techniques and goal setting to build resilience and independence. For clients drawn to spiritual growth and peer connection, 12-Step programming offers structured steps to follow, as well as strong community support. Clients are free to explore what resonates with their beliefs and recovery goals.

Specialized Veterans Program

A dedicated program for veterans is available, providing trauma-informed care for substance use and co-occurring disorders like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Veterans engage in mixed-population therapy groups, encouraging reintegration into civilian life. As a member of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care Network (VA-CCN), the center accepts VA referrals, streamlining access to care. The admissions team assists veterans in navigating VA-CCN benefits, ensuring they receive the support they require.

Patient Reviews

Silver Ridge maintains a strong reputation with reviewers. Former clients often cite the peaceful setting, high-quality meals, and compassionate, skilled staff as standouts. Some noted frustrations with scheduling or family involvement, but the overall sentiment reflects meaningful change, emotional healing, and lasting tools for recovery.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Ambetter
  • First Health
  • GEHA
  • Oscar
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance
  • TRICARE

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$$$ - High-end Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

0% Coverage 60% Coverage 80% Coverage
5-day Treatment $5,000 $2,000 $1,000
7-day Treatment $7,000 $2,800 $1,400
0% Coverage 60% Coverage 80% Coverage
30-day Treatment $30,000 $12,000 $6,000
60-day Treatment $60,000 $24,000 $12,000

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Fitness center
  • Gourmet meals
  • Access to nature
  • Dietary accommodations
  • Equine therapy
  • Gardens
  • Healthy meals
  • In-house chef
  • Meditation rooms
  • Outdoor relaxation lounge
  • Relaxation lounge
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Walking paths

Room Amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor space
  • Private bathroom
  • Private rooms
  • Sofa

Activities

  • Art therapy
  • Secular meetings
  • Yoga
  • Animal-assisted therapy
  • Fitness activities
  • Hiking
  • Offsite outings
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Settings

  • Country
  • Mountain

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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Trust Score

A simple A–E grade that offers a quick view of how much confidence you might place in a facility. It’s not a guarantee of quality or outcomes, but a data-informed tool to help guide your search. More on our methodology.

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

CARF reviews rehab programs to make sure they provide respectful, effective, and personalized care. For addiction treatment, CARF uses standards developed with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), so this accreditation shows the program follows trusted, evidence-based guidelines for treating substance use.

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Reviews and Ratings

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  • Highly compassionate and knowledgeable staff dedicated to client well-being.
  • Delicious meals prepared by talented chefs, enhancing the recovery experience.
  • Beautiful facilities that provide a serene environment for healing.
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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.