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Square Medical Group/COE River House

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Overview

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Square Medical Group/COE River House offers long-term residential addiction treatment exclusively for men dealing with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in Waltham. Set in a structured, home-like residence with private rooms and shared living spaces, the program emphasizes trauma-informed care with harm-reduction services. Residents engage in therapy, medication support, and hands-on life skills while progressing through a phased program designed to support stability, independence, and continuity of care.

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Waltham, MA 02453

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Ages Served

  • Seniors (Ages 65+)
  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • Spanish
  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential

Special Programs

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

Long-Term Residential Care for Men with Co-Occurring Conditions

Square Medical Group/COE River House provides 24-hour, long-term residential treatment for adult men whose primary concern is substance use alongside co-occurring mental health conditions. The program is designed for individuals who are able to participate in a structured setting, are willing to engage voluntarily in treatment, and do not require acute detox services. Care is delivered in a community-oriented residence that supports routine, accountability, and gradual reintegration into daily life.

Trauma-Informed, Harm-Reduction Treatment Model

The program is grounded in trauma-informed care and harm reduction, using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and trauma-related counseling. Medication care is integrated into treatment, including support for medications for addiction treatment (MAT) and medications for mental health conditions. Prescribing and coordination may occur on-site or through in-network or contracted providers, depending on individual needs.

Phased Structure with Emphasis on Life Skills

A defining feature of River House is its three-phase residential structure, which typically unfolds over several months. As residents move through each phase, they take on increasing responsibility and independence. Life skills development is woven into daily routines, with residents completing weekly household tasks and learning practical skills needed for independent living. Staff provide guidance and support to help residents build consistency, confidence, and self-sufficiency.

Home-Like Environment that Supports Daily Living

Treatment takes place in a residential setting designed to feel grounded and functional rather than institutional. The house includes private bedrooms, shared common areas, a kitchen space, and a relaxation lounge where residents spend time outside of structured programming. This environment reinforces everyday routines and shared responsibility, helping residents practice skills they will need after leaving residential care.

Continuity of Care Through Square Medical Group

As part of Square Medical Group, COE River House is closely connected to outpatient services that can support continuity after discharge. The program includes discharge planning and aftercare coordination, along with recovery supports such as help accessing housing services, employment counseling or training, peer support, and social services. Transportation assistance helps residents stay connected to follow-up care and community-based resources.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Tufts Health
  • Medicaid
  • State insurance

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


Financial Assistance

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

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential

Treatment Approaches

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

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • 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
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Relaxation lounge

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Desk
  • Kitchenette
  • Private rooms
  • Sofa
  • TV
  • Personal storage/safe

Activities

  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops

Settings

  • City

Policies

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

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust


Square Medical Group/COE River House
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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.