Bangor, Maine’s Acadia Hospital is a substance abuse treatment facility (Penobscot County). They also provided treatment for addictions that were not caused by drugs or alcohol. They treat both males and women and accept young adults and adults (ages 18 and older).

Substance Use Disorder, also known as addiction, is an illness that requires treatment rather than judgment. The disease is classified as mild, moderate, or severe drug, alcohol, or prescription medicine addiction. With the support of Medication Assisted Treatment, counseling, medication management, and/or behavioral treatments, many persons with Substance Use Disorder go on to live healthy, productive lives.