Horizons is a CARF-accredited, short-term intensive inpatient program operated by Recovery Network of Programs at 1635 Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport. RNP describes Horizons as a 3.7R level-of-care program for adult men with co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions. The program combines a structured residential environment with evidence-based counseling, case management, family involvement, and planning for continued recovery in the community.
Structured Residential Addiction Treatment
Horizons is designed for men who need a higher level of support than routine outpatient care. A man whose primary concern is alcohol can contact the program to determine whether his substance dependence and mental health needs fit the admission criteria. Because alcohol problems often occur alongside depression, anxiety, trauma, or other psychiatric symptoms, the co-occurring focus can be especially relevant when successful recovery requires more than addressing drinking alone.
RNP lists motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, Seeking Safety, and medication-assisted services for opioid dependence among the approaches used at Horizons. The program also provides individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, case management, and 12-step facilitation. For alcohol recovery, these services can help clients identify triggers, examine thinking and behavior patterns, improve coping skills, rebuild relationships, and create a practical plan for maintaining gains after residential treatment.
Mental Health, Trauma, and Aftercare
The Seeking Safety approach is particularly relevant for people whose substance use is connected with trauma. When alcohol has been used to cope with painful memories, stress, or emotional symptoms, trauma-informed work can help a client develop safer ways to manage distress. Cognitive behavioral and motivational approaches can also support changes in alcohol use by strengthening motivation and challenging patterns that keep substance dependence active.
Horizons places significant emphasis on individualized aftercare and discharge planning. RNP notes that follow-up planning may include referrals to housing, outpatient addiction treatment, and mental health services. For a person recovering from alcohol dependence, continuity after discharge can include counseling, peer support, medication management when appropriate, and other recovery resources that reduce the risk of returning to alcohol use.
Payment and Program Fit
Connecticut’s Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services currently lists Horizons as a fully certified intensive residential 3.7 program and identifies All Medicaid HUSKY and self-pay as payment options. Commercially insured clients are advised by the state to contact their plan directly regarding authorization and network participation. People seeking alcohol treatment should verify current eligibility and financial arrangements with Horizons before admission.
Horizons is an inpatient residential program for adult men; it is not a standard weekly outpatient clinic. RNP also operates a separate withdrawal-management program, so someone needing immediate medical management of severe alcohol withdrawal may require a different service before residential rehabilitation. For clinically appropriate men who need intensive treatment for substance dependence and co-occurring mental health concerns, Horizons offers structured care at 1635 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605. The current phone is 203-333-3518.
