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Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center

Swansea, MA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Court-Ordered · Forensic

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Swansea, MA · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
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  • Insurance verified in minutes

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Key takeaways for Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center

  • Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Contact facility for accepted insurance plans
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Swansea, MA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center

Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center offers long-term care for women facing substance use and mental health challenges. Mothers live with their children in one of 15 on-site apartments. Many are working to reunite with their children or maintain custody. With child care provided during treatment, the program typically lasts 6 to 12 months and supports both personal recovery and family stability.
Residents receive care in a structured, supportive setting designed to promote healing and personal growth. Services include individual and group counseling, trauma-informed care, and life skills development. A licensed clinical team guides each woman through her recovery journey, helping her build healthy routines and relationships. Full participation and a commitment to sobriety are central to creating a stable and respectful living environment.
The program helps residents access important supports such as Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and child care assistance. These resources help cover basic needs during treatment. All necessary materials are provided, and medications are safely stored for self-administration. After an orientation period, phone access and visits are welcomed, and loved ones are encouraged to take part in the recovery process.

Classified as other residential treatment facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Medications used

Olanzapine, Risperidone, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

24 Main Street, Swansea, MA 02777

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Facility direct line

907-565-1200

Website

akeela.org

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 907-565-1200 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other MA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center?
Call the facility directly at 907-565-1200 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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