Storm UpdateDue to the impending storm, Lifeline will be closed on Tuesday, 2/13/24. Lifeline patients are asked to bring their locked boxes on Monday, 2/12/24 for take-home dosing for Tuesday, 2/13/24.
Secondary to the impending storm expected on 2/13/24, most of our outpatient clinical services will be transferred over to telehealth. Our Opioid Treatment Center and our In-Patient units will be open in the morning to take care of patients who need services.
Our telephones will be operational and will be staffed to answer any questions. Our main number is 508-675-1054
Ambulatory Behavioral Health (ABH) services provides individual and group therapy as well as medication services for a wide variety of psychological problems, including substance use disorders, trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, anger, etc. These services are offered in a variety of ways. Patients can walk in and access in-person assessments/treatments. Telehealth visits, using either video platforms or telephonic sessions, can also be coordinated. The outpatient treatment team is comprised of dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, and social workers committed to compassionate and individualized care.
A client is required to have monthly clinical counseling with their assigned therapist. Psychiatric provider appts will depend on acuity and need of clients.
We have financial specialists on site to assist; we can help with applying for insurance and offer sliding scales. Don’t let lack of insurance deter you from seeking care.
If a client is assigned an individual therapist, they are required to see that therapist individually monthly, and group does not count toward their monthly requirement.
Yes, with the completion of a written release of information by the client indicating what information can be disclosed.
Testimonials
"I’m glad I contacted SSTAR when I did. Other alternatives kept shuffling me around, but at SSTAR, I was treated like a real person."
Tim S.
"I’m so thankful for SSTAR. I go there for therapy and i have a psychiatrist i see every other month. This place has changed my life in ways i never thought possible. Between having my medication managed and talking with someone one on one they have the perfect treatment plan based on my needs. I’m very thankful."
Jessica T.
"I love Dr. Rice he's such a great doctor he really cares about his patients I'm so grateful for him."
Katie F.
"Rebecca was really nice & really helpful. She always called to keep me updated. She also made an appointment I needed to happened. She’s the best!"
Serenity S.
"Employees very caring very kind if you're looking for help with anything that has to do with your emotional well-being your physical health this is definitely the place to go and I promise you all of your needs would be met here."
Bernadette T.
"Helped me recover and find myself."
Darrian W.
"Solid, competent, professional counselors and staff management is top notch."
Wayne C.
"People are SO well taken care of here. The level of kindness and compassion is over and above."
Anonymous
"They are in the business of saving lives. Saved mine thank you."
The Fall River Area Domestic Violence Coalition is partnering with the Mayor’s Office and DA Quinn to kick off Massachusetts White Ribbon Month. Please join us March 8th at 1:15 at City Hall to take the Pledge.
Due to the impending storm, Lifeline will be closed on Sunday, 1/7/24. Lifeline patients are asked to bring their locked boxes on Saturday 1/6/24 for take-home dosing for Sunday, 1/7/24.
Our Community Partners Program had a successful coat drive for their enrollees, the homeless and anyone that needed a coat. It was held at the Weaver St. Cafeteria. They had a photo booth, hot chocolate, cookies and coffee bar.