Freedom House Recovery Center

Freedom House Recovery Center offers one of the more complete continuums of substance abuse treatment available in the Chapel Hill area, moving from medical detox through residential treatment and into an outpatient program. For individuals and families navigating recovery, this means the possibility of staying with a single, established provider across multiple stages — reducing the disruption that can come with transferring between unconnected facilities.

The residential program operates with a capacity of 16, creating an environment that is structured without being institutional. The outpatient program supports individuals who are further along in their recovery and ready to re-engage with daily responsibilities while maintaining consistent clinical support. Together, these levels of care reflect a program designed for the full arc of recovery, not just its earliest moments.

Few addiction treatment programs in the region serve as wide a range of people as Freedom House. The center's programs are open to men and women, young adults ages 18–25, seniors and older adults, veterans, pregnant women, and individuals entering treatment through the court system. Each of these populations can face distinct barriers to recovery, and Freedom House's broad admission criteria reflects a deliberate commitment to accessible, inclusive care.

The center also provides treatment for co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis — acknowledging that mental health and substance use challenges frequently appear together. Services are provided in English, and the center draws clients from Orange County, Durham County, Person County, Warren County, and communities including Chapel Hill, Durham, Roxboro, Warrenton, and Norlina.

One of the practical realities of seeking substance abuse treatment is navigating the cost. Freedom House Recovery Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, and self-pay or cash — a broader range of payment options than many treatment facilities in the area offer. A sliding fee scale is also available, adjusting costs based on a client's financial situation.

This financial accessibility matters particularly for the populations Freedom House serves, including veterans who may rely on public insurance and young adults or court-involved individuals who may be entering treatment with limited financial resources. The center's administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, and can be reached at (919) 942-2803 or by email at [email protected].

Freedom House Recovery Center holds CARF accreditation, a recognized standard in behavioral health and addiction treatment that reflects a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The center is guided by Medical Director Dr. James Groce and Clinical Director Christopher Scoville, MSW, MBA, LCSW, LCAS — a leadership team that brings together medical and licensed clinical expertise across addiction and behavioral health.

The center's stated philosophy is person-centered and strengths-based, a framework that focuses on what clients bring to recovery rather than defining them solely by their diagnosis or history. This orientation shapes how the center approaches behavioral health programs and services at every stage of the recovery process, from initial detox through longer-term outpatient care.