Hockanum Valley Community Council Inc

Hockanum Valley Community Council takes a community-first approach to addiction treatment and recovery. As a nonprofit agency, HVCC is not structured around short-term detox or acute stabilization — it is built for the longer arc of recovery, supporting people through ongoing outpatient programming that addresses both substance use and the mental health challenges that frequently accompany it.

The outpatient program at HVCC serves as a recovery community hub for individuals in Vernon, Norwich, and Willimantic, Connecticut. Case management services help clients navigate housing, benefits, and other practical concerns that shape whether long-term recovery holds. For people who need flexibility, the clinic's telehealth option means that a missed commute or a difficult week does not have to mean a missed session.

HVCC's outpatient program is designed with a wide range of individuals in mind. The clinic serves men and women, seniors and older adults, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and those entering treatment through court referrals. That breadth reflects a practical reality: substance use disorders affect people across every demographic, and effective outpatient care needs to meet people where they are.

The program specifically addresses co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis — treating trauma and PTSD alongside substance abuse treatment rather than treating each in a separate silo. This integrated approach through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy gives clients in the outpatient program a more complete framework for understanding and managing their recovery over the long term.

Consistency matters more than intensity in outpatient recovery, and HVCC's schedule is built around that principle. The clinic runs extended hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with Friday morning hours and weekend session availability. That range of access points means that employment, childcare, or other obligations are less likely to become barriers to staying engaged with the outpatient program.

Telehealth services are available for those who face distance or transportation challenges within the service area. For family members supporting a loved one through recovery, HVCC's breadth of wraparound services — including parenting education and case management — means the clinic can serve as a long-term partner in stabilizing not just the individual, but the household around them.

Cost is one of the most common reasons people delay or avoid substance abuse treatment, and HVCC has structured its payment options to reduce that obstacle. The clinic accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and state insurance, along with self-pay and a sliding scale fee option for those without coverage or with limited income.

Prospective clients or family members can reach the Vernon Rockville location directly at (860) 872-9825 to discuss payment, scheduling, and what the outpatient program involves. The clinic's website at hvcchelps.org provides additional information about the full range of services available through this nonprofit recovery community resource.