Press Releases

To help individuals suffering from a substance use disorder find facilities that deliver quality treatment and care, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) recognizes the New England Recovery Center (NERC) as one of the first facilities in the state to receive the Blue Distinction® Center for Substance Use Treatment and Recovery designation.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts and its subsidiary the New England Recovery Center (NERC), an addiction treatment center located in Westborough, Mass., announced today the appointments of Catherine Collins as a Regional Business Development Liaison and Marybeth Adams as Program Director of NERC’s detox and residential programs.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announced today a partnership with Milford Regional Medical Center (MRMC) to provide rapid access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to patients of the emergency department (ED) and other MRMC-affiliated patient care sites. Through this collaborative effort, Spectrum and MRMC are bridging the gap between emergency care and primary care offices for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and longer-term addiction treatment.

Khan is the latest addition to psychiatric branch, focusing on the intersection of substance use and mental health disorders

New program allows for same-day admissions and immediate access to medication-assisted treatment Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts announces the recent launch of its new “Collaborative and Transitional Treatment” program. This innovative model serves as an intake hub to provide rapid access to treatment for people with opioid use disorders while helping to alleviate pressures on emergency departments.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of evidence-based addiction treatment, was recently awarded a $2.7 million three-year contract by the Essex County Sheriff’s Department in Massachusetts.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, is one of five organizations celebrating one year since the launch of The Behavioral Health Partners of MetroWest (BHPMW). Started with the goal of breaking down the silos that exist in the current health care system, BHPMW provides an integrated system of treatment services centered on addiction, mental health and social health, expanding the capacity to address the overall behavioral health needs of clients served in the MetroWest and Central Massachusetts regions of the state.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., is pleased to announce a new partnership with Regis College which allows Spectrum staff to receive tuition discounts on relevant graduate, doctoral and certificate programs.

The historic Worcester Country Club, home of the inaugural Ryder Cup, will play host to Spectrum’s 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on September 30, 2019. Please join us for our largest fundraising event of the year and share a fun-filled day with your friends while helping support Spectrum’s important work in the community.

On June 21, 2019, Spectrum Health Systems celebrated its 50th anniversary at the historic Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts. The event featured a video tribute recapping Spectrum’s 50-year history, delicious food catered by Peppers Artful Events and the inspirational story of Tony Hoffman, former BMX Elite Pro, Olympic coach, acclaimed speaker and founder of The Freewheel Project.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announced the appointment of Matthew Bock, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC, as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for the organization’s growing practice.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announced today the promotion of Mark Brown to Executive Director of Adolescent and Peer Services. In this role, Brown will continue growing the organization’s suite of services focused on at-risk youth and peer recovery.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, announces the appointment of James Celestin, MD, an expert in interventional pain management, to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Celestin holds certifications with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Medical Subspecialties, with a specialization in Pain Medicine.

Addiction treatment provider continues its commitment to excellence and ongoing quality improvement Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a longtime not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing effective, evidence-based treatment, was awarded another three-year accreditation of its Massachusetts-based addiction treatment programs by CARF International. Spectrum has maintained continuous CARF accreditation of the company’s comprehensive service delivery continuum for the past 15 years. Following an in-depth, onsite review, the survey team issued its findings and noted numerous areas of strength.

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., a renowned not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive continuum of addiction treatment throughout Massachusetts, is pleased to announce the launch of its new business offering, Spectrum Education, Training and Consulting which provides a wide range of customized training and technical assistance services for organizations looking to develop their internal capacity through staff development or new program implementation.