Live Free Recovery

We emphasize a "client-focused approach" with the goal of providing "support and tools that are truly transformational." We also highlight our "full spectrum of care," 12-step foundation, and multiple locations throughout New Hampshire to support long-term recovery.

We offer a full continuum of care including Drug & Alcohol Detox, gender-specific Inpatient/Residential Rehab, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Structured Sober Living.

We treat dual diagnosis with a personalized approach that combines medical detox, evidence-based therapy, and ongoing support to address both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction and mental health simultaneously.

We use a blend of proven therapies including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, and Holistic approaches. We also offer Couples and Family Therapy.

Yes, our program is fundamentally based in the principles of 12-step recovery (AA/NA). We also incorporate other modalities like SMART Recovery and Dharma Recovery to provide a well-rounded approach.

No, our program is not faith-based. While the 12-steps involve a spiritual component, it is open to interpretation and we welcome clients of all beliefs and backgrounds.

Live Free Recovery was founded and has been providing addiction treatment services since 2015.

Costs vary. For self-pay clients, detox is estimated at $4,500 and a 30-day residential program is $9,500 (with a $2,000 non-refundable portion). Our men's aftercare program in Manchester is covered by Medicaid, with residents paying $50/week for rent. Please call for a personalized quote.

Yes, we accept all three New Hampshire Medicaid plans as well as private insurance plans such as Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, and Tufts.

Yes, we offer medically supervised Drug & Alcohol Detox services at our Keene facility to ensure a safe and managed withdrawal process.

Yes. Clients who are already on a stable dose of Medication-Assisted Treatment (like Suboxone or Methadone) from an outside provider can continue their medication while in our care. However, we do not initiate or prescribe MAT ourselves.

Yes, we have a comprehensive Dual Diagnosis Program to treat co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders simultaneously.

The duration of treatment varies based on individual needs, but a typical stay in our residential program is between 30 and 90 days. Our men's aftercare program is a 90-day commitment.

The living situation is in comfortable, home-like residential houses. All rooms and bathrooms are shared with roommates to encourage peer support and accountability. Private rooms are not available.

No, it is not a locked facility. However, it is a highly structured environment, and clients are not permitted to leave the house or property unless accompanied by staff for scheduled outings or meetings.

Yes, smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas, but all products must be new upon arrival. Personal electronics like phones and laptops are not allowed. You may access your phone briefly under supervision to retrieve contact information, but you cannot keep it with you.

Please bring your ID and insurance cards, any prescription medications in their original sealed bottles, 7-10 days of comfortable and modest clothing appropriate for New Hampshire weather, and unopened, alcohol-free toiletries. You may also bring a journal and a small amount of cash (under $100).

Leave all electronics (cell phones, laptops), valuables, weapons, drugs or alcohol, and toiletries containing alcohol at home. Also, do not bring clothing with inappropriate or substance-related logos, or any outside food and drinks.

Starting your recovery journey is a huge step, and we're here to walk you through each phase, beginning with Detoxification (Detox), a medically supervised process lasting roughly 3 to 7 days where we stabilize your body and manage painful withdrawal symptoms with medication, allowing you to feel secure and cared for despite the initial physical discomfort. Immediately following stabilization, we move into the 30-day Residential Treatment, which is a highly structured, intensive, and supportive environment where your only job is to focus on recovery through a packed schedule of individual and group therapy, education, and meetings, allowing you to feel safe and focused as we build your foundational coping skills. We then transition to the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) with transitional housing, a step down where you live in supervised recovery housing but still commit to full days of therapy 5–7 days a week, enabling you to feel a sense of partial independence and empowerment as you begin to apply your new skills to a more realistic living situation. After PHP, the schedule loosens further into the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where your therapy schedule reduces to 3–5 sessions a week (usually evenings), giving you the freedom and responsibility to look for a job or return to school while feeling challenging but rewarding as you bridge the gap between treatment and daily life. Finally, the Sober Living / Aftercare phase is your long-term safety net, where you live in a structured home, pay rent, follow rules, and maintain a strong presence in the recovery community, allowing you to feel responsible and confident in your sobriety while living "real life" with a network of support.

Our care team consists of licensed counselors, therapists, and Nurse Practitioners who provide medical oversight. We do not have psychiatrists or psychologists on staff.

You will be in treatment with other adults (18+) from various backgrounds, many using New Hampshire Medicaid. Our total capacity is around 60 beds: the Keene facility holds 20, and the two men's houses hold 20 each. While detox is co-ed, all subsequent programming is gender-specific.

Formal family involvement is primarily through our Family Therapy and Couples Therapy programs. There are typically no regular visiting hours, as the focus is on the client's intensive therapeutic work.

We offer a robust 90-day aftercare program for men in Manchester, which combines IOP and Structured Sober Living. We also have a strong Alumni Program to keep graduates connected to the recovery community.

Our programs are located in residential houses, providing a comfortable, home-like atmosphere rather than a clinical or hospital setting. This helps foster a sense of community and normalcy during treatment.

Yes, we encourage graduates to join our Alumni Program and, for men, to step down into our 90-day aftercare program in Manchester for continued support.