Core Treatment Program
Prairie Recovery Center focuses on providing an immersive residential program designed to stabilize clients and equip them with the tools for long-term sobriety. The serene, rural campus allows for deep focus on healing, free from external distractions.
Typical Stay: 45-60 Days
The residential program is the sole level of care, providing 24/7 support in a structured environment. The program is therapy-based, integrating individual, group, and family counseling. While not a 12-Step program, optional AA/NA meetings are offered. The focus is on clinical care, life skills, and holistic wellness through activities in the center's peaceful, natural surroundings.
Environment & Accommodations
Prairie Recovery Center is housed in a former school, providing a unique, spacious, and structured facility-based environment in rural Raleigh, ND. With a total capacity of 36 clients, the center offers a focused community setting. The program is co-ed, with clients living in dorm-style rooms.
The campus, a converted school, provides ample space for therapy, recreation, and living, creating a structured, camp-like atmosphere.
Clients share rooms with up to six people, fostering peer accountability and community. Private rooms are not available.
The program serves a co-ed adult population, allowing clients to learn and recover in a mixed-gender environment that mirrors the real world.
Policies & Rules
This is not a locked facility. Clients can walk outside on the grounds but are not permitted to leave the property without authorization.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (e.g., Suboxone) is permitted if the client is already on a stable, prescribed dose from an outside doctor.
Smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas. Clients are free to use these areas when not in scheduled groups.
Personal cell phones and laptops are strictly prohibited to help clients remain focused on their treatment and recovery process.
Family involvement is encouraged, and on-site family visits are permitted. Family therapy is also a component of the treatment plan.
Alcohol-containing products, weapons, non-prescribed medications, revealing clothing, and outside food/drinks are strictly prohibited.
Program & Treatment
Learn about the program structure, therapy types, and treatment model.
Their mission is to "Provide quality, evidence-based, person-centered care, & support in a safe & healthy environment where individuals & their families can find healing & recovery.". They also emphasize a philosophy of "Compassion, Respect, Person-centered."
Prairie Recovery Center offers a residential treatment program for adults with substance use disorders. They do not offer programs for gambling, sex, or eating disorders.
The website's homepage has a headline that says "Providing Superior Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders," which suggests they treat co-occurring disorders, but no specifics are given.
They use a 12-Step Program, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Life Skills Training, and Motivational Interviewing.
The program is primarily therapy-based. However, they do offer optional AA and NA meetings for clients who find the 12-Step model beneficial for their recovery.
No, the program is clinically focused and not faith-based, making it suitable for individuals of all belief systems and backgrounds.
Prairie Recovery Center was founded and has been offering services since 2020.
The website suggests they do, with a headline that reads "Providing Superior Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders".
Cost & Admission
Find answers about costs, insurance, and what's required for admission.
Costs vary based on insurance coverage. The estimated self-pay rate for the residential program is $15,000 for a 30-day stay. It is best to call for an exact quote based on your insurance and clinical needs.
Yes, they accept most private PPO and some HMO insurance plans, Medicaid, and are in-network with Blue Cross, Sanford Health, and VA Community Care.
No, Prairie Recovery Center does not offer a dedicated medical detox program. Clients may need to complete detox at another facility before admission.
Yes, according to available info, the center accepts clients who are on medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including substances like Suboxone, if those medications are prescribed by an outside provider.
Daily Life & Rules
Details on living arrangements, what to bring, and facility policies.
The typical length of stay in the residential program is between 45 and 60 days, depending on individual clinical needs and progress.
The living situation is dorm-style within a large facility that was formerly a school. All rooms are shared, with up to six clients per room. Private rooms are not available.
No, it is an open campus, not a locked facility. Clients can go outside and walk around the grounds but are not permitted to leave the property. The environment is described as being similar to a summer camp.
Yes, smoking and vaping are permitted in designated outdoor areas. Personal electronics like phones and laptops are not allowed to help clients focus on recovery.
When preparing for a stay in a residential rehab program, it’s best to pack only the basics that contribute to your comfort and healing. Bring weather-appropriate clothing, simple toiletries that don’t contain alcohol (such as alcohol-free hygiene products), prescribed medications in their original containers, your insurance information, and perhaps a small amount of cash for vending machines. A notebook or journal can be helpful for reflection, and keeping a written list of important contacts is wise since access to phones is often limited. Some centers also permit personal reading material, especially recovery-related or spiritual books. Always review the facility’s specific packing guidelines, as each program may have different rules.
At the same time, there are items that should be left at home. Substances like alcohol or drugs, weapons, or anything that might be used to cause harm are strictly forbidden. Electronics such as laptops, tablets, or personal cell phones are usually not permitted to reduce outside distractions. You’ll also want to avoid packing clothing that displays drug or alcohol imagery, expensive jewelry, or food and drinks from outside. Many programs also restrict perfumes, aerosols, or other products containing alcohol. A simple rule to follow: if the item could disrupt recovery, trigger cravings, or take focus away from treatment, it doesn’t belong in your bag.
The biggest difference between residential rehab and outpatient treatment lies in how structured and immersive the care is. In a residential program, you live at the facility full-time, following a set routine that typically includes counseling, group therapy, individual sessions, and guided activities—all in a supportive environment designed to limit exposure to triggers and outside pressures. This level of care is especially helpful for individuals facing severe addiction or co-occurring mental health challenges. Outpatient care, by contrast, lets you stay at home and attend scheduled therapy or support groups while managing your everyday responsibilities. Although it offers more freedom and flexibility, it also demands greater self-control, as you remain in your usual surroundings where temptations and stressors may still be present.
Support, Staff & Community
Information on the care team, family involvement, and peer environment.
The care team consists of nurses, licensed counselors, and support staff. There are no medical doctors or psychiatrists on staff.
The program is co-ed for adults (18+). The facility has a 36-bed capacity, creating a community of peers from various backgrounds, including those with state-funded and private insurance.
Family involvement is a component of the program. Family therapy is offered, and on-site family visitation is permitted.
Yes, the facility has an Aftercare Program to provide follow-up support after discharge. They do not have their own step-down levels of care like IOP or sober living.
Yes, they have an Aftercare Program to provide ongoing support.
Payment & Cost Information
Insurance Accepted
Prairie Recovery Center works with several private insurance providers, including most PPO and some HMO plans, and also accepts Medicaid and private payments. They are in-network with Blue Cross, Sanford Health, and VA Community Care. Contact their admissions team for a free benefits verification.
Self-Pay Estimate
For clients paying out-of-pocket, this is an estimate and is subject to change. Please call to confirm exact pricing.
- Residential (30 Days):$15,000
Accepted Insurance Plans May Include:
This is a partial list. The best way to confirm coverage is to contact their admissions team.
BlueCross BlueShield
Sanford Health
VA Community Care
Medicaid
Aetna
Cigna
Humana
And More PPO/HMO
