Addiction recovery center opens in Springfield

Ethan Crossing Recovery Center at 2317 East Home Road is now open. BILL LACKEY/STAFF

Ethan Crossing Recovery Center at 2317 East Home Road is now open. BILL LACKEY/STAFF

NewVista Healthcare has announced the opening of a newly renovated 80 bed substance use disorder treatment center in Springfield.

The Ethan Crossing Recovery Center is located on 2317 E. Home Road and is part of $2.5 million renovation project that added 80 beds to the facility, designed to treat those in need of addiction services.

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“We understand the need for this specialized, evidence-based program is so important to the successful and sustainable recovery for many,” said Isaac Rosedale, the president of NewVista Behavioral Health. “Now, more than ever, the work of our dedicated team of behavioral health and addiction recovery professionals is vital to the well-being of our entire community. We are extremely proud to open our doors this week to anyone who needs help.”

The location was previously a nursing home that was renovated into a residential substance abuse recovery center. The project started in the fall and the facility officially opened today.

The facility is expected to bring approximately 30 jobs to the area, according to a news release from the recovery center.

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Beds at the facility will be used for those in need of medically supervised detox as well as those in a chemical dependency program, according to a news release from the recovery center.

Renovations also include a gym/yoga room, multiple group rooms designed for a holistic approach and the addition of outpatient services.