Your Road to Recovery

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program

For people struggling with a substance use issue or disorder, a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program can be their road to a successful recovery. MAT is proven to be one of the most effective treatments for opioid and alcohol use disorders.

Patients can obtain comprehensive care through the MAT program offered by two of southern New England’s respected healthcare organizations. Gateway Healthcare, Rhode Island’s largest nonprofit behavioral health organization for treatment, intervention and prevention, and Wood River Health, providing compassionate care to Washington County, RI and southeastern Connecticut since 1976, are together helping individuals achieve their goals for recovery.

How Does a MAT Program Work?

A MAT program combines medication, counseling, and behavioral health therapies that help to relieve the withdrawal symptoms and cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body.

Who Will Treat Me During the MAT Program?

Your care team will provide counseling, support, education, and medication specific to your substance use issue or disorder. They will be with you each step of the way, monitoring your progress and striving towards your successful recovery.

Will I Receive Inclusive and Comprehensive Care?

Yes, you will receive inclusive and comprehensive care with us. The reasons are:

• Wood River Health is a federally qualified health center.
• Services are provided without regard to a patient’s race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veterans status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• We are an equal opportunity provider.
• Gateway Healthcare is a certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC), designed to ensure access to coordinated comprehensive behavioral health care. CCBHCs are required to serve anyone who requests care for mental health or substance use, regardless of their ability to pay, place of residence, or age. This includes developmentally appropriate care for children and youth.

What Are the Program Eligibility Requirements for this MAT Program?

You are eligible to participate in our MAT program if you are:

• A current Gateway Healthcare patient.
• A current Wood River Health primary care patient.
• Or a current Wood River patient interested in becoming a Gateway Healthcare patient.
• Is This MAT Program Covered by Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid?
• Yes. MAT programs are covered by Medicaid, Medicare and most insurance companies.

Where is the MAT Program held?

Groups and related services are provided at Wood River Health's facilities at 823 Main Street in Hope Valley and at 17 Wells Street in Westerly. Call Sharon McGuinness at 401.387.4535 to learn more.