Lowell House is now known as Riverbend. Learn more.
Lowell House is now known as Riverbend. Learn more.
This is a comprehensive look at current substance use, readiness to change, withdraw symptoms and more. It also takes a brief look at gambling to see if further help is needed in this area. It provides the clinician with an in-depth look at someone’s substance use journey and can help offer positive next steps. Evaluations include the use of standardized assessment tools combined with a personal interview to determine whether a diagnosable substance use disorder is present.
This is an evaluation that is requested by the courts when someone is assigned to take part in a substance rehabilitation course. It’s used to assess the level of addiction as well as give recommendations for treatment to the court. The name of the assessment is based on the law that mandates it: MA General Law Ch 90 § 24Q.
These evaluations can be requested from both an individual and an interested party such as a court. The purpose of this session is to assess a person’s psychological, social, economic, educational, functional, and developmental status, including employment history and any substance use history. Prior to the evaluation, Riverbend requires documentation of a recent physical examination (completed within the past 6 months). It is used as a starting point towards diagnosis, rather than as a means to diagnose.
Anger management evaluations are available for individuals referred by the courts, attorneys, probation, employers, or those seeking services on their own. During this comprehensive assessment, a licensed clinician evaluates patterns of anger, emotional regulation, behavioral history, and any underlying mental health or substance use concerns that may contribute to anger-related behaviors. Using a clinical interview and evidence-based assessment tools, the evaluation provides personalized recommendations for treatment, education, or anger management services.