Recovery Centers of America at Raritan Bay

09/03/2025

This September, we join the nation in celebrating National Recovery Month. At Recovery Centers of America at Raritan Bay, we provide the same trusted standard of care you’ll find at every RCA facility—compassionate treatment, clinical excellence, and a community committed to your recovery.

Behind our doors is hope, healing, and a team ready to walk with you every step of the way. 💜

Your comeback starts here.

📞 Call 833-30-RECOVERY (833-307-3268) today.

08/14/2025

🧠💊 Intersection of Brain Injury & Opioid Misuse
Join us for a free virtual training with Dr. Todd Lewis, PhD on September 17 & 18, 2025 (9:30–11:30am).

Discover how brain injuries can impact opioid use disorder risk, recovery challenges, and overdose outcomes. Perfect for professionals in social work, nursing, and behavioral health.

✅ Earn 4 CE credits (Social Work, Nursing, PCB eligible)
📅 Must attend both sessions
💻 Via Zoom
📍 Presented by the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania
🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_beMAVmR2T5azWva1bJwJXw #/registration

08/14/2025

Recovery Centers of America is honored to be recognized on Newsweek’s 2025 list of Best Addiction Treatment Centers. At Raritan Bay, we are proud to be part of this award-winning network—walking with patients every step toward a brighter future.

Together, we can make recovery possible.

🔗 Learn more:

Recovery Centers of America is proud to announce that it has been awarded on Newsweek's 2025 list of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers.

08/14/2025

Recovery Centers of America is proud to be recognized on Newsweek’s 2025 list of Best Addiction Treatment Centers. This honor reflects our commitment to saving one million lives through evidence-based, compassionate care—personalized to each patient’s unique journey.

Behind every door at RCA is the same expert care, support, and a team that walks beside you every step of the way. Wherever you're located, if you’re struggling with addiction, your comeback starts here—at Recovery Centers of America.

To our RCA staff and community: thank you. This recognition is yours. Let’s keep going, together.

🔗 Learn more: https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/blogs/recovery-centers-of-america-earns-national-recognition-on-newsweeks-2025-best-treatment-centers-list/

08/08/2025

We’re proud to share that Dr. Carolyn Thangawng, MD, MPH, FASAM, Recovery Centers of America Regional Medical Director, has accepted an invitation to serve as a member of the Prison Writing Committee for the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition: Correctional Settings and Reentry Volume!

Dr. Thangawng’s expertise and deep commitment to evidence-based care will help shape national standards for addiction treatment within correctional and reentry settings, bringing her deep expertise in addiction medicine and public health to this important work.

Congratulations, Dr. Thangawng, on this well-deserved recognition!

08/07/2025

We're proud to see Brittany Rieman, Alumni Coordinator at RCA Capital Region, featured in Augusta Free Press for the incredible work she's doing to build community and connection for those in recovery.

Brittany’s story is one of purpose, power, and perseverance. After surviving a life-altering accident and finding recovery, she’s now using her lived experience to help others thrive after treatment. From leading alumni engagement to co-founding a nonprofit and scaling rock walls like Spiderman, she’s proof that recovery isn’t just possible, it’s transformational.

Read more about Brittany’s journey and her impact on RCA’s mission to save one million lives.

Recovery Centers of America at Capital Region has named Brittany Rieman as Alumni Coordinator to lead community engagement.

07/29/2025

Help Save Lives with Recovery Centers of America and the American Red Cross. Join our virtual blood drive this summer.

Schedule your life-saving appointment online today:

07/23/2025

Are tobacco-free ni****ne pouches as harmless as they seem? Not quite.

Dr. Pete Vernig, PhD, MBA, our VP of Mental Health Services, joined KMOX Radio to discuss growing concerns about ni****ne pouch addiction.

🎧 Listen in as Dr. Vernig unpacks the risks, why young people are especially vulnerable, and what it all means for prevention and mental health: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/total-information-am-2922c/episodes/addiction-specialists-concerned-about-ni****ne-pouches-c4d80

07/16/2025

RCA at Indianapolis is proud to offer residential and outpatient treatment for primary mental health diagnoses—with or without an active SUD diagnosis. As CEO, Christine Schultz shared with Becker’s Behavioral Health, this expansion is about meeting patients where they are, eliminating care gaps, and building on the trusted relationships already in place.

By launching new mental–health–only residential, IOP, and PHP services, we’re making it possible for more people to get the help they need, without having to start over somewhere else.

Read the full article here:

Recovery Centers of America at Indianapolis is expanding its services for patients, Christine Schultz, RN, CEO of the site told Becker’s.  On June 1, the substance use treatment center accepted its first mental health patient without a primary substance use disorder diagnosis. The RCA at Indianap...

07/04/2025

Freedom begins with one brave step.
This Independence Day, we honor the many forms of freedom—especially the kind found in recovery. The freedom to heal. To reconnect. To reclaim your future.

We also know summer holidays like the Fourth of July can be challenging. Whether it’s difficult memories, isolation, or triggers, you are not alone. RCA is here 24/7, ready to help you take that first step toward lasting freedom.

Call 833-30-RECOVERY today to get help today.

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Recovery Centers of America!

06/30/2025

After 20 years, Peter now champions a life-saving mantra—connection, connection, connection. 📞 Call Now 833-30-RECOVERY

05/15/2025

RCA Raritan Bay is hiring nurses!

Join us Thursday, May 22 from 2–8PM in South Amboy, NJ for on-site interviews, feedback, and potential same-day offers.

We’re hiring RNs and LPNs – upcoming/new grads and experienced nurses welcome!

✅ Participate in in-person interviews
✅ Receive feedback and job offers
✅ Connect with our leadership team
✅ Learn more about our mission and core values

📍 901 Ernston Rd, South Amboy, NJ
👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/3YLQsNt
📩 Questions? d.dager@recoverycoa.com

04/19/2025

For many, Easter is a time for family, renewal, and new beginnings. But for others, it’s a quiet reminder of hidden struggles—battles with substance use, mental health, or feeling stuck.

At Recovery Centers of America, we’ve seen it time and again: someone walks in thinking all is lost, only to find that hope was never gone. It was just waiting to be rediscovered.

Hope is always in season. Even on the hardest days. Especially during the holidays.

If you or someone you love is ready for change, we’re here 24/7, every day of the year.

📞 833-30-RECOVERY
🌐 recoverycentersofamerica.com

04/16/2025

What You Need to Know About Getting Sober
"If you're out there, desperate and ready to begin recovery, here’s what you’ve got to do: don’t think about the future. Focus on the feeling you have when you don’t want to use."

04/11/2025

Be Part of the Mission: Saving a Million Lives 💙

Join us in celebrating the anniversaries of RCA Danvers + RCA Westminster, and the expansion of our services at RCA Westminster!
Let’s make a lasting impact—together.
🔗 RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4bHjaEl

04/04/2025

From Stanley Cup Glory to Recovery: Hockey Hall of Famer Kevin Stevens Shares his Powerful Story at RCA Danvers.
Read the full article (requires $0.99 fee): https://tinyurl.com/4thkyyh9
Photo courtesy of The Salem News, April 2025

03/14/2025

𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀! 🧠 We're offering a FREE and VIRTUAL CEU event!

Discover how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques can enhance traditional 12-step recovery programs and better support someone's healing journey.

📅 Date: Thursday, March 27th
🕒 Time: 10:30AM - 12:00PM EST (Virtual Event)

Tag a friend or colleague who should join you for this session! 👥

𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥—𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆: https://bit.ly/43CgSnS

03/03/2025

Congratulations to RCA Raritan Bay's 1st Employee of the Month for 2025, Josh L.!!! We could not be prouder of the work that Josh does and the impact he has on our Raritan Bay patients, staff, and community. This honor is well deserved and we are so grateful to have him as part of our team. Way to go Josh!

02/24/2025

Congratulations to Jessie, Raritan Bay's Employee of the Month for January! With a passionate dedication to his work, Jessie consistently goes above and beyond, displaying an unwavering commitment to excellence. His caring nature and enthusiasm inspire those around him, creating a positive and supportive environment. Jessie truly exemplifies the values of hard work, teamwork, and service, and we are proud to recognize his outstanding contributions.

Photo includes: LeoDante Ognibene, Jessie Stephens, and Jeffrey Moreno

02/05/2025

Military Matters: RCA’s Freddie Benjamin on Mental Health for First Responders & Military 💙

ROI-NJ’s latest Military Matters feature highlights RCA therapist Freddie Benjamin, a key member of our RESCU program. As a former firefighter, Freddie brings firsthand experience to his work, offering powerful insights on recovery and mental health for those who serve.

“When you can speak the language of the first responder – or a military member – you can connect with people in those fields you are trying to help. We get stuck in the past and we worry about the future. We never feel comfortable in the present. Recovery is the bridge from the past to the future. All you have to worry about is the present.” – Freddie Benjamin

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4huSDw3

Freddy Benjamin is a larger-than-life personality at Recovery Centers of American Raritan Bay in South Amboy, where he works as primary therapist. The RCA facility is an alcohol and substance abuse treatment center, and it offers a treatment program targeted specifically to military and first respon...