Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Lighthouse, located less than 20 miles from Atlantic City, offers medical detox, inpatient rehab, outpatient services like Partial Care and IOP, dual diagnosis care, family involvement, and alumni support. 24/7 admissions, around-the-clock clinical support, and transportation assistance are available.
When drugs or alcohol are making it harder to feel like yourself or manage daily responsibilities, getting help can be the first step toward changing that pattern. Recovery Centers of America at Lighthouse provides a clear path from addiction to recovery, with care matched to where you are today. Our full continuum of addiction treatment includes medical detox, inpatient residential rehab, Partial Care, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), family involvement, case management, and alumni programming, allowing you to move through different levels of care within one system. From communities along the Jersey Shore and throughout the Pinelands, you can start with a clinical assessment and insurance verification, with same-day admission available.
At RCA at Lighthouse, every space on campus is designed to help you focus on recovery. Rooms are double occupancy, with two full-size beds, a TV for each person, and a bathroom shared only between roommates. Stay active in the on-site fitness center or on the basketball court, connect with peers in the welcoming common areas, step outside for fresh air in one of the gazebos, or find quiet time by the fireplace to journal or read a book from the library. Every detail is built to help you form healthy routines, build real connections, and carry both into lasting recovery.
Our on-site laundry means you’ll only have to pack a week’s worth of comfortable clothing. Our team will provide you with a packing list before you arrive and can answer questions about specific items. In general, plan on comfortable clothes for about 7-10 days, sleepwear and exercise clothing, alcohol-free toiletries in original packaging, prescription medications in their original containers, and your insurance card and photo ID.
RCA at Lighthouse treats patients from across South Jersey, including Egg Harbor Township, Hammonton, Galloway, Absecon, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Ocean City, Vineland, Millville, and Atlantic City. We also see people from up and down the coast and across the country.
You may be a fit if:
We know making the first call can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to have all the answers before you reach out. Our team is here to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand your options—without pressure or commitment.
If you’re concerned about a loved one, guided professional interventions are available to help families take the next step.
Call 1.800.RECOVERY or complete the secure online form anytime. Together we:
Same-day in-person admission* is available. We walk beside you through every step.
Your personalized care draws on:
As you progress, we help you shift toward:
*Transferring directly from a hospital, emergency department, or urgent care? Timing matters! FastTrack helps arrange inpatient admission without waiting for extra medical paperwork, so you can act quickly.
Recovery doesn’t end when treatment does. RCA stays in your corner for life.
Treatment plans here follow one of three pathways, based on each patient’s unique needs, circumstances, and history rather than diagnosis alone.
For patients in treatment for the first time
Our Foundations of Recovery Pathway is for anyone who never received treatment for substance use disorder. Designed to provide a supportive and educational environment and build your foundation for long-lasting recovery.
For those who have experienced multiple treatment episodes
For those who have been in treatment before and relapsed, this pathway provides you with an opportunity to create new goals, re-establish a commitment to recovery, and build a healthy support system.
For addiction paired with a mental illness
Mental health disorders like anxiety, depression, and PTSD are often intertwined with substance use disorder. Our Balance pathway was created to address both addiction and these underlying conditions in a comprehensive and integrated way.
At RCA at Lighthouse, your care level moves with you. As your stability grows, support tapers to match. If you need more help, you move back up to a higher level of care. You’re on one flexible path, built around where you are right now.
Often, the first treatment phase is to clear substances from the body.
Alcohol, benzodiazepine, opioid, and kratom withdrawal is dangerous, which is why detox at RCA at Lighthouse includes around-the-clock nursing, monitored vitals, and medication, typically for up to 7 days. We can also maintain methadone MAT while detoxing from other substances.
Immersive and intensive program with 24/7 clinical support.
Your residential stay — typically 30 days or more — surrounds you with the structure you need to heal. Days are filled with therapy, group sessions, psychiatric consultation, and medication management, alongside fitness, creative expression, and real time to rest. Every element works together to help you build a stable foundation for recovery.
Highest level of outpatient care.
Partial Care is New Jersey’s licensed name for PHP. You spend 6 hours in treatment, 5 days a week, over several weeks, then go home each evening. It suits patients coming down from a residential stay and those starting out who need substantial structure with a stable place to sleep.
Effective in-person, hybrid, or virtual treatment that fits around your life.
IOP meets 3 to 4 times a week for a few hours per session over several months, with morning and evening tracks for people balancing work shifts, school, and family obligations. Group therapy, individual sessions, and medication management are included. IOP here runs in-person, fully virtual, or hybrid.
For addiction co-occurring with mental health disorders.
When addiction and a psychiatric condition co-occur, RCA at Lighthouse treats them simultaneously. A psychiatric provider helps shape the plan from the start, so therapy and medication address the whole picture at once.
Clinical care at RCA at Lighthouse includes evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed practice, delivered in daily groups and scheduled individual sessions, with psychiatric support throughout. Your case manager handles all logistics.
With your consent, the people close to you join the work through family coaching, education sessions, and RCA’s webinars, and those doors stay open to them after discharge. Pet-friendly rehab is available, private rooms can be requested, and pregnant women receive priority admissions.
RCA at Lighthouse evaluates and prescribes medications on-site, and every option below is used only when clinically appropriate.
For Opioid Use Disorder:
For Alcohol Use Disorder:
Medication is always paired with counseling and adjusted as your treatment develops.
WorkFlex sets aside up to 3 hours a day of structured phone and laptop access so you can engage with your job or schooling during treatment. WorkFlex exists so you don’t feel like your daily life will fall apart while you are receiving the care you need to get well.
For patients arriving from emergency or hospital care, FastTrack compresses the admission timeline.
IOP at the Lighthouse campus comes in three forms: in the building, over a secure telehealth platform, or a mix of the two. The clinical content is identical in each. What the virtual and hybrid formats solve is distance and timing — plenty of patients attend in-person early on and shift to hybrid as work resumes. Whether virtual care suits your situation is decided clinically at assessment and reviewed as you go. Partial Care and residential levels of care are in-person only at this location.
Choosing the right treatment program depends on individual needs and circumstances. The table below outlines RCA’s various treatment approaches, services, and levels of care. Our specialists are available 24/7 to help you determine the best level of care to meet your needs.
| Approach | Description | Best For | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intervention | Structured, professionally led conversation designed to help someone accept addiction treatment. This process brings together family members and loved ones to express concern in a supportive, non-judgmental environment | People who are denying or minimizing their substance use, refusing treatment, or are struggling to seek help on their own | Typically, between 1–2 hours. Planning and preparation with a certified intervention professional (CIP) may take several days to a few weeks prior |
| Medical Detox | Safely ridding the body of substances with round-the-clock monitoring of vital signs by a specialized medical team | Patients using substances regularly in large amounts for an extended period, increasing the amounts of substances, or those with intense cravings | Varies per person but typically 3-7 days. |
| Inpatient Residential Rehabilitation | 24/7 residential care with intensive therapy and medical supervision | Individuals who need a higher level of support or a structured environment to focus fully on recovery, including those with co-occurring mental health conditions. | Typically, up to 30 or more days |
| Partial Hospitalization (PHP)* | Intensive, structured treatment during the day without overnight stays | Those stepping down from inpatient treatment or those first starting their journey who need substantial support but with a stable living situation | Daily sessions for 5 to 6 hours, 5 days a week, lasting several weeks |
| Intensive Outpatient (IOP) | Regular therapy sessions (in-person, virtual, and hybrid options available at RCA) allowing individuals to maintain daily responsibilities | Those stepping down from inpatient treatment or those first starting their journey who need structured support with flexibility | 3 to 4 sessions per week, each lasting a few hours, over several months |
| Virtual Intensive Outpatient | Group therapy and individual counseling, from home via secure telehealth platform | Those discharging from detox or residential programs and continuing treatment, or those interested in just beginning sobriety | 3 to 4 sessions per week, each lasting a few hours, over several months |
| General Outpatient Programs (GOP) | Less intensive therapy sessions, often weekly | Individuals who have built a foundation in recovery and want continued support while returning to everyday life. | Varies. Often weekly sessions over several months |
| Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) | Combines medications with counseling and behavioral therapies | Individuals with opioid or alcohol use disorders | Varies. Can be long-term |
| Sober Living | Patients live onsite in RCA recovery housing while participating in RCA outpatient programming | Patients step down from RCA’s inpatient residential treatment to our outpatient programs in support of a smoother transition to independent living. | Varies based on personalized treatment plans. Can be several weeks to months. |
Blue-highlighted rows are offered at our Lighthouse location.
*In New Jersey, this level of care is referred to as Partial Care.
We are always in your corner, from your first day through long after you head home. Your plan for life after you leave RCA at Lighthouse starts on Day One. Your plan covers the things that protect your recovery, like stepping down to the next level of care, MAT continuity, community resources, peer support, a crisis plan for the hard days, and personal goals that matter most to you.
Your last day of treatment is your first day of alumni life. Sober events, peer networks, and recovery programming stay open to you for life. With your consent, your family is involved throughout treatment. Our family support sessions and educational webinars are open to any person who has a loved one in active addiction or in recovery.
Don’t let cost keep you from getting help. One call or form submission to our 24/7 support team gives you the clarity you need. We’ll verify your benefits or walk you through costs directly. We’re in-network with 110+ insurers, including Aetna, AmeriHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, ComPsych, Curative Administrators, Geisinger, Highmark, Independence BCBS, Meritain, Optum, Quest Behavioral, and more. We accept out-of-network coverage, too, and if you’re uninsured or facing out-of-pocket costs, we’ll talk through your options, including interest-free payment plans.
The more information you have, the better decision you can make.
You may qualify for New Jersey Medicaid. If you require healthcare coverage, your RCA case manager can help you apply/enroll at any time of year.
Having health insurance helps you access medical care, behavioral health services, medications, and ongoing recovery support after discharge. If you do not currently have health insurance, your RCA case manager can help you apply. This may include helping you determine if you qualify for coverage, completing applications, and connecting you with resources that can support your healthcare needs and recovery journey. Below are several websites you can review for more information.
If you need help but are worried about taking time off work, your RCA case manager works with you and your employer to determine whether you are eligible. New Jersey provides family and medical leave through two main programs: the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) for unpaid job protection, and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) for paid wage replacement. Eligible workers can receive up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave and up to 85% of their average weekly wages up to a certain amount.
Finding stable employment provides structure, financial stability, purpose, and opportunities for personal growth and is an important part of recovery. If you are unemployed, your RCA case manager can help connect you with community resources and vocational services that support job readiness and employment. This may include referrals to workforce development programs, career counseling, job training programs, resume-building assistance, interview preparation, and local employment agencies. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development offers multiple tools and support to help you find work.
If you need a ride to your appointments, your RCA case manager provides you with transportation information and resources.
If you need housing while attending outpatient treatment, your RCA case manager helps you find the best housing option suited to your needs. This may include a Recovery Living, Sober Living environment, or Halfway House. Your case manager can also provide resources to help you find long-term housing.
If you and your family are struggling to buy healthy food, your RCA case manager helps determine if you are eligible to apply for assistance and helps you apply for assistance through the New Jersey Department of Human Services Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
If you live in New Jersey, your RCA case manager can help you apply for benefits and services to help with things like energy and utility bills, food and cash, healthcare, pregnancy, children, disabilities and family emergencies. To learn more and apply for benefits, click here:
If you have legal concerns such as court obligations, probation requirements, child custody matters, driver’s license issues, housing disputes, or other challenges, addressing these concerns can help reduce stress and support long-term recovery. Your RCA case manager can help identify and connect you with resources and legal aid services to assist you after discharge.
If you have a scheduled court date or are currently working with a probation officer, it is important to follow all court requirements and maintain regular communication with your probation officer as directed. Your RCA case manager can help coordinate these important appointments or touchpoints.
If you prefer to reach out on your own, the state of New Jersey offers free legal help in civil cases for individuals who do not have a lawyer.
In addition to helping low-income residents with food assistance, medical assistance, and temporary cash assistance, New Jersey also offers utility bill discounts and help with access to childcare.
If you are prescribed MAT like suboxone, buprenorphine, methadone, Vivitrol, or another prescription, your RCA case manager ensures that you have a scheduled appointment prior to your discharge so that you continue to take your medications as prescribed.
Contact New Jersey’s Addiction Helpline at 1-844-732-2465 or search for local care online.
As you take your next steps in recovery, having the right people beside you is an important part of your recovery plan. Whether you find strength in shared experiences, encouragement from peers, or the accountability of a community, your RCA case manager will help you find support groups that feel like the right fit for you. And because recovery often involves the people who care about you most, we can also connect your family with support groups that provide guidance, understanding, and hope.
SMART Recovery is a self-help program to manage addictive behaviors. SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training) recovery is based on evidence-informed psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). Your RCA case manager can help you find a location near you.
Together with your RCA case manager, you will create a plan to support your recovery after treatment. This often includes a step-down level of care. Your RCA case manager helps you schedule your first appointment before you are discharged. Possible next steps may include:
General Outpatient Program
Regular medical care can help identify and address health concerns early, improve your overall well-being, and ensure that you continue to receive the care you need after discharge. Your RCA can help schedule an appointment with your PCP before you leave RCA. If you do not currently have a PCP, your case manager can provide referrals and help connect you with a healthcare provider in your community.
Before you leave RCA, your case manager can help coordinate any medical care you may need after discharge, including scheduling appointments or providing referrals to specialty care including infectious disease treatment, pain management services, sleep disorder evaluation and treatment, women’s health services, prenatal care, and others.
Many people benefit from ongoing behavioral or mental health services after leaving treatment to help manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or other mental health concerns. Your case manager helps coordinate individual therapy, psychiatric medication management, trauma-focused counseling, grief counseling, or support groups before you are discharged.
For information on accessing care in New Jersey, call NJ Mental Health Cares at 1-866-202-4357 or visit their website.
When someone you love struggles with drugs or alcohol, it can be hard to know what to do or how to help. The NJ Department of Children and Families offers support for those who love someone with SUD by offering emotional support and connecting families and their loved ones to treatment and other resources.
If you are experiencing an emergency or a crisis, call 988 or 911. If you have thoughts of suicide or are struggling with anxiety, depression, or drugs or alcohol, 988 can provide support. 911 can dispatch police, fire, or emergency medical services. These services work together, so calling either service can get you the help you need in an emergency.
You can also call NJ Hopeline at 1-855-654-6735 for 24/7 peer support and suicide prevention.
Your recovery is uniquely yours, and your needs may change as life goes on. But you shouldn’t have to depend on finding the “right” facility every time. Find the right one once.
Behind this campus stands an organization that has treated nearly 100,000 people — all in pursuit of one mission: helping one million people affected by addiction and mental health disorders find lasting recovery, one person at a time.
Real stories from patients and families reflect the care, compassion, and support people experience across Recovery Centers of America.
“RCA is an extremely professional, loving and caring place for anyone trying to survive life with substance abuse issues. They provide the tools and education to live life happy, joyous and free. I highly recommend RCA. My experience has absolutely changed my life.”
“RCA takes service to the next level. Their continuum of care is outstanding, and their commitment to recovery extends well beyond treatment through an incredible alumni program that keeps people connected, supported, and engaged. They don’t just help people get sober—they help them build a life in recovery while strengthening the communities they serve.”
“RCA saved my life. The staff is phenomenal and goes above and beyond what you would expect in a treatment facility. The environment and fellow patients make everything about the inpatient experience much less stressful. The alumni services provided after discharge are also phenomenal. I would highly recommend RCA to anyone struggling with addiction.”
“From upper management and coordinators to group facilitators, RSSs, the nursing staff, and my absolutely incredible therapist—RCA has truly changed my life. I’m deeply grateful to each of you.”
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Service area: RCA at Lighthouse serves patients from all over the country. Locally, South Jersey and the Atlantic City area, including Egg Harbor Township, Hammonton, Galloway, Absecon, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Ocean City, Vineland, Millville, and the surrounding Atlantic, Cumberland, and Cape May County communities.
Transportation support is available.
Yes. Rooms are double occupancy, designed for privacy within the pairing: full-size beds separated by a divider, individual TVs, two closets, and a bathroom shared only between roommates. Private rooms can be requested, subject to availability.
Medical detox, residential inpatient rehab, Partial Care, IOP (in-person, virtual, and hybrid), dual diagnosis care, and medication-assisted treatment. Sober living and primary mental health treatment are not offered here.
Partial Care is the New Jersey licensing term for the partial hospitalization level of care. If you’ve been researching PHP, this is the program under the state’s name.
Detox usually lasts up to 7 days, and residential care can run up to 30 days or more. Partial Care involves 6 hours a day, 5 days a week, over multiple weeks. IOP runs 3 sessions a week, a few hours each, over several months.
Yes. IOP is offered in fully virtual and hybrid formats, as well as in person, with the same curriculum in every format. Partial Care meets in person only, with hybrid programming as needed.
Suboxone and Subutex, Sublocade, oral naltrexone, Vivitrol (injectable naltrexone), Campral (acamprosate), and Antabuse (disulfiram). Each is prescribed on-site only when clinically indicated.
Yes, within limits. WorkFlex gives residential patients up to 3 hours of structured phone and laptop time daily for essential professional or academic tasks, with pre-approval required before arrival. Yes, within limits. WorkFlex gives residential patients up to 3 hours of structured phone and laptop time daily for essential professional or academic tasks, with pre-approval required before arrival.
RCA at Lighthouse treats mental health conditions only when they co-occur with a substance use disorder. For primary mental health care, admissions will connect you with an appropriate program, including RCA locations that provide it.
A packing list comes from your admissions specialist before you arrive. Plan on comfortable clothes, prescriptions in their original containers, your insurance card and ID, and alcohol-free toiletries. The list also outlines all prohibited items.
Family members and loved ones can participate in support sessions and webinars at any time. With your consent, they can be directly involved in your care.
