Rushford

Connecticut's Leading Behavioral Health Provider

Rushford stands as one of Connecticut's premier addiction and mental health treatment organizations, delivering comprehensive care to children, adolescents, and adults since 1975. Headquartered in Meriden and accredited by the Joint Commission, Rushford has earned national recognition for exceptional prevention, treatment, and recovery programs that transform lives and strengthen communities.

Integrated Excellence Through Hartford HealthCare

As a vital component of the Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health Network, Rushford connects patients and team members to Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare ecosystem. This strategic integration provides access to tertiary-care teaching hospitals, trauma centers, community hospitals, and specialized care institutes. Professionals at Rushford benefit from collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams and evidence-based treatment approaches that reflect the highest standards of clinical practice.

Our Comprehensive Service Offerings

• Acute Care and Evaluation programs
• Residential Addiction Treatment services
• Individual, Group, and Family Therapy
• Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
• Community Support and Recovery Programs
• Health promotion and wellness education

Culture of Compassion and Impact

Every moment matters at Rushford. With 201-500 dedicated healthcare professionals, the organization maintains an optimal size that enables personalized patient care while offering the stability and resources of a larger healthcare network. The team shares common pride in meaningful work-treating every patient with care, compassion, and respect while providing affordable, accessible services. This nonprofit mission reflects deep commitment to improving community health outcomes over profit maximization.

Career Growth and Professional Development

Healthcare professionals join a team committed to addressing critical mental health and addiction challenges. Rushford offers career development opportunities across diverse specialties, access to Hartford HealthCare's extensive professional resources, and a work environment where clinical excellence and community impact drive daily purpose. The organization values continuous learning and provides pathways for career advancement within Connecticut's largest healthcare network.