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Aftercare and Recovery Support in NJ

Treatment doesn't end at discharge. The year that follows is the highest-risk period for relapse, and structured aftercare more than doubles long-term success rates.

Updated February 2026 · Reviewed by Dr. Julianne Rivers, MD (Addiction Medicine)

Components of a strong aftercare plan

  • Sober housing (NARR-certified in NJ where possible)
  • Continued MAT
  • Ongoing therapy at a lower intensity
  • Mutual support: AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Refuge Recovery
  • Certified peer recovery specialist (CPRS) — a Medicaid-covered benefit in NJ

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