Partial Care Program
Understanding Partial Care: Your Guide to Partial Care Programs (PC) in New Jersey
Adult Partial Care Program (PC)
This level of outpatient treatment generally provides 20 or more hours of services per week for a person who does not require 24/7 care. During sessions of approximately five to six hours per day, five days per week, client should expect to receive assessment; group, individual and family therapy; education; medication management; and therapeutic activities. PC meets the need of people struggling with addiction and co-occurring conditions. PC clients can access Beachway’s full spectrum of therapies. These programs typically include group therapy for a majority of the day with individual sessions, family sessions, and medical sessions included. Often clients in PC are in need of stabilization and are in early recovery, but are not going through active withdrawal. These services are day programs Monday through Friday. Client are able to receive treatment in a facility during the day and return home or to a structured living environment at night. Partial Care programs are perfect for those who have work responsibilities or are taking care of their family at home. They allow more freedom compared to inpatient services but offer more direct care than IOP or OP only programs. Partial hospitalization programs are a type of outpatient care that’s suited to people with dual conditions. This includes people who require outpatient therapy services during the day and specific accommodation at night (for their own benefit or safety) without around-the-clock supervision.
*It can be recommended for clients to enter into local sober living homes while attending PC groups, to work on early recovery and healing outside of their home environment. This can be beneficial for those with many responsibilities which may make it unlikely that they can focus solely on their treatment during this crucial early time in recovery.
Adult Partial Care Program (PC)
This level of outpatient treatment generally provides 20 or more hours of clinical services per week for individuals who do not require around-the-clock care.
During sessions of approximately five to six hours per day, five days per week, clients receive:
- Comprehensive assessments
- Group, individual, and family therapy
- Educational workshops and skill-building activities
- Medication management and psychiatric support
- Holistic and experiential therapies
PC programs meet the needs of individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. Clients have access to Beachway’s full spectrum of therapies in a safe, therapeutic setting
What to Expect from Partial Care Treatment
Most days include group therapy sessions focused on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and interpersonal growth, complemented by individual and family sessions for personalized support. Clients often enter PC programs in early recovery or after stabilization and benefit from consistent structure and accountability.
These services are typically offered Monday through Friday, allowing participants to return home or to a sober living residence in the evenings. This model combines the intensity of inpatient care with the flexibility of outpatient treatment.
Benefits of the Partial Care Program
- Comprehensive daily structure with therapy and skill development
- Flexible scheduling that supports work, school, and family obligations
- Ongoing access to medical and psychiatric care
- Peer and community support that reinforces long-term recovery
- Smooth transition between levels of care, such as IOP or outpatient
These services are typically offered Monday through Friday, allowing participants to return home or to a sober living residence in the evenings. This model combines the intensity of inpatient care with the flexibility of outpatient treatment.
Who Can Benefit from Partial Care?
Partial Care is ideal for:
- Individuals recovering from substance use disorders who no longer need detox or inpatient care
- Those with co-occurring mental health conditions requiring consistent therapeutic support
- Clients seeking to stabilize early in recovery while maintaining personal responsibilities
It can also be recommended for clients to enter local sober living homes while attending PC groups to enhance focus on healing and reduce environmental triggers during the early stages of recovery.
Transitioning from Partial Care to Long-Term Recovery
Upon completing Partial Care, clients often move into Intensive Outpatient (IOP) or standard outpatient programs for continued growth. Beachway’s team works with each client to develop a personalized aftercare plan, ensuring ongoing accountability and connection to recovery resources.
