The Alamance County Health Department, in partnership with New Season Treatment Center of Greensboro, N.C., has added a new stop for its “On the Road to Recovery” Mobile Medication Unit, bringing critical opioid treatment services to residents across Alamance County.

The mobile unit will deliver daily dosing, intake opportunities, crisis counseling and telehealth services at its newly secured location:

Location: Alamance County Health Department

Address: 319 N. Graham-Hopedale Road, Burlington, NC 27217

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Services: Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (including methadone, buprenorphine and Suboxone) and recovery support including telehealth counseling services 

This mobile unit operates as an auxiliary service of New Season’s treatment center in nearby Greensboro, bringing evidence-based care directly to individuals who previously faced significant barriers to access.

Alamance County recorded 48 fatal overdose deaths in 2024, underscoring the urgent need for expanded treatment options. Currently, the county does not have a brick-and-mortar Opioid Treatment Program, requiring residents to travel outside the area for care—an obstacle that often delays or prevents treatment. This partnership brings lifesaving treatment into the community, improving access, reducing transportation barriers, and helping prevent overdose deaths.

Access to treatment does more than help individuals begin recovery; it strengthens entire communities. Programs like On the Road to Recovery have demonstrated meaningful impacts beyond reducing overdose deaths, including helping patients secure stable housing, increasing employment rates, and encouraging individuals to pursue education and vocational opportunities. 

As opioid use decreases, communities may also see fewer emergency medical responses and reduced strain on local resources. These outcomes contribute to safer neighborhoods, a stronger workforce, and improved quality of life for residents across Alamance County, reinforcing that expanding access to treatment benefits both patients and the community as a whole.

“Our mobile units are designed to meet patients where they are and provide immediate access to compassionate, evidence-based care,” Mike Garone of New Season Treatment Center, said. “When people can access treatment, the benefits extend far beyond the individual—supporting healthier families, stronger communities, and greater stability for the neighborhoods we serve.”

“We are honored to partner with the Alamance County Health Department to bring these lifesaving services directly into the community,” Garone noted.

Ashley Barber, MPA, Behavioral Health Division Director for the Alamance County Health Department, emphasized the importance of offering flexible, patient-centered care options.

“Recovery looks different for each person. We aim to ensure we have multiple pathways available in Alamance County—whether through medication, counseling, or community support—we want to empower individuals to choose the approach that works best for them. Through collaborative partnerships, we aim to save lives, restore hope, and strengthen our community,” Barber said.

The On the Road to Recovery program reflects New Season’s national commitment to expanding access to care in underserved and high-need areas. Mobile units like this one provide medication management, clinical support, and connections to additional recovery resources in a safe, structured environment.

Community leaders, healthcare providers, and local organizations are encouraged to help spread awareness of the new location and services. Increasing visibility of available treatment is a critical step in connecting individuals to care and reducing preventable overdose deaths.

“Recovery is possible, and access to treatment is the first step,” Garone added. “By bringing services directly into Alamance County, we are giving individuals and families hope—and a real chance at recovery.”

About New Season Treatment Center

New Season Treatment Center is a leading provider of outpatient opioid treatment services, offering medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and comprehensive recovery support at locations nationwide and through its On the Road to Recovery mobile program.

About Alamance County Health Department

The Alamance County Health Department is committed to protecting and promoting the health of Alamance County residents through prevention, education, partnerships, and access to essential public health services.Media Contact

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