Company Research Report: Connecticut Renaissance

Company Overview

• Name: Connecticut Renaissance

• Mission: The mission of CT Renaissance is to help adolescents and adults affected by behavioral health disorders or criminal justice involvement to improve their overall health and well-being in order to reclaim their lives.

• Founded: 1967

• Founder: No information is available

• Key People:

• Kathleen Deschenes, LMSW - Chief Executive Officer

• Denis Shpits - Chief Financial Officer

• Dawn Patston, LMFT, AADC - Chief Operating Officer

• Headquarters: One Waterview Drive, Suite 202, Shelton, CT 06484

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Connecticut Renaissance is known for providing comprehensive behavioral health services for adolescents and adults living with addiction and/or mental health disorders. It is a leader in using evidence-based practices, offering quality substance abuse and mental health treatment to a diverse population across 11 Connecticut locations.

Products and Services

• Behavioral Health Services:

• Description: Offers a comprehensive range of services including outpatient clinics, community programs, and residential programs aimed at behavioral health support.

• Addiction Services:

• Description: Provides addiction treatment across various settings, utilizing evidence-based practices to address substance use disorders.

• Criminal Justice Services:

• Description: Offers programs and services tailored towards individuals involved in the criminal justice system, including work release programs and the LYNC initiative for youth.

Key Products and Programs

1. McAuliffe Center:

• Key Features: A 3.7 Residential Enhanced level of care that provides on-site clinical services for adult male clients with co-occurring disorders, acts as hospital diversion or step-down from inpatient stay with a 30 to 45-day stay.

2. LYNC (Linking Youth to Natural Communities):

• Key Features: Aimed at helping court-involved youth and families make behavioral changes through evidence-based support.

3. Work Release Programs:

• Description: Offers structured programs providing transition support from incarceration to community reintegration.

4. Gambling Services:

• Description: Specialized services aimed at addressing gambling-related disorders.

5. ASIST Programs:

• Locations: Waterbury and Bridgeport

• Description: Programs specially designed for additional assistance and support.

Recent Developments

• New Accolades: Connecticut Renaissance earned the Top Workplace Award for the second consecutive year in 2024 from Hearst Connecticut Top Workplaces.

• New Programs: ASIST Contract was awarded in 2019.

• Infrastructure Growth: Expansion of services and the opening of significant programs over the years, such as the McAuliffe Center in 2008.

• Acquisition and Growth: Kathleen Deschenes, in her tenure, has contributed to merging programs and expanding services.

Additional Information

• Accreditation: Connecticut Renaissance is a CARF-accredited organization, which certifies that its services meet internationally accepted standards of excellence.

• Community Impact: The organization emphasizes individualized care through evidence-based treatment modalities and community connection to support clients in reclaiming their lives.

This report provides a structured and detailed overview of Connecticut Renaissance, highlighting its mission-driven services, significant milestones, and leadership dedicated to providing behavioral health and addiction services.