Building and Operating Sustainable Recovery Programs

Ascension Recovery Services partners with healthcare organizations, communities, and Tribal Nations to develop, launch, manage, and grow high-quality substance use disorder treatment programs that expand access to care and create lasting impact.
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Our team brings the operational expertise, infrastructure, and leadership required to turn treatment concepts into high-performing programs. Across residential, outpatient, recovery housing, community-based care, and specialized services, we help partners build the systems, teams, and processes needed for strong clinical outcomes, financial sustainability, and long-term community impact.

Who We Serve

2,000+ jobs
created

$280MM+ of real
 estate developed for new
 SUD programs

$500MM+ in
ʉ۬Revenue generated
 for our clients

$350MM+ in private investment for new programs developed and
 managed by Ascension Recovery Services across 35 states

Why Partner with Ascension Recovery Services

End-to-End Delivery:

From concept to
operational reality, we
bring behavioral health
programs to life.

Proven Performance 

Model:

A tested and repeatable
approach that drives
operational excellence and
financial sustainability.

Regulatory Expertise:

A strong track record of
securing zoning,
licensing, and
accreditation with speed
and precision.

Payer Integration:

Comprehensive payer
contracting strategies
that maximize
reimbursement and
accelerate cash flow.

Impact-Driven,
Financially Sound:

Programs designed to
deliver measurable
community impact and
lasting financial success.
As an industry leader, Ascension RS has built and managed comprehensive, integrated behavioral health systems across a growing footprint. Our proven playbook accelerates development timelines, strengthens financial performance,and drives better patient outcomes.
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10,000+ patients served through
ARS programs

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30+ states where ARS has developed or consulted
 on BH programs

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80 unique
 programs
 launched

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500+ licensed
 beds managed

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100% success rate in licensing
 & accreditation

9-12

9–12 months average from
 design to first patient

12-18

12-18 months to achieve
 profitability post-launch

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200+ staff hired
 and trained annually and 400+ BH jobs created nationally

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50M+ in annual operating
 revenue
 supported

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85% of clients
retain ARS services
beyond initial
engagement

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