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Bradford Health Services has acquired three addiction treatment facilities in Texas—Last Resort Recovery Center, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House. This expansion increases their capacity and resources to address the growing demand for addiction recovery programs in the state. The acquisition boosts Bradford’s total facilities to 31 and aims to enhance the variety of treatment options available to individuals seeking recovery. Emphasizing a strategic growth approach, Bradford’s investments in facilities reflect a commitment to improving addiction treatment standards across Texas.
Texas has become the latest focus for Bradford Health Services, following the announcement of their acquisition of three addiction treatment facilities: Last Resort Recovery Center, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House. This strategic move aims to strengthen Bradford’s operational presence in Texas and enhance their service offerings in the growing addiction treatment market.
The acquisition was officially disclosed on Wednesday, underscoring Bradford’s commitment to increasing its footprint in the region. Previously under the ownership of a trust managed by Bill and Ann Schneider, the three facilities together provide a cumulative capacity of 160 beds, combining 103 residential and detox treatment beds with additional spaces for partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and sober living. This transaction brings Bradford’s total facility count to 31.
Among the newly acquired establishments, the Last Resort Recovery Center was founded in 2021 and offers specialized programs, including a men-only campus focused on medical detox, residential treatment, PHP, and virtual intensive outpatient programming (IOP) with stays averaging between 45 to 90 days. The co-ed campus offers medical detox and residential treatment, typically with 21-day stays, while The Chapter House, which offers extended care and sober living designed specifically for men, joined the Bradford family in April 2025.
Although the financial specifics of the acquisition have not been made public, the deal emphasizes Bradford’s strategic direction, supported by Lee Equity Partners, a private equity firm that acquired Bradford Health Services in 2022. This partnership underlines a shared goal of expanding treatment options and operational performance. Following the acquisition, Christian Chauvet, a partner at Lee Equity, noted that the move resonates with Bradford’s ambition to work closely with best-in-class operators in the healthcare sector.
Bradford Health Services has been on an expanding streak, having acquired Lakeview Health in September 2024 and an asset in Southaven, Mississippi in 2023. Future plans include a significant $25 million investment to build a new 100-bed facility in Southaven aimed at improving treatment and patient care delivery.
Rob Marsh, the CEO of Bradford Health Services, has stated that the organization aims to provide quality addiction treatment services that cater to the diverse needs of its patients. Emphasizing the competitive nature of the addiction treatment market, he highlighted that the acquisition strategy often focuses on identifying underperforming assets that can benefit from capital investment and operational enhancements.
Despite the acquisitions, Bradford intends for the facilities to function independently due to geographical distances, though opportunities for cross-referral may arise. This approach reflects the company’s commitment not to dominate but to strategically enhance its service offerings, aligning with its mission and organizational values.
As the addiction treatment sector continues to evolve, the number of beds available at Bradford facilities is expected to double by the time the company approaches recapitalization. This growth trajectory reaffirms Bradford’s dedication to establishing a robust network of facilities, meeting the increasing demand for mental health and addiction services while maintaining a focus on excellence in patient care.
Bradford Health Services’ expansion into Texas highlights both the challenges and opportunities within the addiction treatment landscape, with the organization keenly aware of the need to balance growth with quality service delivery. The competitive environment is described as subdued in terms of deal-making compared to previous years, making Bradford’s acquisitions significant in defining its future path in the mental health and addiction treatment arena.
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