ARC House – Paterson is a 15-bed residential program in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to helping women overcome **strong substance use disorders** through specialized, structured treatment. Operated by ARC Community Services since 1976, the program serves women referred by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and is provided at no cost, funded primarily through the DOC. As a licensed community-based residential facility, ARC House – Paterson delivers comprehensive treatment in a safe, trauma-aware setting that supports rehabilitation and long-term recovery.
Women in the program receive strengths-based case management, substance use assessments, individual and group therapy, continuing care planning, and support for medication-assisted treatment. The homelike environment fosters dignity, connection, and emotional healing without retraumatization. By promoting healthy relationships with family, loved ones, and community resources, ARC House – Paterson empowers women to build a stable foundation for recovery, regain control of their lives, and successfully reintegrate into the community.
202 N Paterson St, Madison, WI 53703
