Paugus Bay Behavioral Health
Paugus Bay Behavioral Health is a state-certified provider of the Impaired Driver Care Management Program (IDCMP) in New Hampshire. Located in the Lakes Region, they offer a full spectrum of outpatient services for individuals seeking to fulfill court mandates and reinstate their driver’s licenses.
ugus Bay Behavioral Health offers compassionate, evidence-based treatment at a facility filled with loving, tenured professionals.
We realize that anyone who comes through our doors has already lived through the pain of addiction or has struggled with mental health challenges, so we believe that our facility should provide an atmosphere of respect and dignity. During your time at Paugus Bay you will be under the care of our dedicated staff of professionals who understand both the diseases of addiction and mental health, as well as your needs as an individual.
We believe that addiction and mental health disorders are chronic illnesses. We are ready to be your next step towards a lifetime of recovery.
When you come to Paugus Bay Behavioral Health you can expect that we will understand what you and your family are going through. You will be treated with compassion, dignity, empathy and respect. You will be safe and supported and will receive the best medical and clinical care.
The DUI / IDCMP Program
The center is a licensed provider of both the initial management (IDCMP) and the subsequent treatment services (IDSP). Their program is designed to guide participants through the New Hampshire Department of Safety’s legal requirements.
Initial Intake & Screening: The first mandatory step involving a clinical screening to determine the level of care needed.
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations conducted by licensed professionals (MLADCs) to create a personalized service plan.
Impaired Driver Education Program (IDEP): They provide the 20-hour state-mandated education classes. These are offered with flexible scheduling, including in-person at their Laconia facility or via secure telehealth (Zoom) sessions.
Ongoing Case Management: They handle the mandatory reporting to the DMV and courts to ensure your progress is documented for license reinstatement.
Integrated Treatment: If an evaluation mandates aftercare, the center provides individual counseling, group therapy, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid or alcohol use disorders.
Location & Contact Information
The facility is situated on the northern end of Laconia, serving residents of Gilford, Meredith, Belmont, and Tilton.
Paugus Bay Behavioral Health
Address: 745 N. Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246
Phone: (603) 619-1132
Email: info@paugusbaybh.com
Operating Hours
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Program Hours: While the office closes at 4:30 PM, they offer evening appointments and remote sessions specifically for therapy and psychiatric support to accommodate work or school schedules.
IOP Sessions: Their Intensive Outpatient Program typically runs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Compliance Requirements
New Hampshire law requires you to contact an IDCMP provider within three (3) business days of your conviction to schedule an intake. When attending your appointment at Paugus Bay, you must provide:
Your official Sentencing Order.
A Police Report and arrest narrative.
Chemical test results (or proof of refusal).
A Certified NH Driving Record (must be dated within the last 60 days).