Residential Treatment Consists of:

Level One

Initially, emphasis is placed on basic physical and emotional restoration.  Individual, group and family counseling begins.  The resident is exposed to disease concepts groups, holistic health, drug, and alcohol education as well as physical fitness, relaxation techniques, home making skills, nutrition, crafts, and community education.  Participation in twelve-step self-help groups is encouraged and expected.  Usually this level of treatment last about one month.

Level Two

During the second month, residents focus on emotional healing.  Intensive one-on-one counseling, assertiveness training and self-awareness groups help the resident assume responsibility for her own recovery.  With increased exposure to recreational, educational, creative and social activities, the residents begin to actively participate in the community.

Level Three

Generally during the third month, residents begin the final phase of treatment and prepare to return to their families or independent living.  Emphasis is on the assumption of responsibility in a job or at school.  Vocational training is made available where appropriate.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

The IOP began in January 1997 to better serve the needs of women with children who are able to remain at home while in substance abuse treatment. 

The IOP is held at within the therapeutic community of recovering women.  The IOP clients meet for four hour sessions three days per week for as long as eight weeks depending on the individual’s needs.  Lunch and transportation to the twelve-step meetings are included.