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Types of Addiction & Substance Abuse Treatment Available

Inpatient Residential Drug Alcohol Rehab Centers | Initial 30-90 Days

Inpatient residential treatment centers are facilities that individuals can attend for typically 30 day periods. In some cases, an individual can stay up to 90 days. Anything more than 90 days of inpatient care is considered to be "after care", or extended care. Residential addiction treatment programs will also differ by modality of treatment. 12 step recovery programs utilize spiritual principles outlined in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Non 12 step programs use a more clinically therapeutic model that does not include spiritual principles. It is important that you understand the differences, and if one appeals to you more than the other. Many 12 step treatment programs will also augment their programs with counseling and professional therapy.

Residential inpatient care will usually include "detox" if necessary. Some addiction treatment centers offer medically supervised detox services at their facility, while others will subcontract with another provider for just the detoxification portion. If the patient completes detox at an outside facility, they will then return to the treatment center. This is something the admissions person of the attending drug alcohol rehab will discuss with you. In most cases this is an additional charge, and not included in the addiction treatment program cost.

While in residential rehab, an individual will receive an assessment and have a primary therapist appointed to him or her. Following that an outline of treatment will be designed for them. In addition to individual counseling, they will also attend group therapy meetings at the treatment center, which can also include traveling outside the treatment center to additional meetings such as Alcoholics Anonymous, if the treatment center utilizes a 12 step model of recovery. Other considerations are if the treatment center has a strong focus or emphasis on treating dual diagnosed individuals, is gender specific, Christian, Jewish, teen & adolescent, executives, young adults (18-26), wilderness or teens & adolescents. Also, high end and exclusive treatment centers are available for the individual who can afford it. Treatment centers for addiction can also be administered in hospital setting or a residential setting.

Sleeping accommodations are usually shared, and it is good to ask how many people are assigned to each private room. Some treatment centers offer private rooms, and if these are available they will usually be at an additional cost.

The types of drug and alcohol rehabs that are available vary considerably. That is why it is a good idea to do some research, obtain referrals and then call at least three programs. Cost is also a determining factor. Cost for drug and alcohol treatment can range from 3,000 dollars per month, up to 75,000 dollars per month. The average cost for an excellent addiction treatment program, with very comfortable accommodations, and all meals will run about 9,000 dollars for the first 30 days. Most drug alcohol rehab centers are private pay. Don't be afraid to ask for a price reduction, or a payment plan if your situation warrants it. It never hurts to ask, and it is ok to negotiate a bit for addiction treatment.

Accreditations and professional affiliations are important when seeking alcohol or drug rehab services. newliferecovery.net does not list treatment programs that have not been established in business for less than 4 years. In many cases, the drug alcohol residential treatment programs listed herein, have been in business in excess of 10 years, and up to 35 years.

IOP | Intensive Outpatient Treatment Programs

Outpatient addiction treatment centers provide recovery services in an "outpatient setting".The client will attend individual counseling, and group meetings at the treatment center approximately 3-4 times per week. Each meeting can range from 1-4 hours in length. Clients can work this program around school, work and other daily responsibilities. Additionally, most insurance covers outpatient addiction treatment.

Extended Care | After Care | Long Term Drug Alcohol Recovery Centers

Extended care addiction treatment centers, also referred to as after care programs are available for those who need and/or desire further addiction treatment in a less intensive controlled environment, but with some counseling and accountability. Extended care treatment can take place at the initial addiction treatment program, an many facilities have now incorporated a lower cost after program into their treatment services for clients who want to continue to focus on long term sobriety in a structured and safe environment for as long as possible. Alcohol Treatment centers that do not offer a continuum of care will recommend or refer clients to after care programs that they feel would best suit the clients needs.

The primary component of the program is the group therapy experience. Clients participate in structured therapy groups each week as well as working individually with a primary therapist. Another piece of the program can include, volunteer service work, going to school, or getting a part job when ready. In some cases clients are given written assignments that will facilitate an experience in process groups, including personal inventories of past behavior, goal setting, relapse prevention and more. The clients work together as a therapeutic community to confront unhealthy behavior while providing each other with the primary support group they will need in early recovery. Extended care, long term addiction treatment is one of the very best ways to insure long term change and sobriety.

Sober Living | Transitional Living Homes

Sober Living Homes provide more freedom than other extended care transitional living environments. Many of them are structured around Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and sound recovery methodologies. Residents are often required to participate in drug alcohol recovery meetings, take drug tests and show demonstrably that they are taking important steps to long lasting recovery. The SLE (sober living environment) movement began on the west coast of the United States and has spread around the country. It is important in to interview a prospective sober living - halfway house. As the industry continues to grow, there are many people that see this as an easy way to have their mortgages paid by someone else. Take your time and get referrals and recommendations for sober living from long term established treatment centers.

The concept of Sober Living reached a wider audience during the 2008 VH-1 series Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, where the concept was discussed extensively in episode #8.

Sober Living Home Requirements include: Each individual SLE will have different requirements for the residents, but many will have these typical requirements:

No drugs or alcohol

Mandatory AA meeting attendance

Random drug tests

On-time bill payments

General acceptance by peer group at the SLE

Sober Living Homes are a relatively new phenomenon, so there are not many studies about their success rates. However, they are growing all over the country, so the amount on new options for people is a testament to their success. Many people who have lived in Sober Living Environments find that their stay has been an important part of the recovery process. They provide the support and understanding that many people need to stay clean and sober. Check out the best sober living homes on newliferecovery.net - click here.