In this case, residential treatment refers to one level of care in the drug alcohol rehabilitation industry. It, of course, is done in a residential treatment center.
Unlike other levels of care, residential treatment is designed to help clients learn how to live a clean and sober lifestyle through virtual and actual practice. This is done by having the client live in an environment which has many of the functions of every day, normal living. Most provide the same or similar types of therapy as
inpatient treatment.
Residential treatment is especially effective for individuals with a long history of addiction, alcohol related behavior. Residential treatment offers a variety of structured programs used to accommodate the client's needs. These programs mainly focus on re-socializing its residents to an alcohol, drug-free lifestyle.
The recovery begins always with stabilization and detox.
Therapy and treatment includes all the regular modalities, such as cognitive behavior sessions and groups. In residential treatment, relapse prevention interventions are generally considered to be a good idea. Customized treatment plans, medical and mental treatment, and follow-up treatments are also very important factors in the residential treatment process.
It is important to understand that alcoholism and drug addiction are chronic illnesses where relapse is possible even after successful treatment or extended periods of abstinence.
The twelve-step model (also known as the Minnesota model), is often used along with therapeutic healing in treating addiction. One of the goals of the twelve steps is to help the client see they have this serious, life-threatening problem and what needs to be done to keep it in remission. This model emphasizes the use of spirituality as a form of treating alcoholic and addictive behaviors.
Phases in a residential treatment center
Often there are phases of development during residential treatment. The initial phase has the most structure and limited access to the outside world. Gradually, the client is given more and more liberty and responsibility so the staff can assess their progress accordingly.
Some Q & A about a residential treatment center
Q: how long does residential treatment last?
A: Residential treatment programs last an average of 30 days
Q: What's the difference between inpatient and residential?
A: clients generally do not do there own chores (cooking, shopping) during Inpatient
Q: are clients in residential treatment free to leave?
A: technically no one in any level of care is "locked up" they are free to leave anytime
Q: Is residential treatment co-ed?
A: most are, some are not, fraternization is never allowed
Q: does insurance cover residential treatment?
A: some insurance policies do cover residential treatment, each policy is different
Q: how much does residential treatment cost?
A: It can vary greatly, anywhere from $5,000 to $50,000 per month
Q: is the rate of success greater in residential than inpatient?
A: the success rate is slightly higher
