Every year the U.S. alone is spending nearly $ 700 billion in costs arising from alcohol and illegal drug abuse. Every year millions of U.S. citizen enroll in some sort of rehab facility for substance abuse treatment. In 2009, nearly 23 million people joined a rehab program. Many of them are treated and return home to live productively while many relapse.
It can be a challenge to compare and choose from the baffling mix of rehabs and treatment programs available in every state. Unfortunately, people decide on a rehab program in an emergency and rarely take the time to compare, research, or gather details about the options available. Selecting a rehab program for yourself or your loved one is a very important decision, as it will have a great impact on the recovery and output. It can be the deciding factor between sobriety and relapse. So ask questions before choosing a rehab. Some of the questions to be asked are:
What type of facility is it and what services are available in the facility?
First, you need to be evaluated to identify your need and the level of rehab needed. If you require a residential and supervised atmosphere, an Intensive Outpatient Program will work for you. Next, you need to decide whether you are okay with joining a facility in a public area or if you need privacy to heal. In that case, you may look into a secluded mountain rehab or a beach drug recovery facility. Look into various treatment modalities and services offered by the center.
What are its credentials and accreditation?
The drug rehab center should be adequately licensed to practice and should have all the necessary accreditations in place. It guarantees the standard of care. You should also find out about the staff, their certifications and their experience. Inquire if the staff in the facility has adequate training and experience in rehabilitation.
Does the facility have adequate rehabilitation and continuum of care?
Treatment for alcoholism or illegal substances aims at a long-term sobriety. It is not an immediate cure but extends into long-term post-program care. No matter how good a treatment modality is, it is tested hugely when the individual leaves the confines of the program and steps into his normal routine. Everyday stressors, pressures, and lures entice him to go back to his habit and relapse. That is where the programs outreach and continuity of care matters so look into their post-program support and care for complete rehabilitation.
Does the program consider relapse?
Relapse is a normal phenomenon on the road to sobriety and is bound to happen. A rehab should expect relapse, take it as a natural occurrence and should be adequately armed to handle it. Interview your rehab on this aspect and find out how they teach day-to-day handling of problems. What measures do they adopt to tackle and relieve cravings and what abilities and life skills do they teach to handle stress and pressures.
Is it covered under insurance?
Affording a Drug Rehabilitation Program is not child’s play. The cost runs into thousands of dollars so it is wise to find a program covered by insurance. Some treatment modalities may be fully covered by insurance while some may have partial coverage. Some private and costly facilities may not be covered under insurance at all so research, meet your insurance advisor and find a good rehab program that is under insurance coverage.
