PURPOSE

The journey into recovery begins with Phase I of our Twelve-Week Inpatient Addiction Program, called "Discover Recovery". The purpose of Phase I is to provide a structured, healthy living environment where both clients and families are given time to begin to build a foundation of recovery from addiction, as well as have a break from each other and the consequences of addiction.

In this phase of the addiction treatment program, clients gain an understanding of all aspects of addiction as a disease, develop an awareness of and insight into their patterns of self-defeating thinking and behaviors, and identify other manifestations of addiction aside from substance abuse. Our multidimensional approach to recovery incorporates bio-psycho-social-spiritual components.

PHILOSOPHY

Our philosophy is that addiction is a family disease; therefore, both the addict and the family require treatment and recovery for a successful, long-term outcome. During Phase I, contact between client and family will be kept to a minimum unless clinically indicated. This helps limit external distractions and allows the client and the family the time needed to focus on their respective issues. It is important to carefully explain this rationale to clients and families in order to create an understanding that can withstand strong natural impulses for contact, as well as potential attempts at manipulation.

Family leverage should be identified and strengthened so this can be utilized as a resource throughout the treatment process to give clients sufficient time and space to experience positive results. LVRC places a high priority on family involvement through our weekly family support meetings and monthly Family Renewal Program.