Protect your sobriety with aftercare planning
The importance of aftercare planning
Completing detox and residential treatment builds a strong foundation for your sobriety, but your recovery journey doesn’t end there. How you handle the pressures of daily life outside our facility is critical for long-term sobriety and preventing relapse.
To strengthen your recovery progress, we create a plan that supports your unique lifestyle and needs.
Aftercare support
Case management
Receive guidance on career, legal, and familial concerns.
Coping skills and strategies
Develop healthy ways to navigate challenges.
Continued care
Transition to ongoing care with our network of trusted professionals and referrals.
Our treatment approach
Relapse prevention education
Learn strategies to manage triggers and stress, fostering long-term commitment and confidence.
Continued counseling and therapy
Gain perspective and create meaningful connections through individual and group sessions.
Family involvement and counseling
Nurture familial bonds and support networks with our dedicated services and sessions to educate families.
Support groups
Join a community that understands you and helps you maintain sobriety.
Employment empowerment program
Thrive professionally with our tailored guidance and skill enhancement programs.
Sober living homes
Continue your recovery in sober living homes associated with our center.
“Casey, Lukhan, Pete, Adrian, and the entire staff at Refine Recovery made my stay the best experience in my life.
John
“SAVED my life... the attention and care was exceptional. It is clear they are in this profession for all the RIGHT reasons. ♥”
Holly
“I’m grateful to have completed this detox and residential treatment.
Cesar
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Refine.
Rachel
“This place truly saved my life it’s really pure love and care here from admissions to technicians the nurse down to the dog
Casey, Peter, and Lukan are so amazing and want the best for you. This facility is extremely clean the food is extremely tasty the rooms are very comfortable and they focus on what’s gonna keep you sober in the long run. They repair families that are broken, they kept me out of jail, people that said they would never talk to me again now are back in my life. There is nothing I can ever do to pay them back.”
Cody
Commonly asked questions
What is aftercare planning, and why is it important in the recovery process?
Aftercare planning is a critical component of the recovery journey, one that is designed to support your long-term sobriety. It is a personalized roadmap that guides individuals after completing inpatient treatment, helping one to transition back to daily life while maintaining and supporting your sobriety. The aftercare plan is vital because it offers ongoing support and necessary resources while addressing challenges in an effort to avoid relapse. It is a cornerstone for sustaining the progress that is made during treatment ensuring a healthy sober life ahead.
What are the components of an effective aftercare plan, and how is it tailored to individual needs?
Effective aftercare plans are as unique as the individuals that they serve. An aftercare plan typically includes elements such as ongoing psychotherapy, community based support groups, unique lifestyle changes, and at times continued medication management when warranted. In order to tailor the aftercare plan to one’s individual needs the treatment specialists at Refine Recovery will consider such factors as the severity of addiction, personal challenges, lifestyle, and available support systems. This customization ensures that the aftercare plan will align with each person’s unique journey toward sobriety and overall well-being.
Are there specific goals or milestones set in an aftercare plan, and how are they tracked?
Yes, establishing and setting goals and milestones is a fundamental part of an aftercare plan. These may incorporate maintaining sobriety, rebuilding important relationships, achieving personal and professional objectives, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. Progress is tracked through regular check-ins with treatment providers, as well as a process of self-reflection. These milestones serve as motivational benchmarks and help to adjust the aftercare plan as needed to ensure continued success in recovery.
What aftercare support services and resources are available, and how can I access them?
Aftercare support will incorporate a range of services such as ongoing psychotherapy, community-based support group involvement, educational workshops, and relapse prevention training. Accessing these resources is a straightforward process. Clients can directly speak with the treatment providers and support staff at Refine Recovery in order to receive referrals and to have support around the process of scheduling such services. We also provide guidance around utilizing community-based resources, online forums, and alternate helplines that can be utilized for additional support.
How long does aftercare typically last, and what should I expect as I transition from treatment to the aftercare phase of recovery?
The duration of aftercare services will vary, oftentimes lasting from several months to a year or more depending upon one’s individual needs. Transitioning to aftercare involves gradually assuming greater responsibility for your sobriety while continuing to access structured support in a manner that meets your individual needs. You can expect to experience regular interactions with your treatment team, as well as ongoing engagement in a variety of psychotherapy modalities and community-based support groups, all while applying the skills learned in treatment to real world scenarios. This phase is truly all about building resilience and cultivating independence, ensuring a sustainable path to long term sobriety.
Clinically Reviewed By:
Dr. Marisa Sisk
Dr. Marisa A. Sisk, , M.S., Psy.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and founder of Refine Recovery, where she created its clinical curriculum. With advanced degrees in Clinical Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy, she has extensive experience in behavioral health. Dr. Sisk also founded First Commercial Billing Company and has held leadership roles in residential treatment facilities, specializing in program development and patient advocacy.
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