By LYLE R. FRIED, CAP, ICADC, CHC In Addiction Recovery, Nutrition and Mental Health, Relapse Prevention
Posted February 28, 2016
Are you looking for the best addiction rehab in Florida?
It’s not the location.
It’s not the statistics.
It’s not the reassuring words used on the home page of the website or the fact that they take your insurance.
So, what factors do determine the best addiction rehab in Florida? With over a hundred treatment centers to choose from, all with the promise of success, it can be difficult to decide what’s right for you or your loved one.
To help you in your search, here’s a list of our top five things to look for:
1. Individualized Treatment Plan
There’s no quicker way to discourage people in recovery than to treat everyone the same. Instead, search for rehab care that’s dedicated to addressing who you are as an individual. Make sure that your rehab center will work with you to customize and personalize your course of treatment to satisfy your unique needs.
- Trauma care
- Coexisting disorders
- Faith-based track option
- Group and individualized therapy
- Holistic care
2. Long-Term Stays
Some people are specifically looking for a 30-day program. Rehab programs that last less than 90 days, however, may not bring every person to the place where they feel safe and stable enough to make a transition out of care.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse recommends rehab stays of 90 days or more. This can look like: 30 days in the highest level of care, followed by gradual step-downs into extended treatment and post-rehab support.
3. Effective, Experienced Staff
Without quality staff members, you don’t have a rehab center. It’s as simple as that. Staff should specialize in addiction recovery as well as dual diagnosis and full family support. Talking to staff members before you check into a rehab center is a good idea, but seeking out alumni members and inquiring about the facility is going to give you the kind of information you’re looking for. No one can tell you about the best addiction rehabs like former clients.
4. A Strong Recovery Community
Although you may feel like you’re going to spend a certain amount of time in rehab and then transition back to your home town, that’s not always what happens. Many individuals head back home after treatment only to find that there’s nothing left for them there. With too many negative influences and memories from the past, many people in recovery decide to build a new life in the town where they found freedom from addiction. Even if you’re certain this won’t be you, it’s a good idea to find out what kind of alumni program and support system is available for you, just in case you decide to stay.
5. Treatment Options
Does the rehab center offer plenty of options and education when it comes to treatment? Some of the more popular options can include:
- Fitness and wellness programs
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Chiropractic care
- Excursions
- Recreational activities
- Massage therapy
- Art therapy
- Music therapy
Finding the Best Rehab in Florida
There are many choices when it comes to rehab facilities in Florida. We are confident that The Shores Recovery is one of the best rehab centers in Florida. Call us today to talk about our innovative, personalized approach to rehab. We work with most major insurance and can help get you into treatment immediately.
