Focus on getting past addiction at The Recovery Center

The Residential Treatment Program serves adults, 18 and older, who are motivated to live a substance free life and feel they will benefit from a highly structured and supportive therapeutic environment. After evaluation, some patients may be referred to our Medical Detoxification Program prior to admission to The Recovery Center, or to a lower level of care such as our Intensive Outpatient Program.

Patients will receive an initial evaluation to determine their appropriateness for the program. Referrals can be made by individuals seeking treatment, family members, physicians, therapists, or other health care professionals. Prospect patients themselves must call for the phone screening. To schedule an evaluation, call 303-467-4080 (9). Appointments are typically available within 1-2 days of the referral, and in some instances, the same day.

Patients should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to their evaluation appointment to complete the required paperwork. Patients should bring their belongings to their appointment, and be prepared to go immediately to the unit once they are accepted. Refer to the FAQ section below for more details about what to bring with you to treatment.

Our evaluation and admission process involves many steps and it can be lengthy, anywhere from 2-5 hours. We understand this is an inconvenience for our patients, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation.

What does a typical day in the program look like?
In order to make your time with us as effective as possible, the program features a highly structured curriculum. Schedules may vary slightly from day-to-day, but this is the typical weekday schedule:

6:30 – 7:00 a.m.	Wake up and Check Vitals
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.	Medication Administration
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.	Breakfast
8:45– 9:15 a.m.	Community Meeting
9:30– 10:30 a.m.	Autobiography Presentations
11:00 a.m. - Noon	Skills Group
Noon – 1:00 p.m.	Lunch
1:00– 2:00 p.m.	Group Counseling
2:15– 3:15 p.m.	Recreational Therapy
3:15 – 5:00 p.m.	Phoenix: Yoga and exercise led virtually by The Phoenix
5:00– 6:00 p.m.	Dinner
6:00– 7:30 p.m.	Free time / Open
7:30– 8:30 p.m.	Mutual Health Groups (12-step and non-12 step, led virtually)
9:00– 9:30 p.m.	Wrap up Group
9:30 – 10:00 p.m.	Clean Up and Medication Administration
10:30 p.m.	Lights Out

Can a shorter program really work?
Research supports that ongoing participation in treatment over the course of two years is the most effective way to achieve lasting recovery. Your time in residential treatment is only one step of your recovery journey. West Pines offers a continuum of chemical dependency care and our therapists and counselors work to ensure these aftercare resources are in place for each patient prior to discharge.

While some may stay longer, many patients stay for two weeks in order to reduce disruption to their daily lives. We believe that a prompt return to productive activities such as work and family involvement are an important part of successful recovery.

What if I want or need to stay longer?
This program requires a minimum stay of 14 days, but if you and your treatment team agree that you would benefit from staying in the program longer, this is an option. Please know that it will be up to your insurance company to determine whether you meet medical criteria, and whether they will continue paying for treatment or not.

What should I bring to treatment--clothing and belongings?

Patients are encouraged not to bring the following items to treatment:

• Cell phones
• Credit cards or large sums of money
• Medication
• Other valuables.

If that is not possible, we have a safe on the unit where valuables can be stored. Patients are not allowed to bring cell phones during treatment and music players are also not allowed on the unit. If the patient does bring his or her cell phone, the RTC staff will lock the phone away, and the patient will not have access to it.

Please bring clothing appropriate for exercise and physical activity including athletic shoes. You may bring your own alcohol free toiletries.

PLEASE NOTE: Upon arrival, all patients participate in a safety check of their person and belongings.

Patients are encouraged to bring all important numbers and e-mail addresses including:

• Family
• Friends
• Insurance
• Doctor, Clinic,Surgeon
• Therapist, Counselor,Psychiatrist
• Parole/Probation officer, Case Worker
• and any person who you may need to contact while in treatment.

There is a community computer with Internet access available on the unit that may be used at designated times, and may be used to help with discharge planning. Personal computers are not allowed.