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Levels of care
There are many different levels of care within a rehab program, depending on where you are in your recovery journey. It's important to know what each level entails so that you can make the right choice.
Detox (5 - 14 days)
Detoxification is generally the first stage of substance addiction recovery. It is a medically supervised withdrawal process that can last anywhere from five days to two weeks. This depends on your treatment center's protocol, which can vary from program to program depending on their philosophy and what they feel is most appropriate for their patients’ needs. Without proper medical supervision, detox can be extremely dangerous, so it is very important that it is done in a professional medical facility. It's also important to note that detox is not a cure for addiction; it simply provides the first step in the recovery process.
Residential (10 - 30 days)
Residential rehab settings are also known as "inpatient" care because patients live at the facility full-time during their treatment program. The staff members at these facilities have extensive training in addiction and substance abuse disorders, so they can provide 24-hour supervision and support. Many people choose to go to a residential program because they want more structure in their lives and around their recovery in general. Some rehabs offer residential detox centers in addition to residential rehab programs. Patents may choose to use these facilities before starting the rehab program. However, not all will have the option available, so patients who need it will have to do it at a separate facility. Regardless of where it is done, all facilities will require patients to be drug-free before starting the residential rehab part of the program.
Long term (30+ days)
Long-term residential treatment programs are a more intensive treatment option. They are designed to help people overcome their addiction and rebuild their lives. After completing residential treatment, some patients decide they are not yet ready, psychologically or socially, for life out on their own again. They might opt instead for long-term programs where they can continue receiving support from counselors who work specifically with those still recovering from addiction problems but also give them some freedom back in everyday life by helping them live independently again.
