WESTPORT, Conn – May 14, 2018 – Westport House, Connecticut’s premier extended care and sober living program for young adult and adult men, announced today that Danielle Meldon has joined their team as Program Director. Meldon joins Westport House after five years in various management and direct care roles at Turnbridge in New Haven, CT. She most recently served as a Program Director for Turnbridge and was instrumental in creating and developing a long-term treatment program for young adult females. “It is with great pleasure that Westport House announces Ms. Danielle Meldon as its new Program Director. In her new position, Ms. Meldon will oversee all extended care and sober living programming and operations, according to Al Samaras, Executive Director & Founder of Westport House. In addition, she will evaluate our entire program, looking for opportunities to further develop and coordinate programming, operations, and clinical to ensure all clients are receiving the highest quality care and services.” “I am very excited to have this opportunity to work with Mr. Samaras, his staff, our clients and their families.” says Meldon. “Westport House is a first-class organization and it offers a valuable and much-needed service for young men in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. I am looking forward to capitalizing on our successes and to improving our programs where I can.” About Westport HouseLocated 45 miles north of New York City in Fairfield County Connecticut, Westport House is a premier provider of two distinct levels of aftercare for men: extended care and sober living. Westport House Extended Care is designed to support the recovery process for young males as they transition from a higher level of care to sober living. Westport House blends the transformational power of experiential activities and physical fitness & recreation with work, school and traditional clinical services to establish a supportive environment in which clients can practice independent life-skill management and other recovery skills after they complete primary treatment. Westport House Sober Living is for male clients of any age who do not require the initial structure and support of extended care while having access to sophisticated clinical services, employment and academic support, health and recreational activities, and much more. The cost of sober living is approximately half that of extended care.
For more information on cost, services, etc., please visit our website or call us at 888.302.6790 and we will be happy to assist you.
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In 2016, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), over 28 million people over the age of 11 used an illegal drug in the last 30 days, which represents approximately 1 in 10 Americans but is as high as 1 in 4 young adults between the ages of 18 and 25. Despite age, the estimate for illegal drug use in 2016 is primarily driven by marijuana use and prescription pain reliever misuse. Among individuals over the age of 11, 24 million currently use marijuana, and over 3 million were misusing prescription pain relievers. Smaller numbers of people were regular users of hallucinogens, methamphetamine, heroin cocaine, or inhalants. Addiction is considered a chronic brain disease with rates of relapse between 40-60%, per the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). Relapse is returning to alcohol or drug use after a period of sobriety or abstinence. Relapse is often considered an inherent component of addiction recovery and treatment, as relapse rates have been demonstrated to be in-line with those of other chronic diseases like hypertension, asthma, and diabetes states the NIDA. Aftercare services post-inpatient addiction treatment can be vital to assist in preventing, or at least minimizing, relapse episodes. What Are Sober Living Homes?Sober living homes, frequently referred to as recovery homes, halfway houses, or transitional living facilities, are a step-down from residential addiction treatment programs. Sober homes can present a gradual transition alternative for people after completing a substance abuse treatment program and prepare them for an eventual return to their schools, careers, and homes. This supportive transition can offer structure, guidance and an opportunity to develop and practice new skills and tools preparing them to navigate the world as recovered individuals and learning how to be alcohol and drug-free in a community living environment. A referral to a sober living home can originate from family and friends, from an inpatient or residential treatment program, or from the criminal justice system. In a report published by the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, 25% of people in sober living homes were referred by the criminal justice system, 23% by friends or family, 20% were self-referrals, and 13% were referred by an inpatient residential substance abuse treatment center. People in sober living homes are required to refrain from using alcohol and drugs and are typically required to attend support group meetings, therapy and counseling sessions, and taker advantage of other support services. Sober living homes house a variety of people, but all are in recovery and are motivated to stay abstinent. The community within a home or homes provides a built-in peer support network of people with similar experiences and goals. The homes could be residential homes, apartments, condos in family neighborhoods. Depending on the size of the home, there are varying degrees of residents who live in each particular house. Each sober living home may be configured differently, although residents are usually expected to contribute to the upkeep of the house, and in many cases, there is a chore schedule. Some homes have implemented democratic voting systems or a resident leadership hierarchy. There are usually rules about guests, mealtimes, lights out, and a curfew in most sober living homes. The rules may be determined by the individuals living in the house or, in more structured environments, the house manager or program director. The golden rule across all homes stipulates complete abstinence from alcohol and drugs. Sober living homes might be affiliated with local treatment providers. Substance abuse treatment programs can provide oversight in some instances, although this is not typical. Sober living homes may not require individuals to take part in treatment, but they may actively recommend participation in 12-Step support groups or similar programs. An Oxford House is a self-governed form of sober living home, and a report in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs indicates that more than 3/4 of residents in this kind of transitional home attend 12-Step groups at least once a week. Even if it is not a requirement, this style of support is often recommended during recovery and while residing in a sober living home. Residents of sober living homes may also attend individual and group therapy and counseling sessions in addition to receiving treatment for co-occurring disorders while residing in the home. How to Choose a Sober Living HomeIndividuals who struggle with alcohol and drug abuse might benefit from living in a sober living home. Although those who are diagnosed with co-occurring mental health disorders, have been through multiple treatment programs, lack a supportive home environment, or are resistant to treatment and recovery may get the most benefit from long-term addiction treatment that includes sober living homes as part of their treatment planning, indicates Psych Central. Sober living homes can be an effective component of a treatment plan when a person transitions between levels of care. In many cases, it is the last step before returning home and back to life. People often return to the workforce, go back to school, and begin the process of reintegrating back into their lives while residing in a sober living home. Most sober living homes will require residents to spend at least five nights a week in the house while allowing them to gradually spend time at their homes. This is a good way to ease the transition back into living at home and taking on the inherent obligations, and potential triggers, of home life.
Find a Sober Living HomeSober living homes may or may not be accredited or licensed. It can depend on the state that they are located in. The National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) sets national standards to certify sober living homes and that people can utilize to find a sober living home with a reputation for quality care.
The post Find a Sober Living Halfway Home appeared first on Westport House. Find a Sober Living Halfway Home was first posted on April 9, 2018 at 6:03 pm. ©2017 "Westport House". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Blogger Find a Sober Living Halfway Home In 2016, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), over 28 million people over the age of 11 used an illegal drug in the last 30 days, which represents approximately 1 in 10 Americans but is as high as 1 in 4 young adults between the ages of 18 and 25. Despite age, the estimate for illegal drug use in 2016 is primarily driven by marijuana use and prescription pain reliever misuse. Among individuals over the age of 11, 24 million currently use marijuana, and over 3 million were misusing prescription pain relievers. Smaller numbers of people were regular users of hallucinogens, methamphetamine, heroin cocaine, or inhalants. Addiction is considered a chronic brain disease with rates of relapse between 40-60%, per the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). Relapse is returning to alcohol or drug use after a period of sobriety or abstinence. Relapse is often considered an inherent component of addiction recovery and treatment, as relapse rates have been demonstrated to be in-line with those of other chronic diseases like hypertension, asthma, and diabetes states the NIDA. Aftercare services post-inpatient addiction treatment can be vital to assist in preventing, or at least minimizing, relapse episodes. What Are Sober Living Homes?Sober living homes, frequently referred to as recovery homes, halfway houses, or transitional living facilities, are a step-down from residential addiction treatment programs. Sober homes can present a gradual transition alternative for people after completing a substance abuse treatment program and prepare them for an eventual return to their schools, careers, and homes. This supportive transition can offer structure, guidance and an opportunity to develop and practice new skills and tools preparing them to navigate the world as recovered individuals and learning how to be alcohol and drug-free in a community living environment. A referral to a sober living home can originate from family and friends, from an inpatient or residential treatment program, or from the criminal justice system. In a report published by the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, 25% of people in sober living homes were referred by the criminal justice system, 23% by friends or family, 20% were self-referrals, and 13% were referred by an inpatient residential substance abuse treatment center. People in sober living homes are required to refrain from using alcohol and drugs and are typically required to attend support group meetings, therapy and counseling sessions, and taker advantage of other support services. Sober living homes house a variety of people, but all are in recovery and are motivated to stay abstinent. The community within a home or homes provides a built-in peer support network of people with similar experiences and goals. The homes could be residential homes, apartments, condos in family neighborhoods. Depending on the size of the home, there are varying degrees of residents who live in each particular house. Each sober living home may be configured differently, although residents are usually expected to contribute to the upkeep of the house, and in many cases, there is a chore schedule. Some homes have implemented democratic voting systems or a resident leadership hierarchy. There are usually rules about guests, mealtimes, lights out, and a curfew in most sober living homes. The rules may be determined by the individuals living in the house or, in more structured environments, the house manager or program director. The golden rule across all homes stipulates complete abstinence from alcohol and drugs. Sober living homes might be affiliated with local treatment providers. Substance abuse treatment programs can provide oversight in some instances, although this is not typical. Sober living homes may not require individuals to take part in treatment, but they may actively recommend participation in 12-Step support groups or similar programs. An Oxford House is a self-governed form of sober living home, and a report in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs indicates that more than ¾ of residents in this kind of transitional home attend 12-Step groups at least once a week. Even if it is not a requirement, this style of support is often recommended during recovery and while residing in a sober living home. Residents of sober living homes may also attend individual and group therapy and counseling sessions in addition to receiving treatment for co-occurring disorders while residing in the home. How to Choose a Sober Living HomeIndividuals who struggle with alcohol and drug abuse might benefit from living in a sober living home. Although those who are diagnosed with co-occurring mental health disorders, have been through multiple treatment programs, lack a supportive home environment, or are resistant to treatment and recovery may get the most benefit from long-term addiction treatment that includes sober living homes as part of their treatment planning, indicates Psych Central. Sober living homes can be an effective component of a treatment plan when a person transitions between levels of care. In many cases, it is the last step before returning home and back to life. People often return to the workforce, go back to school, and begin the process of reintegrating back into their lives while residing in a sober living home. Most sober living homes will require residents to spend at least five nights a week in the house while allowing them to gradually spend time at their homes. This is a good way to ease the transition back into living at home and taking on the inherent obligations, and potential triggers, of home life.
Find a Sober Living HomeSober living homes may or may not be accredited or licensed. It can depend on the state that they are located in. The National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) sets national standards to certify sober living homes and that people can utilize to find a sober living home with a reputation for quality care. The post Find a Sober Living Halfway Home appeared first on Westport House. Find a Sober Living Halfway Home was first posted on April 9, 2018 at 6:03 pm. ©2017 “Westport House”. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Tumblr Find a Sober Living Halfway Home WESTPORT, Conn – April 3, 2018 – Westport House today announced that it has expanded its programming to include a stand-alone sober living environment for men. This level of aftercare will allow clients the flexibility to return to work immediately, have a vehicle, and manage their schedule from day one. However, they will have access to all of the services that Westport House has to offer including day or evening IOP, individual therapy, medication management, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), gym memberships, recreational activities, and 12-step immersion – all while residing in the upscale recovery residences for which we known. “Our expansion of services is in response to demand,” explains Albert Samaras, Founder & Executive Director. “Because Westport House has traditionally been a step-down extended care model for young men, we have had to turn away numerous professionals and others who cannot sit on the sidelines for several months after rehab. Moreover, the lack of quality sober living, at an affordable price point, in Fairfield County only contributes to the demand.” The Westport House Sober Living program is located in a stand-alone 4,000 sq. ft. residence in a quiet Westport neighborhood near their outpatient center. Sober living clients can expect the same level of quality and clinical services albeit on an a la carte basis and initially driven by their rehab discharge plan. Admissions and Out-of-Pocket Costs The cost of sober living at Westport House is based on two components: residential and clinical. The Westport House outpatient center is currently in-network with Anthem Blue Cross and its affiliates and expects to be in-network with other carriers shortly. The monthly out-of-pocket cost will factor in insurance reimbursement and any partial scholarships for which the client may be eligible. Potential clients should plan on budgeting approximately $5,000 per month for sober living. A major investment for sure, but one that is close to 1/3 the cost of comparable Fairfield County and NYC sober living programs. For more information The post Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men was first posted on April 5, 2018 at 6:11 am. ©2017 "Westport House". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Blogger Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men WESTPORT, Conn – April 3, 2018 – Westport House today announced that it has expanded its programming to include a stand-alone sober living environment for men. This level of aftercare will allow clients the flexibility to return to work immediately, have a vehicle, and manage their schedule from day one. However, they will have access to all of the services that Westport House has to offer including day or evening IOP, individual therapy, medication management, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), gym memberships, recreational activities, and 12-step immersion – all while residing in the upscale recovery residences for which we known. “Our expansion of services is in response to demand,” explains Albert Samaras, Founder & Executive Director. “Because Westport House has traditionally been a step-down extended care model for young men, we have had to turn away numerous professionals and others who cannot sit on the sidelines for several months after rehab. Moreover, the lack of quality sober living, at an affordable price point, in Fairfield County only contributes to the demand.” The Westport House Sober Living program is located in a stand-alone 4,000 sq. ft. residence in a quiet Westport neighborhood near their outpatient center. Sober living clients can expect the same level of quality and clinical services albeit on an a la carte basis and initially driven by their rehab discharge plan. Admissions and Out-of-Pocket Costs The cost of sober living at Westport House is based on two components: residential and clinical. The Westport House outpatient center is currently in-network with Anthem Blue Cross and its affiliates and expects to be in-network with other carriers shortly. The monthly out-of-pocket cost will factor in insurance reimbursement and any partial scholarships for which the client may be eligible. Potential clients should plan on budgeting approximately $5,000 per month for sober living. A major investment for sure, but one that is close to 1/3 the cost of comparable Fairfield County and NYC sober living programs. For more information The post Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men was first posted on April 5, 2018 at 6:11 am. ©2017 “Westport House”. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Tumblr Westport House Announces New Sober Living Program for Men WESTPORT, Conn – March 20, 2018 – Westport House today announced that all addiction and psychiatric treatment services offered at their outpatient center are now covered in-network by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross affiliates. It is now easier than ever to help your clients get the treatment they deserve.
At Westport House, it is important for us to make our integrated clinical treatment services available to those who need them. That is why we will be continuing to expand our in-network coverage. If you currently have a client covered by insurance that isn’t in-network, it could be soon.
We work with a variety of health insurance plans and can help determine if your client’s current behavioral health insurance will cover our sober living addiction treatment services. No-interest payment plans are available if insurance is not an option.
For more information:
Call: 888-302-6790
Email: [email protected]
The post Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross was first posted on March 20, 2018 at 5:30 am. ©2017 “Westport House”. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Tumblr Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross WESTPORT, Conn – March 20, 2018 – Westport House today announced that all addiction and psychiatric treatment services offered at their outpatient center are now covered in-network by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross affiliates. It is now easier than ever to help your clients get the treatment they deserve.
At Westport House, it is important for us to make our integrated clinical treatment services available to those who need them. That is why we will be continuing to expand our in-network coverage. If you currently have a client covered by insurance that isn’t in-network, it could be soon.
We work with a variety of health insurance plans and can help determine if your client’s current behavioral health insurance will cover our sober living addiction treatment services. No-interest payment plans are available if insurance is not an option.
For more information:
Call: 888-302-6790
Email: [email protected]
The post Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross was first posted on March 20, 2018 at 5:30 am. ©2017 "Westport House". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Blogger Westport House Sober Living Outpatient Center Now In-Network With Anthem Blue Cross WESTPORT, Conn – January 17, 2018 – Westport House today announced its outpatient center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective care. The Westport House outpatient center underwent a rigorous onsite survey on October 31, 2017. During the review, compliance with behavioral health care standards related to several areas, including care, treatment, and services; environment of care; leadership; and screening procedures for the early detection of imminent harm was evaluated. Onsite observations and interviews also were conducted. “Westport House is pleased to receive Behavioral Health Care Accreditation from The Joint Commission, the premier health care quality improvement and accrediting body in the nation,” said Elizabeth Modugno, Clinical Director. “Staff from across the organization continue to work together to develop and implement approaches and strategies that have the potential to improve care for those in our sober living community.” About Westport HouseWestport House is a trusted provider of aftercare services for men. In fact, our clientele represents most of the US and parts of western Europe. We owe this to our reputation for quality, integrity, and an effective model of sober living that supports our client’s transition back to school, work, home – at the most critical stage of recovery – the day they leave inpatient treatment. For more information, please call us at 888.302.6790 and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you. ________ The post Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission was first posted on January 17, 2018 at 12:43 pm. ©2017 "Westport House". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Blogger Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission WESTPORT, Conn – January 17, 2018 – Westport House today announced its outpatient center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective care. The Westport House outpatient center underwent a rigorous onsite survey on October 31, 2017. During the review, compliance with behavioral health care standards related to several areas, including care, treatment, and services; environment of care; leadership; and screening procedures for the early detection of imminent harm was evaluated. Onsite observations and interviews also were conducted. “Westport House is pleased to receive Behavioral Health Care Accreditation from The Joint Commission, the premier health care quality improvement and accrediting body in the nation,” said Elizabeth Modugno, Clinical Director. “Staff from across the organization continue to work together to develop and implement approaches and strategies that have the potential to improve care for those in our sober living community.” About Westport HouseWestport House is a trusted provider of aftercare services for men. In fact, our clientele represents most of the US and parts of western Europe. We owe this to our reputation for quality, integrity, and an effective model of sober living that supports our client’s transition back to school, work, home – at the most critical stage of recovery – the day they leave inpatient treatment. For more information, please call us at 888.302.6790 and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you. ________ The post Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission appeared first on Westport House. Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission was first posted on January 17, 2018 at 12:43 pm. ©2017 “Westport House”. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Tumblr Westport House Outpatient Center Achieves Behavioral Healthcare Accreditation From The Joint Commission Is Suboxone Addictive?Suboxone is a medication used to treat opioid misuse and addiction and works by preventing withdrawal symptoms. It contains a combination of buprenorphineand Naloxone. Buprenorphine is similar to other opioids such as heroin, oxycodone. morphine, codeine and hydrocodone, but the euphoric effect is greatly diminished. Naloxone on the other hand actually blocks the effects of buprenorphine, but only when injected. If administered under the tongue it will not block the effects. Understanding the difference between addiction, physical dependence, and tolerance is helpful when asking a question regarding addiction. In many cases, they are confused as equivalents. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM), American Pain Society (APS), and the National Alliance of Advocates for Buprenorphine Treatment (NAABT) recognize the following currently accepted definitions. Addiction is a primary, chronic neurobiological disease, with genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors influencing its development and expressions. It is distinguished by behaviors that include one or more of the following: impaired control over substance use, compulsive use, continued use despite harm, negative consequences, and craving. Physical dependence is a state of adaptation that is manifested by a withdrawal syndrome that can be produced by abrupt cessation, rapid reduction of dose, decreased blood level, and administration of an antagonist. Tolerance is a state of adaptation in which exposure to a substance induces changes that result through reduction of one or more of the drug’s effects over time. So, essentially, by taking Suboxone the individual is not inevitably trading one addiction for the other’but trading one life-threatening situation for the inconvenience of taking a pill or an injection, which is a physical dependence. The physical dependence to opioids remains, but it can be medically-managed by addiction professionals. The post Is Suboxone Addictive? appeared first on Westport House. Is Suboxone Addictive? was first posted on December 22, 2017 at 3:17 pm. ©2017 “Westport House”. Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at [email protected] via Tumblr Is Suboxone Addictive? |
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