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What to Pack for Inpatient Sober Living in California

01.06.2024

What to Pack for Inpatient Sober Living in California

Preparing for inpatient sober living treatment may be something you have never done before. It may feel like you need to overpack, but there are definitely some items you won’t need during recovery. Some facilities are more strict than others, but you can always ask questions if you’re unsure. As a starting point, we’ve compiled our top packing essentials for inpatient treatment and sober living in sunny California. Clothing Items California is a warm climate, so you are going to need to

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Recognizing That It's Time for Addiction Treatment

29.05.2024

Recognizing That It’s Time for Addiction Treatment

Addiction treatment can be intimidating, but the phrase “the first step to recovery is admitting you need help” is as true as ever. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, recognizing that addiction treatment is needed is the beginning of a fresh, healthier lifestyle. Many will try to quit their drug and alcohol use on their own, which is often unsustainable and can be quite dangerous. Your recovery journey can start at any moment, and it all

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The Value in Different Alcohol Rehab Programs

24.05.2024

The Value in Different Alcohol Rehab Programs

Detoxing from alcohol can be difficult, and with your substance of choice being so easily available it can be hard to take initiative and get sober. An alcohol rehab center allows you to take yourself out of an alcohol environment, and focus on getting sober. An accredited alcohol rehab center can help you safely detox from alcohol, and then move to a rehab program that works best for your needs and lifestyle. To get the most value out of your

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Basics of Intensive Outpatient Treatment

21.05.2024

Basics of Intensive Outpatient Treatment

Intensive outpatient treatment is a wonderful addiction treatment option for individuals who have already undergone inpatient detox and treatment, and need additional support. Although the clients do not spend 24/7 within the treatment facility, they still spend enough time to get support and build the sober living strategies they need to succeed.  What is Intensive Outpatient Treatment? Participating in an intensive outpatient treatment program is not a light decision, it is a major step towards sobriety. Intensive outpatient treatment does not

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Staying Motivated During Sober Living; Sobriety Options

17.05.2024

Staying Motivated During Sober Living

Choosing to enter sober living can be an intimidating choice, but it’s a step towards a better future. One of the many things people in addiction recovery struggle with in sober living is staying motivated. The sober journey is not linear, and will have bright days and duller moments, but it’s important to keep your eyes set on your goals. We’ve laid out some of our best advice for staying motivated and on the right track during sober living. Take Control

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Questions to Ask Your Sobriety Center; Sobriety Options

15.05.2024

Questions to Ask Your Sobriety Center

Getting sober is a massive decision to make for anyone, and it comes with many unknowns. Before you enter a sobriety center, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure you can reach your full sobriety goals within the facility. Whether you’re inquiring for yourself or a loved one, it’s important that you do your due diligence when selecting a sobriety center. The choice to enter sober living treatment often comes in the wake of hitting “rock bottom,” and

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Best Alcohol Rehab Program

18.01.2024

How to Find the Best Alcohol Rehab Program

Alcohol is by far the most common substance of abuse in America for a wide variety of reasons. It’s legal, inexpensive, easy to obtain and its use is encouraged in our popular culture. Sobriety Options understands that while alcohol is legal, it is also one of the most dangerous substances of abuse we treat at our 7 different locations. Not only is alcohol abuse common, it’s also difficult to find a well-rounded alcohol rehab program

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Drug and Alcohol Detox Programs

11.01.2024

Drug and Alcohol Detox Programs: How to Find a Safe One

It can be hard to find the top drug and alcohol detox program near you. The top the substances of abuse that most drug and alcohol treatment facilities detox patients from are alcohol, opiates and benzodiazepines. The reasons why these are the top substances people need to detox from vary. For example, abruptly stopping alcohol consumption, opiate or benzodiazepine use can result in not only painful, disorienting side effects, it can also result in death. In one case of death

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