At East Coast Recovery Center, we consider aftercare a safety net for those in addiction recovery. It guides each individual through life’s ups and downs without resorting to substance use. With our comprehensive aftercare treatment program in Massachusetts, we aim to provide the right tools for each client’s long-lasting sobriety. We believe that, with guidance, anyone can enjoy a fulfilling, healthy life.
Aftercare treatment, or continuing care, refers to services for individuals who have completed an initial substance abuse treatment program. It helps individuals ease back into their daily lives and maintain the progress made during previous treatments.
One study found that more than half of those with substance use disorders relapse after addiction treatment. Research indicates many relapses result because of a lack of extra support systems after treatment. Therefore, aftercare is a crucial next step after inpatient or residential care. It also acts as a resourceful complement to outpatient services.
For anyone uncertain whether aftercare is a good fit, some indicators include:
Struggling to maintain sobriety after leaving treatment
Difficulties making healthy decisions or sticking with their relapse plan
Desiring to feel confident and supported during risky situations
Feeling isolated in their recovery process
Wanting to stay accountable and engaged
At East Coast Recovery, our aftercare for addiction treatment embraces the unique journeys of each client. Our program strives to meet our clients’ needs, helping them navigate everyday difficulties. We don’t dismiss or forget about past clients. Instead, we help ensure each client is prepared and supported for long-term recovery.
We welcome each client into our extended recovery family. Our aftercare program provides structured recovery guidance through our various partnerships. This includes local outpatient programs, sober living homes, private practices, support meetings, and more.
Each aftercare treatment plan is customizable. For instance, clients who struggle with sobriety around the holidays can increase their therapy sessions for extra help. Our dedicated case managers meet with each client to find the best aftercare plan. They address specific client challenges and goals to ensure the appropriate level of recovery support.
Being part-time, our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is considered aftercare treatment. Clients can transition out of a higher level of care into our IOP program, or we can connect them with centers that are local to them. Tailoring also extends to care for particular diagnoses. We can connect individuals with co-occurring disorders with local psychiatrists, primary care providers, and other resources that can provide long-term support.
Our aftercare program is extensive and includes:
At East Coast, we focus on a strong support system to help clients thrive. Every client who completes our addiction treatment program can join the East Coast Recovery Alum Community. We host regular reunions, events, outings, and psychoeducation classes in and around Cohasset, MA.
Our comprehensive aftercare program combines aspects for a well-rounded approach to sustained recovery. Here are some of the key elements included:
Ongoing individual counseling sessions provide clients with a safe and supportive environment to discuss their challenges and goals. We connect clients to outside therapists once they are discharged from us. This allows each individual to continue to look at their progress, encouraging them to acknowledge how far they’ve come.
We can connect clients with outpatient centers, therapists, psychiatrists, and other private practices. This helps individuals discover who they are after treatment and overcome new challenges.
Regular attendance at support group meetings is highly encouraged as part of our aftercare program. These meetings allow clients to share experiences, gain insight, and receive emotional support. Accountability is a key aspect of aftercare, as individuals in recovery groups are supportive and tend to notice when someone stops attending meetings. The sense of community in these meetings helps encourage accountability.
We offer in-person and virtual group meetings to accommodate our clients’ needs. This allows alums to share stories about their life post-treatment and what they’ve found to be successful. It also promotes support for each client to tackle new stressors together, minimizing feelings of isolation.
Our team collaborates to spot possible roadblocks and develop coping methods to manage cravings and high-risk situations. We also teach clients to recognize warning signs and implement relapse prevention techniques.
Our relapse prevention plans are thorough and tailor-made. It involves identifying cautionary signs like:
Our addiction specialists meet with clients to update their aftercare treatment plans accordingly. This can involve new strategies, skills, and measures to counter triggers, cravings, or risky situations.
Participating in our aftercare program includes many benefits for a successful recovery journey. Some of these include:
The primary goal of our aftercare program is to support our clients in maintaining their sobriety and overall well-being. By providing ongoing guidance, we aim to empower individuals to make positive choices and develop healthy habits. This can dramatically improve sleep, energy, mental clarity, and general quality of life.
Through our aftercare program, clients can adopt strategies for managing stress, triggers, and cravings. With better coping skills, clients can try new pursuits and meaningful hobbies. This may include a new job, school, volunteerism, caretaking, writing, painting, exercising, and more.
Family members can join their loved one’s aftercare program and review their progress. To build understanding, family members can also:
We also encourage human connection through community-based therapies such as a 12-step program. At East Coast, we pair with local community coalitions, like Safe Harbor Cohasset Coalition, and on-site Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Through community support, individuals can build coping skills to make daily struggles manageable.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional aftercare services to support clients’ lasting recovery. Some of the reasons why we could be a great fit for aftercare support include:
Our aftercare program is led by a team of experienced professionals with qualifications like LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). We also ensure tailored care with our LADAC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor) team members.
With extensive specialized knowledge in substance abuse aftercare, our team offers high-quality assistance. East Coast also holds accreditations in BSAS (state of MA) and JCOA. This highlights our commitment to the best standards for addiction and mental health treatment. Many of our team members are professionals who are in recovery themselves and bring their own life experiences and successes with addiction to East Coast Recovery.
We recognize the diverse path each client faces during recovery. Therefore, we offer tailored care plans. Each client should feel heard and cared for through our comprehensive aftercare for drug treatment. Because of this, we factor in the unique challenges and goals of each client.
With the right tools, it’s possible to achieve sobriety that lasts a lifetime. One method might work for one client and not the next. Through our diligent assessments and attention to each client, every aftercare plan will ensure only the most relevant treatments are used.
Recovery doesn’t end when treatment does. This can be an overwhelming idea. Luckily, with East Coast Recovery Center, you or your loved one don’t have to take it on alone. Our aftercare program offers the help and resources for long-lasting sobriety and success.
We hope to bring peace to those struggling with drug or alcohol addictions. Our facility is located around 40 minutes outside of Boston in picturesque Cohasset, Massachusetts, surrounded by beautiful nearby beaches. If you or your loved one is ready, this can be where your ongoing healing can take place. Take the plunge—Contact us at (617) 390-8349 and enroll in our aftercare program or visit our website.
We are also happy to answer any questions, so feel free to call now for assistance. Through caring guidance, we can help ease your mind so you can make an informed decision about which aftercare treatment is most suitable.
For a deeper understanding of addiction and aftercare treatment services, we’ve compiled a list of valuable resources:
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The duration of our aftercare program shifts based on individual needs and progress. Some clients may need more extended support, while others might need more mild care. Rest assured; our team will work with you to determine the optimal duration.
At East Coast, we accept most major insurance providers. This includes Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and MedCost. Our team can help verify your insurance benefits, identifying the available coverage. We can also work with you to establish a payment plan that suits your financial circumstances.
Absolutely! Our aftercare program is open to individuals who have completed treatment at other facilities. We understand that continuing care is ideal for maintaining recovery. So, we welcome anyone committed to their sobriety journey.
At East Coast, aftercare treatment involves a comprehensive range of support services. This includes individual and group therapy, relapse prevention education, medication management (if applicable), and community resources. Treatment depends on individual needs and goals.
Don’t worry if you or your loved one can’t attend our in-person aftercare program. We offer a virtual alternative. This includes online counseling sessions, virtual support group meetings, and access to remote resources to aid your recovery journey.
