People often ask, “What inpatient treatment centre should I choose?” “Is my problem bad enough to admit myself into a residential facility?” If you have been asking yourself these questions, this informative article is for you.
Inpatient is one of the few phases of rehab treatment available. While there are many different types of addiction treatment to choose from, there are some factors to take into consideration beforeengaging in treatment.
It’s normal to feel this way; we are here to put your mind at ease. Below is everything you need to know about an inpatient facility and what the Changes Addiction Rehab inpatient program entails.
What is Inpatient Treatment?
Staying at an inpatient facility for drug and alcohol abuse is where you’ll get the most intense level of care.
Staying at an inpatient treatment centre will grant you the necessary time and space to benefit from clinical expertise to help you recover, which can help discover the underlying causes and conditions of your addiction and teach you how to take responsibility for your recovery.
A detox phase will be implemented immediately after admission to ensure your safety and participation in the program as soon as possible.
Changes Addiction Rehab has a skilled clinical team that will attend to your loved ones’ needs and help them recover.
Our fully licensed and registered rehab centres have the full complement of multidisciplinary teams that most medical aids pay for. Call us today to find out how we can help.
Our multidisciplinary clinical team includes;
- Psychiatrists
- Psychologists
- Occupational Therapists
- Social Workers
- Medical Doctors
- Registered Counsellors
- Addiction Counsellors
- Nurses
- Recovery Assistants
- 27/4 supervised care
How Do Inpatient And Detox Work Together?
Inpatient treatment is recommended for patients with severe substance use disorders (SUD) and Alcohol Use Disorders (AUD). These patients are vulnerable, suffer withdrawal symptoms, and need medical intervention for detox.
Inpatient treatment usually lasts between 21-28 days; the first phase is a medically supervised detoxification. Detox is the process where medication is substituted for the addictive drug. This medication mimics the effect of the addictive drugs, allowing the medical team to wean patients off the drugs of abuse safely.
Our 24-hour nurses closely monitor patients to ensure their comfort during detox.
What Does The Inpatient Program Changes Look Like?
There is a method behind the structure at inpatient treatment facilities, and it is essential to trust the staff and the clinical team, knowing we have your best interests at heart.
We have developed and implemented a holistic approach to our therapeutic process, covering all body, mind, and spirit spheres. We understand that addiction is complex and cannot be treated primarily on its own.
The therapeutic day starts early in the morning and runs until early evening. The activities included in the program are listed below, accompanied by descriptions of each.
Group Therapy
Group therapy occurs when more than one client works with a therapist. At Changes, our group therapy sessions are held in a circle with all the inpatients present and two to three clinical staff members.
This highly effective therapy method is an essential element in the therapeutic process. Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy and a therapeutic form of communication between therapists and clients.
Depending on the number of individuals currently residing in the inpatient facility, group therapy can sometimes involve many people, so it is crucial to abide by the rules that are read out before the group is started.
These rules include the following;
- Using “I” statements instead of “We,” “You,” and “Us.” This encourages patients to reflect on their situations and prevent generalisation.
- Being Specific.
- There is no exclusivity between members – this can prevent patients from being vulnerable.
- No racist, bigoted, or harmful remarks or statements can be made whatsoever.
- No eating/drinking.
- Patients are encouraged to be honest, open, and vulnerable.
Benefits of Group Therapy;
- Patients can serve as role models for each other.
- Being vulnerable in front of others builds courage.
- Patients can identify with others, removing that feeling of “separateness.”
- Continual support from the community.
- Group therapy helps individuals find their voice.
Individual Counselling
Individuals admitted to our inpatient facility will attend one-on-one counselling with allocated counsellors. Private sessions are essential as they allow the patient to share specific details about their life that they may feel too uncomfortable sharing during the group process.
Unpacking trauma and challenges in therapy accelerates the recovery process; counsellors are equipped with therapeutic approaches and tools to help clients better understand their situation and how to change and adapt to their new way of life.
Changes incorporate different counselling modalities, such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- Individual Occupational Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Family Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is one of our core therapeutic modalities; patients on medical aid schemes covering OT will have individual sessions.
Our facility incorporates an occupational therapy group session once a week where all the inpatients engage in a shared activity.
Yoga Classes And Daily Walks
Our therapeutic modalities are interdependent, which is why they share similarities. Yoga has the common themes of mindfulness and self-awareness, which coincide with the self-reflection from working through the steps.
Yoga classes happen once a week during the therapeutic day.
While practising yoga, patients become attuned to their bodies, consciously becoming aware of how they are feeling and experiencing their emotions and physical sensations in a nonjudgemental manner.
Observing emotions and turning energy inward allows individuals to take ownership of their experiences, feelings, and subsequent actions. This process builds self-esteem and self-confidence as individuals begin to trust themselves again.
Mini Groups
Mini Groups are a more intimate form of group therapy. Counsellors split the inpatients into smaller groups and select individuals to be put on the “hot seat.” These hot seat groups must be monitored by trained addiction professionals.
The person chosen will have questions related to their therapeutic process directed toward them; the members of their group are encouraged to help the chosen person be vulnerable and honest.
This process is a fantastic way for individuals to practice vulnerability and gain trust within their community. Smaller groups are less intimidating than larger group therapy sessions; if a person struggles to share in the larger groups, mini groups are a perfect opportunity to begin finding their voice.
How Do I Know If I Need Inpatient Treatment?
As mentioned above, inpatient is the highest level of rehab treatment and is suitable for persons suffering from severe cases of substance use disorders. If you find that you can relate to any of the following behavioural symptoms associated with addiction, you may need inpatient rehab.
Listed below are the diagnostic criteria taken from the DSM-5 for substance use disorders:
- Taking the substance in more significant amounts than what is required or prescribed.
- Wanting to cut down but failing to do so.
- Uncontrollable urges and cravings to use the substance.
- Spending abnormal amounts of time getting, using, craving, and recovering from a substance and repeating the cycle.
- Not managing to perform or complete tasks because of substance use.
- Continuing to use substances even when negative consequences are present.
- Not managing to perform or work at school.
- Continually using the substance, even when it puts others at risk.
- More of the substance is needed to achieve the desired effect.
- Giving up on recreational activities and withdrawing socially.
- Continually using substances even though you are aware you have physiological. Or physical problems that could be made worse by substance abuse.
If an individual is not physically addicted, has some level of functionality, holds down a job, and attends studies, then outpatient may suit their needs.
What Are The Costs Of An Inpatient Rehabilitation Centre?
The cost and duration of your stay depend on your medical aid and scheme. Changes offers 21- 28-day inpatient programs, including a detox phase.
We partnered with multiple medical aid health providers to cover as many individuals as possible.
These healthcare providers include;
- Discovery
- Bonitas
- Gems
- Polmed
- Momentum
- Bankmed
- Medihelp
- LAhealth
- Bestmed
- Medshield
- Fedhealth
- Sizwe Hosmed
How Do I Start The Admission Process For Changes Addiction Rehab?
Firstly, you’ll have to call our direct line, where you will be directed to our admissions department. The admissions team will guide you step by step through the intake process into our facility; once they have all the necessary information, you will be given directions to our inpatient facility, where you can arrive for your formal admissions process.
We will need the following information and necessary items on you when you arrive:
- ID
- Medical aid card
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by one of your recovery assistants, who will guide you through signing your admissions forms. We will open an inpatient file and keep a copy of your ID, medical Aid card, and the admissions forms you will sign upon arrival.
After that is completed, your electronics and precious belongings will be kept safe for your stay. Your bags will be searched, and a drug test will be performed.
Finally, you will be taken to go and meet your peers.
Conclusion
To conclude, inpatient treatment might sound overwhelming, but it will surely be a life-changing experience if you are open-minded and surrender to the therapeutic process of our inpatient program.
At Changes Addiction Rehab, our integrated approach to treating addiction offers our patients a good chance at success for long-term recovery. The different therapeutic modalities, combined with the detoxification process, are paramount for individuals who are suffering from severe substance use disorders.
Contact us today to book an appointment at our inpatient treatment facility.
FAQS
What Happens If I Don’t Complete The Duration Of My Stay?
You are under no obligation to stay at Changes Addiction Rehab against your own will; you are welcome to leave whenever you choose, although we always encourage our patients to complete the duration of their stay.
If you ultimately decide to terminate your treatment early, you will be asked to sign an RHT form (refuse hospital treatment) and then will be given back your belongings from the safe.
I Don’t Want My Family To Know I am In Rehab. Can My Stay Be Confidential?
You control who is on your consent list. We cannot disclose your process to anyone you have not consented to.
What Are The Benefits Of Inpatient Treatment?
Inpatient rehab provides a safe environment, community support, and medically assisted detoxification to people who suffer from substance use disorders. The chances of long-term recovery are significantly increased if an individual stays at an inpatient facility.
Can I Be Cured From My Addiction?
Substance use disorders are chronic diseases and cannot be cured; however, they can be managed successfully through different therapeutic approaches and the 12-step program.
It is up to you to continuously monitor your disease and apply the tools given to you so you may live a happy and successful life.
