It can be so heartbreaking when you or someone you care about has difficulties with alcohol or drug use, that you don’t know how to help. Fortunately long term recovery can be achieved if you make use of proven rehabilitation strategies because addiction is a treatable disease.
We will explain how recovery from addiction is achievable for you or a loved one if an integrated treatment method is utilized.
What is Addiction Rehab (Rehabilitation)?
When we speak about addiction ‘rehabilitation’, we refer to the combination of medical and therapeutic treatments applied to resolve dependencies on prescription drugs, recreational and illegal substances. Rehab treatment is more effective when it is tailored to suit your unique lifestyle and incorporates a medically-managed detox, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as aftercare support.
Facts & Statistics about Addiction in San Buenaventura
Prevalence of Substance Use Disorder, by Drug Type
(IN THOUSANDS)
- 2,7578.5%Any Substance
- 2,0886.4%Alcohol
- 1,0683.3%Ilicit Drugs
- 2060.6%Pain Medication
Drug- and Alcohol-Induced Deaths by Age Group, California, 2016
- Alcohol-Induced
- Drug-Induced
- 18 to 250.5
- 9.6
- 26 to 354.3
- 13.9
- 36 to 6424.2
- 22.9
- 65+23.7
- 9.4
Drug Use, by Selected Type and Age Group California, 2015 to 2016
- 12 to 17
- 18 to 25
- 26+
- Marijuana*13.2%
- 34.0%
- 13.5%
- Misuse of Pain Medications3.5%
- 8.0%
- 4.3%
- Cocaine0.8%
- 7.2%
- 1.8%
- Heroin0%
- 0.4%
- 0.2%
What are the treatment options available in San Buenaventura?
Integrated treatment is typically the best manner in which to overcome the root causes of alcohol and drug use disorders. Symptoms of addiction should be treated but building new life skills empowers you to face the problems that caused your drug or alcohol addiction.
Private Residential Programs
Residential treatment programs require you to stay at the rehab center and have your treatments on-site. The main benefit is being able to have holistic support and treatment throughout the day.
When you leave your home and move into a treatment facility, you can free yourself from exposure to triggers that influenced your decision to abuse drugs or alcohol.
If you reside in a safe and supportive environment you can protect yourself from relapse and improve the chances of finishing your addiction treatment program. Clients who struggle with dual diagnosis, co-occurring disorders and severe substance dependencies are encouraged to enroll for an inpatient treatment program. We know that the first few months of recovery are usually crucial and after a residential rehab program, you need to stay focused so that you can maintain your sobriety. On completion of your residential treatment program, you will transition towards further independence as you consider your goals for your new life.
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Sober Living Programs
You can develop the skills required to stay sober by participating in a sober living program, which will guide you through the early stages of recovery. This will be done by:
- A house manager checking in on you every day
- Establishing boundaries for positive behavior in recovery
- Receiving support and companionship from others in recovery who have similar challenges
Outpatient Programs
The flexible approach to outpatient programs means that you do not have to stop work or participating in family commitments, as you can come to the treatment facility and have regular treatments at your own pace.
Outpatient programs usually provide you with:
- Education on abusing drugs
- Group therapy and individual counseling as vehicles for addiction recovery – You should be enrolled in an outpatient program for a minimum of three months, and may remain in it for a year if necessary.
Detox Only Programs
By going through a medical detox you can eliminate the substance from your body with safety in mind and put an end to to physical dependence. Symptoms of withdrawal will appear during detox because your body begins to stabilize without the substance it was physically dependent on. With the detoxification phase drawing to an end, you will press forward in your rehab journey, as you begin addressing the main causes for your dependency, helping you cope and avoid it in the future.
Many drugs drive symptoms of withdrawal and cravings for a period of time after they have been eliminated from your system. During rehabilitative therapy you will work on the coping skills for long-term recovery, so that you can avoid relapse in the future.
Paying for Private Treatment
The private rehab costs may be claimed back through your insurance policy or funded through your own personal means. The good news is that most health insurance providers will cover at least some of your rehab program, such as detox, rehab therapy, medicines and aftercare support. Your provider’s terms and conditions will determine how much cover you can claim for.
You should identify how much cover you can claim against prior to registering for a rehab program. Check out our Verify Your Insurance page to learn more about the cover you qualify for. If you do not claim against your insurance provider you must pay for your rehab treatment. Many treatment facilities provide payment plans to clients who can then spread the cost over a period of time.
State Funded Programs
If you are suffering with substance or alcohol dependency and have no financial means to enter private rehab, you might be suitable for a state-funded rehabilitation program. Assistance can be provided with funds allocated from Medicaid and state/federal budgets, state-funded programs can subsidize your recovery with:
- Medical detoxes
- Rehab treatments including relapse prevention programs
State-funded rehab programs are designed to support those with little disposable income or those with no health insurance. In order to enroll you need:
- Proof of your financial situation
- Proof of residence
- Your medical records regarding your addiction
- Proof of legal US residence
Click here to learn more about the application process. You can also download this file to find contact details for your state agency.
The following state-funded addiction rehab programs is available in San Buenaventura:
Genesis Programs Inc Ventura
1732 Palma Drive, Suite 208, Ventura, CA 93003
805-650-3094
www.genesisprograms.com-
Ventura Cnty Behav Hlth SU Servs The Ventura Center
5850 Thille Street, Suite 205, Ventura, CA 93003
805-652-6919
vcbh.org/ -
Changing Tides Treatment LLC Outpatient Program
2021 Sperry Avenue, Suite 18, Ventura, CA 93003
805-660-0341
changingtidesaddictiontreatment.com
Maintaining Addiction Recovery in San Buenaventura
Remaining active in addiction recovery can feel a challenge once you return to life outside of rehab. When you were in rehab the environment was controlled and you had support from professionals. As you adjust to life after rehab it is very likely that you will find yourself in situations that you still need to learn to address. Long term sobriety is more difficult to maintain when you have had a severe dependency and do not have social support when you leave rehab. Guidance and aftercare support is integral in the early stages of recovery to help prevent relapse.
The following AA/NA meetings are available in San Buenaventura:
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
5 To Life Group, Discussion/Participation and Open:
38 Teloma Drive, Ventura, CA, 93001
Thursday: 7:00 pm
https://www.drugstrategies.org/-
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Open Mind Group, Discussion/Participation and Open:
1338 Santa Clara Street, Ventura, CA, 93001
Monday: 7:30 PM
https://www.drugstrategies.org/ -
MEETING PLACE
Clean & Free Group, Discussion/Participation and Open:
144 South C Street, Oxnard, CA, 93030
Friday: 7:30 pm
https://www.drugstrategies.org/
Aftercare & Alumni Programs
Aftercare programs provide extended support to you when you leave the rehab center. As many as 60% of clients in recovery will relapse because of the unpredictable life challenges, so enrolling in relapse prevention and after services can improve your chance of staying sober. Once you approach the end of your rehab program, you will discuss the treatment services most beneficial to your long-term sobriety, and a relapse prevention package will be implemented to help you sustain it.
One great benefit of finishing rehab is taking part in an alumni community program, where you will be able to liaise with former clients and staff as part of a recovery community. This useful network gives you access to our Alumni events, which includes ongoing support and companionship from other members in recovery. You may choose to pay the favor forward, by offering your support to other ex-clients who are in the same boat.
Support Groups (Fellowship Meetings)
Through support group events you can enable a support structure that is conducive to your long-term sobriety. To maintain addiction recovery, will receive long-term recovery support if you participate in groups like Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous go to any 12-step meetings. During local meetings, you will share and listen to experiences. Many individuals in recovery attend local meetings to support them in their recovery journey. Support groups provide them with the necessary tools tools to stay away from substances, and allow them to be accountable for their life.
Support for Families & Children Affected by Addiction
The whole family is impacted by a loved one struggling with addiction, and some to a greater extent than others. The person with the dependency needs support, but other members of the family need support and guidance too. Participating in a family support group can help you to cope better, as well as encourage you in providing greater support to the person with the dependency. Some Family and Child Support Groups include:
- Parents of Addicted Loved Ones
- SMART Recovery Family & Friends
- NAMI Family Support Groups
- Al-Anon
- Families Anonymous
- Alateen
- Nar-Anon
