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Day Program for Older Adults
Older adults are at a high risk for the consequences of addiction owing to changes related to aging, multiple medications, loss, isolation and chronic illness. Consequences include delirium, suicide, memory loss, falls and fractures and damaged relationships.
The Retreat's time-tested approach has helped thousands of individuals establish a solid foundation of recovery, grounded in the spiritual principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. We introduce people who are motivated for change to those who are living recovery at the highest level. By creating a supportive, integrated community, the Day Program for Older Adults:
Older adults are at a high risk for the consequences of addiction owing to changes related to aging, multiple medications, loss, isolation and chronic illness. Consequences include delirium, suicide, memory loss, falls and fractures and damaged relationships.
The Retreat's time-tested approach has helped thousands of individuals establish a solid foundation of recovery, grounded in the spiritual principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. We introduce people who are motivated for change to those who are living recovery at the highest level. By creating a supportive, integrated community, the Day Program for Older Adults:
- Promotes emotional and spiritual growth for adults 60 and up
- Creates a bridge to the recovery community and to other resources
- Provides a supportive context for addressing major life issues
- Employs a holistic, age-specific approach that removes barriers and establishes social connectedness
Schedule
Eight (8) weeks
Mondays and Wednesdays
9:00am - 3:00pm
Program cost: $1,500 (includes lunch)
To begin the registration process, participants complete a confidential screening with Retreat staff to determine appropriateness for Retreat services. Applicants not qualified are given assistance and referrals for alternative program placement. The Retreat is not a replacement for medical treatment. We do not serve people who need a clinical treatment experience.
Admission requirements:
Eight (8) weeks
Mondays and Wednesdays
9:00am - 3:00pm
Program cost: $1,500 (includes lunch)
To begin the registration process, participants complete a confidential screening with Retreat staff to determine appropriateness for Retreat services. Applicants not qualified are given assistance and referrals for alternative program placement. The Retreat is not a replacement for medical treatment. We do not serve people who need a clinical treatment experience.
Admission requirements:
- 50 years of age or older
- Willing and motivated to participate in the program
- Seeking recovery from alcohol or drug dependence
- Sober and drug free
- Psychologically and medically stable
- Aware that The Retreat is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical treatment or detoxification