Recovery from a substance use disorder is a lifelong commitment, and ensuring you have meaningful support following a rehab program is critical. The transition from an inpatient or outpatient treatment program back to everyday life can be tricky to navigate. Returning to routines as someone new to sobriety requires strength and a plan for support. Most rehab programs offer a transitional living opportunity to ease back into everyday life, as well as continued aftercare services. The aftercare program at Santé Center for Healing is a great source of support from peers who are going through similar experiences. Aftercare provides opportunities to practice coping techniques in a safe environment, learn from others, and share your own experiences.
Life After Rehab
Life after rehab is full of challenges, but with the right support, every person can be successful in their recovery. As part of treatment, a therapeutic team will work with you on a relapse prevention plan to guide you as you transition from a treatment program out into the world.
Key things to address in a relapse prevention plan are:
- Triggers: Identifying them and what coping techniques to use when they arise
- Counseling: Understanding what therapy options are available to you
- Sober support: Developing a group of people who support your new sober lifestyle
- Purpose: Keeping busy with constructive activities that help build a healthy life
However, even the best-laid plans can go off course. So, moving into a transitional living program following treatment can be wise before deciding to live completely independently, without structured support. Transitional living allows you to test drive sobriety in a supported environment. You can put newly learned skills and coping techniques into play to see how they work and what you might adjust or need additional guidance on, before you put them into place on your own.
This is an excellent decision for people without family or friends who support a sober lifestyle. It can be easy to get pulled back into habits that you fought hard to rid yourself of. Setting yourself up for success means having a plan for aftercare. The Santé Center for Healing can help.
The importance of an aftercare program for substance abuse
Research shows that the longer a client can engage in some form of treatment, the greater success they will have in their recovery and in avoiding relapse. The transitional living program at Santé Center for Healing is a structured live-in program with an independent apartment-style model. It allows you to transition from rehab to everyday life in an easier—and more supportive way. Having people with whom you can bond and share sober social activities is instrumental to long-term sobriety.
A strong alumni network like the one at Santé Center for Healing can also equip new clients with skills they may need for their new lives, including financial, educational, and professional skills.
Schedule a tour of the aftercare program at Santé Center for Healing today
Treatment for a substance use disorder sets the stage for lifelong recovery. However, once a client leaves rehab, they can struggle without significant support. Life outside of treatment can present hurdles that may only be overcome by knowing there are people in the stands, cheering you on.
For more information on our continuum of care, call Santé Center for Healing at 866.238.3154 or submit our online form, and a member of our team will reach out.
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