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We believe that addiction is a complex process that
develops within the context of an individual's family environment -
an environment which affects and is affected by the addiction. As a
result, there are consequences for the mind, body, spirit and family
functioning. We acknowledge, therefore, that addiction summons the
need for integration among the physical, psychological, social and
spiritual dimensions, like so many other human obstacles.
We believe that all individuals have the capacity to change in a
treatment environment where change is encouraged, supported and
modeled. In addition, the environment must offer the
individual emotional and physical safety, a feeling of shared
struggle and hope, a sense of belonging and community, and respect
for individual and family needs.
All of our treatment interventions provide for a comprehensive
continuum of care whereby the individual and family are encouraged
to become therapeutic partners in the recovery process. Our
treatment approach provides structure, healthy expectations, a
respect for diversity, congruency between values and actions, a
feeling of growth and a sense of joy in recovery.
We are committed to achieving the highest possible standards of
care in each and every service provided by our organization and we
participate in a continuous cycle of program evaluation,
self-examination and improvement.
We believe that staff can and should serve as role models for
clients. Therefore, we encourage staff to remain committed to their
own professional development and personal well being, incorporating
self-care and healthy living into their own lives.
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