Don’t waste your time and money on the wrong drug rehab or treatment program!

That’s about as far as a cry I give!  Some Drug Rehabs flat out aren’t worth the money.  Remember, choosing a great drug rehab or alcohol rehab is just like making any other decision in life-  ”Here’s my problem.  What’s the best way to change this?”  You wouldn’t (or most wouldn’t) take a car into a shop and invest the money into temporarily fixing the problem.  The same thought process must apply to recovery as well.

Choosing the best form of treatment may not look or feel like as you may have hoped or imagined.  Believe it or not, there are sober livings that offer more structure, support and proper care than some drug rehabilitation programs.  It’s important to ask yourself, “Am I looking for what is appealing or convenient to me, or am I looking for something which ultimately offers the best chance for my success? “ 

Determining which program may offer you the best chance of success isn’t difficult.  A couple things to inquire about would be success rates, amount of individuals that have obtained long-term sobriety, the turn over rate among residents and how many people have returned for second or third go-arounds at treatment.  ASK THESE QUESTIONS!!!

Dealing with addiction or alcoholism is not the same as dealing with the flu or a common cold.  Addicts are addicts, and though science is still attempting to work out a successful “wonder drug,” it hasn’t.  Addiction doesn’t come and go in waves, it stays with us always.  The most successful form of treatment is one that sticks with you.

Visit Los Angeles Sober Livings (LA-SL.com)

Los Angeles Sober Livings (LA-SL.com) is not resource guide to sober livings in the Los Angeles area. As many of you are  aware, sober livings and treatment programs can impact one’s commitment towards recovery as well as provide a safe environment to new members to achieve sobriety. Sober livings act as a great form of aftercare to those just leaving drug rehabs increase the chances of continued success. The problem is,which sober living should you choose for yourself or a loved one?

Finding the treatment program can be an overwhelming process which our staff has experienced themselves. Before making a decision, it’s important to know the types of treatment offered and how they can benefit you. LA-SL also offers definitions of various forms of treatment and recovery terms, daily reflections and the heart-wrenching video for parents, “A Mother’s Letter.”