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Christopher House |
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TCN is proud to operate Christopher House,
a 16-bed facility where residents participate in
a Chemical Dependency Treatment Program based upon individual need but typically runs
up to 60 days. Potential
clients should attend one of TCN'sAOD Walk-In Clinicswhere eligibility will be
determined. Christopher House is open to men over the age of 18 who need an intensive
residential program to address their alcohol and/or chemical addiction. We specialize
in clients who are dual-diagnosed (mental illness and chemical dependency).
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The Program
Christopher House uses an eclectic approach to alcohol and drug treatment employing a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Reality Therapy, and elements of the 12-step Recovery Model. Clients are exposed to the local recovery community through 12-step meeting attendance as well as a variety of other therapeutic activities. Residents work through a level system including Orientation, Admission, Level 1, and Level 2, and are eligible for different privileges as they progress.
Christopher House programs include:
- Coping Skills Development
- Opiod Dependence Treatment using Suboxone
- Psychiatry/ psychiatric assessment
- Mental Health Counseling
- Relapse Prevention Education
- Family Education Group
- Access to GED education classes
- Case Management
- Therapeutic Recreational Outings
- Basic Life Skills Training
- Parenting Classes
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After Graduation
Twelve weeks of Aftercare are recommended following Christopher House graduation.
Each client will undergo a gradual step-down in services, which will be determined
on an individual basis. Close monitoring of each client is provided to ensure he
has stable employment, appropriate housing and a strong, sober support system within
the community.
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Maintaining Recovery
TCN is pleased to offer additional services to help Christopher House graduates
maintain their recovery. Our 24-Hour Crisis Hotline is available 365 days a year.
TCN provides Case Management, administers Urine Drug Screens and works collaboratively
with our client's referral source. TCN offers Individual and Group Counseling as
well as Psychiatric Services. Individual apartments are available to Christopher
House graduates who may need a safe, stable environment as they start independent
and sober lives |
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