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Drug Rehab Palm Desert, California

Palm Desert, California is located in Riverside County. It is about fourteen miles from Palm Springs, California and one hundred and twenty two miles from Los Angeles. The 2010 census estimated the city's population to be 48,455 residents; an increase from the 2000 census estimates of 41,155 residents. A popular destination for "snowbirds" looking to escape from colder climates leads to an increased population of over 31,000 individuals each winter. In recent years, the city has seen more "full-time" residents relocate to Palm Desert due to the cities affordable and high-valued home prices. Local attractions in Palm Desert include the College of the Desert, Philip L. Boyd Deep Canyon Desert Research Center (a unit of the University of California Natural Reserve System), The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and McCallum Theatre. Palm Desert, California residents struggle with drug addiction and alcoholism issues just like other parts of the country. For these residents, there are a number of drug rehab programs available locally to help them overcome their substance abuse and addiction problem.

Types of Palm Desert, California Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Inpatient - Palm Desert, California has a number of effective inpatient drug rehab programs for residents to choose from. Inpatient drug rehab provides residents with either short-term or long-term care depending on the facility the individual chooses to attend. These types of rehabs are known for providing around the clock care as well as withdrawal and detoxification services.

Residential - Residential Palm Desert, California drug rehab programs offer the same effectiveness as inpatient programs but with a homier feel. Residents reside at the treatment center during their recovery and have access to staff around the clock. Similar to inpatient care, these types of programs are able to address even the most severe cases of drug addiction and alcoholism. Programs can be either short-term or long-term in treatment length depending on the program one chooses to attend.

Outpatient - While many residents initially consider outpatient drug rehab in Palm Desert, California - this type of treatment is not ideal for some scenarios. Because it is a more moderate level of care, residents will still live at home and have many hours of the day they need to maintain their sobriety on their own. Outpatient care is best suited for those who are not struggling with severe addiction issues and must maintain their daily life.

What Happens After Drug and Alcohol Treatment in Palm Desert, California?

After the resident has completed a drug rehab program they have a number of different options. They can choose to attend daily or weekly support groups, receive continued counseling after treatment, enroll in a sober living facility or simply return to their daily life. No matter what option the resident chooses, they should have a clear idea of their aftercare plan before they leave the drug rehab they have been enrolled in. Many programs work closely with the recent graduate to ensure their smooth transition back into daily life after drug rehab. Maintaining close contact with staff members at the facility one has recently completed treatment at will provide them with a sounding board for when life throws them a curve ball and they need advice.

Getting The Most Out Of Drug And Alcohol Rehabilitation in Palm Desert, CA.

It's essential that you do everything you can to enable your change from active drug use to being fully sober. Therefore, getting the most out of the addiction treatment process will be essential to the success of your recovery. Some suggestions in this regard that you may want to look at include, but are not limited to:

a) Follow Instructions

As much as you can, try to do all that the drug and alcohol treatment program in Palm Desert recommends and suggests. As an example, you may never have ridden on a horse but you may find that the equine therapy recommended by your advisors winds up being useful for you.

Furthermore, your counselor may ask that you start writing in a diary. In spite of the fact that you've not ever written in one in the past, try and heed this recommendation. Other proposals could include drawing pictures of your feelings, writing down your thinking processes, and more.

While some of these suggestions may first appear frivolous, the addiction specialists know what they are doing. Therefore, you could find that following through with their recommendations winds up being very effective for you. After a while, these tools might even help you sharpen and cultivate your resolutionto live free of addiction.

b) Stay in Treatment

Irrespective of how you feel, you should ensure that you remain in rehab and see the substance abuse treatment through to the end. Your addiction and substance use issue may make you afraid of feelings and emotions - and you could be unprepared to deal with them.

As you talk with your therapist, you will ultimately comprehend why you became an addict to better deal with your emotions and feelings. You will also get to go through some uncomfortable places.

Provided that you never throw in the towel, and understand that this is just part of a larger, more extensive process, you will be better equipped to stay in treatment. Once the difficult aspects of rehabilitation pass, you may eventually reach the end of your journey - full recovery and sobriety.

As an added bonus, you might even begin having some good feelings. For instance, most people with addictions report feeling physically and psychologically improved after undergoing detox and the first few stages of treatment.

Although at this juncture you might think that you are rehabilitated and ready to go back to your life, you should still stay with the prescribed treatment program. In addition to the above-mentioned negative feelings, this pink cloud of health also tends to be short-lived.

c) Capitalize on Rehabilitation

Substance abuse treatment centers in Palm Desert give you a safety net where you won't be under the influence of your children, spouse, boss, or parents - and anyone else. Meaning that you no longer have to worry about handling their expectations.

Alternatively, the facility will supply you with every basic need and construct a supportive community around you. Also, you will be away from the bars and drug dealers you are used to meeting on a daily basis.

Instead, you will be in good company, and surrounded by fellow addicts and addiction specialists who genuinely care. Consequently, you should not squander this gift or allow it go to waste.

Use this time selfishly to focus on you, your problems, and what you have to do to conquer the addiction and substance abuse disorders that have been plaguing your life. One of the greatest gifts you will get from drug and alcohol treatment will be the safety and security of the facility itself.

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6 treatment listings in or near Palm Desert, California:

AA Meetings in Palm Desert:

  • Twilight Step Study
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Tuesday - 5:30 PM
  • New Beginnings
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Monday - 10:00 AM
  • Feelings & Solutions
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Wednesday - 10:00 AM
  • Daily Reprieve
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Monday - 5:30 AM
    Thursday - 5:30 AM
    Saturday - 5:30 AM
    Tuesday - 5:30 AM
    Friday - 5:30 AM
    Wednesday - 5:30 AM
  • Mens Stag
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Tuesday - 8:00 PM
  • Candle Light Meditation Group
    45-630 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92211

    Tuesday - 6:30 PM
  • Serenity Group
    Back Of Westfield Mall Highway 111
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Sunday - 9:00 AM
  • Meditation Meeting
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Monday - 6:00 PM
  • Santa Rosa Group
    45940 Portola Ave
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Monday - 8:00 PM

NA meetings in Palm Desert:

  • Saint Margarets Episcopal Church
    47535 Highway 74
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Thursday - 8:00 PM
  • Palm Desert Country Club
    Avenue Of The States
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Friday - 7:00 PM
  • Community Center
    45850 Portola Avenue
    Palm Desert, CA. 92260

    Monday - 7:00 PM
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