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Q. What if the person with the problem
doesn’t want to get help?
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A. Call and discuss the situation with
our Intake Counselor. Suggestions and information can be given
that you can use when presenting the idea of treatment to the
alcoholic or addict. Our coordinator can also recommend an
interventionist to help facilitate. An intervention will bring
family and friends together to confront the alcoholic or addict with
their concerns. An interventionist can provide insight into the
progression of untreated alcoholism and other drug dependency and
will coordinate admission of the alcoholic or addict into treatment. |
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Q.
How does detox work? |
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A qualified medical professional
supervises the detoxification process. The duration is determined by
the medical director's evaluation and the stabilization of the
individual. This process can
sometimes be uncomfortable and medication may be prescribed. We do
not use methadone for detoxification treatment. |
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Q.
How large is the facility at the
Beacon House? |
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Beacon House is a 16 bed facility for
men and women. All rooms are double occupancy. Our clinical team is
headed up by our Medical Director and Clinical Director and includes
a full array of nurses, psychologists and drug and alcohol counselors. |
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Q.
Do I have to stay for 28 days?
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A.
The program is designed to run over
the course of 28 days. Should you decide to leave before that period
has ended you will not receive the entire scope of the program.
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Q.
Do I have to start on any particular
day?
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No. The structure of the program is
such that a person can start on any day of the week seamlessly
without missing any activity or information.
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Q.
What do I tell my employer? |
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A.
On the day of admission, each resident
is expected to meet with our Medical Director for an evaluation. He
will place that person on a 28 day Medical Leave. You are not
required by law to disclose why medical leave is taken. |
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Q.
Do you take insurance?
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A.
Yes. Beacon House is currently
contracted with several insurance companies. Please
contact our Admissions Office (831) 372-2334 for verification of
coverage, benefits and contract status.
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Q.
Can I have visitors?
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A.
Family and friend support is
encouraged and visitors are welcome within the specified hours of
our program. Residents are busy throughout the day in various
program related activities, so visitation is limited. Those close to
the resident are highly encouraged to attend our “Family Weekend”
where counselors facilitate interaction between the individuals and
the addict or alcoholic and help them to examine their relationships
with each other. Family members, friends, loved ones and sometimes
employers learn about addiction and addictive patterns and address
their own concerns.
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Q.
Can I make calls? |
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A.
Cell phones are not permitted but a
pay phone is available for the residents during certain times of the
day, dependant upon program.
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 Q.
Can I ever leave the premises during
the time I am a resident?
A.
After a 3 day restriction/observation
period, you are able to leave the premises. There are designated times in
which you can leave to take care of personal business, explore the
quaint town of Pacific Grove or walk the trails along the ocean.
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Q.
Can I bring medication that I am
currently taking? |
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A.
Any medication prescribed by a
qualified physician will need to be stored, monitored and
administered by our clinical staff. |
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Will I be responsible for preparing my
own food?
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We provide nutritious meals and
healthy alternative snacks during the week. On the weekend, dinners
are provided but breakfasts and lunches are self serve. |
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Q.
Can I bring my vehicle? |
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Yes. Parking is on the street. |
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Q.
Will I be expected to do chores? |
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A.
Yes, each resident is asked to do some
chores, however, we do have a full time housekeeper who handles the
larger responsibilities. |
