Making the Transition from Detox to Rehab

Detox is a necessary step in recovery for individuals breaking an addiction to alcohol, opiates, cocaine, and other recreational drugs that create powerful physical dependencies with continued use. In order to succeed in rehab, individuals may undergo an inpatient detox program, which will reduce cravings for illicit substances while cleansing the body of drugs and alcohol.

Following detox and rehab, you might enter an intensive outpatient program or partial hospitalization program, depending on your unique needs and schedule. While entering either program, you can create a smooth transition by working closely with the staff of your rehabilitation center to express your concerns and get to know the next steps in your care. One of the biggest challenges in the transition may be moving from an inpatient program to living at home or in a sober living center, where there might be higher temptation to relapse. Having an emergency strategy in place will help prevent relapse so you can continue to make positive steps in your recovery.

If you are ready to face your addiction with holistic treatment within a fully-accredited rehabilitation center, call Retreat at Lancaster County at (717) 859-8000 to explore how we can help.