Aftercare
Completing a treatment program for substance use or mental health challenges is a monumental achievement. But as anyone in recovery knows, the journey doesn’t end once formal treatment concludes. In fact, maintaining and building upon your new life requires continued support and resources after leaving a structured program. That’s why we offer comprehensive aftercare services designed to help young adults navigate life beyond treatment with confidence and resilience.
What is Aftercare?
Aftercare is the support and treatment individuals receive after completing an initial phase of more intensive care, such as a residential or outpatient program. It is a crucial part of the recovery process because it helps bridge the gap between structured treatment and independent living. For every client, transitioning back into the demands of daily life can be challenging. Aftercare planning provides a safety net of resources to help navigate the triggers, stress, and challenges that period can bring. It may include a blend of therapeutic support, peer fellowships, and more.
Benefits of Aftercare
Comprehensive aftercare planning begins during treatment, and ensures that clients enjoy the support that they need in early recovery, including:
Relapse Prevention
Substance use disorders are chronic, and maintaining recovery requires ongoing effort. Aftercare planning helps young adults develop effective strategies for managing cravings, avoiding triggers, and dealing with setbacks in a healthy, productive way.
Continued Therapy and Support
No one should have to navigate early recovery alone. We help clients build a treatment team to support them long after their time with us ends.
Accountability and Structure
What does life in recovery look like? Many clients don’t know. In aftercare planning, we help clients build a sketch of their new life and give them the tools to build it in real-time.
Life Skills Development
Recovery isn’t about giving things up; it’s about building a better life. We help clients develop practical life skills, so that the transition to that new life is smooth and successful.
Support for Families
Substance use and mental health issues affect the entire family. When appropriate, we can work together to build an aftercare solution that helps everyone involved find peace. From referrals to accountability plans, let us help you lay the foundation of a better life.
Commit to a Better Life
Recovery is not a one-time event. It’s a lifelong journey, and we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Reach out to Monument Recovery today to get started.