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Besides money, perhaps the main thing holding people back from attending sorely needed rehabilitation from alcohol addiction is time. Just how long is it going to take? Even for individuals dedicated to self-improvement, this is a legitimate concern. After all, you have to pay the bills, and no boss is going to let your position stay vacant forever.
While everyone’s case is unique, you can apply some general guidelines to yours to determine roughly how long you might expect to spend in rehab. Many decisions – logistic and personal – are dependent on this estimate.
New Growth Recovery offers these guidelines so you can make the most appropriate decisions for your situation.
Alcoholism is a chronic illness, so periodic treatment will likely be needed. Relapses are common but don’t necessarily mean treatment is ineffective. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, most people struggling with substance abuse require at least three months of treatment to make significant positive change.
The length of treatment for alcohol dependence depends on many things, including:
The length of time it takes for treatment to be successful may exceed what your insurance will cover. There are other ways, however, to fund rehab, and some treatment is better than none. Contact New Growth Recovery today to learn about our personalized, person-centered treatment plans.
Different types of rehab programs offer different levels of care and take different lengths of time, typically 30, 60, or 90 days. How long a patient spends in a particular program depends on their personal progress. The patient may even transfer to a level of greater or less intense care.
Detox is for patients so physically addicted that they experience dangerous, even life-threatening, withdrawal symptoms when they abstain from alcohol. Detox is an inpatient program that offers a safe, medically supervised environment to continuously monitor the patient’s response to withdrawing alcohol for the first day or two.
The length of time a patient spends in detox depends on:
New Growth Recovery doesn’t offer detox on-site, but we refer patients in need of this service to our trusted partners.
Outpatient programs, otherwise known as day treatment, allow the patient to be home every night, so they are best for those who must and can continue fulfilling work, school, or family responsibilities while receiving support for addiction recovery. The patient dedicates a certain number of hours to skill-building workshops, educational sessions, and proven therapies to work toward sobriety.
New Growth Recovery’s day treatment, the equivalent of an intensive outpatient program, involves 9-12 hours per week for 6-8 weeks of structural support for patients who do not need intensive daily care. Personalized treatment plans are designed to accommodate your schedule and will include counseling, group therapy, and family sessions. These are aimed at helping you build the skills you need to maintain a sober mind and body.
This program is like a more intense day treatment. Patients dedicate more time to:
Known by other organizations as a partial hospitalization program (PHP), New Growth Recovery’s extended day treatment lasts about 5 days a week for several weeks in a professional context supported by addiction specialists and experienced clinicians.
If you need intensive care but not constant supervision, this option might be a good choice for you.
Patients who take advantage of inpatient alcohol rehab live within the facility, where they receive continuous care around the clock. They are given a structured schedule of:
Typically, inpatient rehab is offered in 1-, 2-, and 3-month increments. Because it is more expensive than other rehab programs, some insurance companies do not cover it, and others limit how long they will cover their clients in the program.
The type of program you should choose depends on your unique needs. A counselor or intake specialist at a rehab center can speak with you to learn about your history, goals, and current situation in order to make appropriate recommendations in this regard.
Where you attend the program you need may depend on:
New Growth Recovery’s specialized alcohol rehab programs are designed to support and guide you to lasting recovery. Fill out our insurance inquiry form so we can determine your available coverage and which program suits your financial ability.
Alcohol abuse causes damage to nearly every organ (particularly the liver, digestive tract, pancreas, brain, and heart). The longer alcohol use is avoided, the more inflammation decreases, with improvements noticeable within a few weeks. Change happens most quickly in the first several months and slows after about a year.
The degree of recovery possible depends on:
While 100% recovery might not be in your line of sight, you can effect immense change by taking charge of your health now. Contact New Growth Recovery for help to get started.
The question “How long is alcohol rehab?” is no simple matter, but New Growth Recovery can help you find the answer that is true for you. Choose from our different rehab programs to address alcohol addiction. Any program, or a combination of programs, has great potential to set you on the right track to establishing control over your habits.
Whether you participate in our day treatment, extended day treatment, therapy, or our aftercare program, you will find our team members to be experienced and supportive guides.
We address addiction to substances besides alcohol as well, including:
Contact us today if you or a loved one would like to begin doing what feels impossible. With help, you might be amazed at what you are capable of.
The content in this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
