Aftercare
and maintaining a recovering lifestyle
Adolescents are in a vulnerable position after completing treatment for substance abuse. This is a critical time in their recovery. Many are not ready to be totally independent and need assistance negotiating the world in a new way—alcohol and drug free.
Residential AfterCare Program
18 months of aftercare support and counseling is available to those who graduate from the year-long Residential Treatment Center program. Graduates obtain housing on their own, live with their families or rent an apartment in Day One's Transitional House for Recovery in Portland. A counselor meets with each individual graduate weekly, conducts group meetings twice a month and is also available via cell phone.
Counselors help clients to determine next steps, whether it's school or work, or a combination of both. Clients are assisted in developing life skills while living on their own and developing a recovering lifestyle. They are offered help in applying to school, conducting a job search, planning for a job interview, managing money, budgeting and more.
Transitional House for Recovery
Graduates of the Residential program are eligible to live in the Transitional House. It’s conveniently located in Portland near work, schools and services of every kind. It provides a sober house with affordable rent. There are 6 apartments able to house 7 graduates (one double apartment). They participate in the Residential Aftercare program while learning to live on their own in a safe and supportive environment.
Outpatient and Family Services
On-demand continuing support.
Youth Development Centers
The Bridge to Success Program offers help for Maine clients at the Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, and Mountain View Youth Development Center, in Charleston as they transition back into their communities. The program provides continuity of treatment during the re-integration period when support and continuation of substance abuse counseling is critical. The program bridges the gap between Department of Corrections and Medicaid funds. The Network will pay for up to four sessions for each adolescent with their new substance abuse counselor, and greatly improve adjustment to life in their communities. Day One staff at both Centers will facilitate the Bridge Program.