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ELDERCARE PROGRAM
Who we are:
The Odyssey House ElderCare program is an exciting, innovative, treatment approach specially designed for substance/alcohol abusers 55 years of age and older. Based on hands-on clinical experience observing older abusers, Odyssey House developed the ElderCare program to help drug-addicted and isolated senior citizens achieve lasting sobriety. With the program now entering its fourth year of operation, the feedback from residents and clinicians is extremely positive in terms of improved retention, recidivism, and health indicators.
What we offer:
- 12-18 month residential, enhanced therapeutic community, substance abuse treatment program
- Community-based residential program services
- Article 28 medical clinics provide comprehensive primary medical care including medication management, HIV testing and counseling and access to specialist medical care
- Age appropriate cultural and recreational activities
- Aftercare planning including referrals to NA/AA, individual and group therapy, housing, and job training
- Vocational assistance to locate gainful employment as appropriate
- Mature staff with experience in geriatric care
Program highlights:
- Separate orientation from the general resident population
- Room together with other mature peers
- Participation in socialization/recreational activities such as outings, trips, visits to museums, attendance at shows, concerts, plays, community centers, and Y's
- Staff assistance and referrals in finding housing upon program completion
- Help in maintaining/re-establishing contact with family members
