There are many misconceptions surrounding addiction, alcoholism, treatment, and sobriety. Many people think that once they’ve completed their inpatient or outpatient program that their sobriety is set in stone.
Unfortunately, this is never the case. The risk of relapse is always there, whether you’ve been sober for one week or for 10 years. After completing drug and alcohol rehab in Massachusetts, there’s still a lot of daily work that needs to be done to maintain sobriety. At Banyan Treatment Center Massachusetts, we offer comprehensive support for many stages of recovery. One of our most popular programs is our alumni program. This program can help people sustain their sobriety while having some fun after their time with our treatment facility has finished.
What is an Alumni Program?
At its core, an alumni recovery program is a support system. Our alumni recovery program includes people at various stages post-recovery. Some alumni have just finished treatment, while others have been sober for years. Support is the biggest thing our alumni recovery program offers. After completing drug or alcohol treatment in Massachusetts, many people feel isolated in their experiences and challenges. You’re never alone when you’re part of an alumni recovery program.
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The Importance of an Alumni Support System
Our alumni recovery program provides an instant support system for your recovery. The program connects people with role models of sobriety, and support systems, as well. You’ll immediately be connected with other people who have also fought for their sobriety. Together, you all support one another in sustained sobriety. When life gets tough, when triggers are difficult, or when relapse feels like a real danger, your alumni support system is there to help you stay on track. Support can extinguish the loneliness, disparity, and depression that often feeds into relapse.
Having Fun While Staying Sober
After completing our drug and alcohol rehab in Massachusetts, many people aren’t sure how to have a great time while staying sober. Our alumni recovery program proves that fun and sobriety go hand in hand! Our alumni go on many fun outings, events, and other excursions all while staying sober.
1.A gift that keeps on giving
While the thought of seeking treatment for drugs and alcohol before the holidays and being separated from family and friends during this time may be difficult, it’s important to keep the big picture in mind. The best gift you could give your family, as well as yourself, is many more sober holidays to come. Why not start with this year and get help now?
2. “Sticking it out” won’t help
Although many people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction attempt to “keep it together” for the holidays, postponing treatment until a later time, the problems won’t go away. In fact, sticking it out for the holidays may make things worse. As families get together to celebrate and friends toast to a New Year, drugs and alcohol may become even more readily available than before. Drinking in excess may be considered “normal” during this time, but to someone in active addiction, this can mean disaster. Why take the chance, when you can get help for drug and alcohol addiction today?
3. Staying out of trouble
Research shows that accidents and arrests resulting from drug and alcohol use increase during the holidays. DUI arrests increase by up to 20% in some states, and charges such as domestic violence and assault also become more frequent. Drugs and alcohol are often cited as contributing factors in these cases. Entering substance abuse treatment before the holidays may help keep your record clean.
Socialization, support, and serious sober fun are all part of our alumni recovery group. Call 888-280-4763 to learn more.
