WHAT WE PROVIDE
Holly Lodge is a 16-bed Extended Primary Treatment Centre operating from a residential Care Home in a quiet area of st. Annes-on-Sea, Lancashire. The Property is within a short walk of the sea font, public servicesand shopping areas.
We work with both men and women, (aged 18-64), who have successfully completed the treatment programmes of either Pierpoint House or Female Focus.
The Holly Lodge Extended Treatment programme is designed to build on the progress made during earlier Primary Treatment and provides additional support to those people who need to continue to address deeper underlying issues.
We Provide 24-hour staff support, including trained Addiction Counsellors and Project Workers, in a safe, structured and non-judgemental environment. The average length of stay is 12 weeks, depending on individual need.
In order to prepare an individual for life in wider community, and for successful progress into independent living, each resident is assisted in gaining the skills necessary to cope with the challenges of daily living, without resorting to active addiction.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Holly Lodge operates within certain Rules and Expectations which provide the structure and boundaries necessary for the Centre to maintain a safe and fuctional therapeutic environment.
On entry, residents are still learning about, and allowing themselves to process the feelings involved in facing the consequences of their previous lifestyle. Individual Counselling and Group-work enables each individual to work through these difficult feelings.
There is some element of group work every day, with the majority of the groups being held Monday to Friday. Groups Vary in content, but focus on the two elements of daily living skills and emotional recovery, for example:-
Basic Living things
Cooking Skills
Budgeting Skills
Communication & Conflict Resolution
Relapse Prevention & Coping Skills
Topic & Theraphy Groups
Relaxation Groups
Peer Support Groups
Group Recreation & Leisure Activities
DAILY LIVING
Residents take on the responsibility for the household upkeep and have input into community decisions. A Group Leader role is delegated to most peers at some time during their stay. This provides the oppurtunity to practise new found skills such as delegating tasks, effective communication and conflict resolution.
Peer support is an integral aspect of the programme, enabling the development of positive peer relationships with those able to identify with the specific needs and experiences inherent in maintaining an abstinent way of life.
The Programme is designed to facilitate preparation for independent living and successful life management without creating further dependency. All residents are encouraged to attend local Narcotics and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Other Self-Help Groups and appropriate Support Agencies are also recommended when individual circumstances require it.
Home leave is negotiated and usually takes place on weekends. It is seen as an important aspect of the programme, providing the individual with oppurtunities for further insights and self awareness in relation to relapse prevention and re-integration back into mainstream society.
RELAPSE POLICY
All residents are required to be abstinent. Should an individual use any mood-altering substance, they will be asked to leave the programme.
We believe every individual to be uniquely valuable. However, our foremost responsibility is the protection of the Therapeutic Community of the House and the maintainance of a dry and clean environment, to provide consistent support and safety for those who are attempting to change their lives.
CONFIDENTIALITY
We recognise the importance of confidentiality for all residents. Any information given will be treated with respect and only used for the purpose for which it was disclosed.
We work closely with all referring agencies and encourage regular reviews and we provide regular written progress reports.
Holly Lodge works closely with family members and significant others. Family Conferences are suggested to assist the individual in rebuilding bridges and repairing important relationships. NB. This is, however, only ever done with the Service User's express consent.
IS THIS WHAT I NEED
It is probable that you would benefit from Extended Treatment at Holly Lodge if:
You have successfully completed a Primary Treatment Programme and yet need to continue to address deeper underlying issues.
You have difficult emotional issues related to your past active addiction and/or life in general and want support in resolving those issues.
You want to learn how to deal with the challenges and emotions of daily life, without resorting to defensive, avoiding or addictive behaviours as a way of coping.
You want to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and self-acceptance, which you know will help you to live a successful life in recovery.
You want to understand more about yourself, your personality, your physical, mental and emotional needs, and how to cater for those needs.
You want to develop daily living skills that are necessary for successful progress into independent living, such as cooking, budgeting, etc.
You want to learn how to experience recreational and leisure activities that don't compromise your recovery, while still enjoying a quality of life that is creative and productive. |
