My Loved One Refuses Rehab: What Can I Do?
When a loved one refuses rehab, families often repeat the same cycle: another argument, another promise to stop, a few better days, then another crisis.
As part of recovery, we create an activity-rich daily schedule for each client. In addition to our treatment services which include medical evaluations, individual counseling, and group education, we offer a variety of activities including meditation, acupuncture, yoga, readings, gym, swimming, and more.
With your consent, we can communicate directly with family members and provide structured family sessions in person or remotely. This includes providing education on addiction as a treatable medical condition, clarity on lack of control over behaviors associated with addiction, guidance for spouses and parents on boundaries and support, and communication planning for the return home.
We approach family work with respect for family roles and hierarchy, and with honesty about what recovery requires. Our therapists and clinical team help address conflict, relationship issues, and resentments within the family. Additionally, we help mitigate suspicions and fears of ongoing substance use when you return home through an ongoing monitoring program.
South Asians face unique challenges related to alcohol and drug addiction, including:
We work closely with you to communicate with your employer or school to the extent you permit. This can include providing you with supporting documentation for a leave of absence and activity restrictions. For employers or school administrators that are aware of your substance use, we are able to work directly with them to find an acceptable plan for returning to work or school.
As part of each client’s continuing care plan, we provide ongoing monitoring groups where clients can connect with others they have bonded with during their time at SARC as well as the larger South Asian recovery community, where daily meetings are available.
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