Funding slashed for youth rehab centre
The centre, a non-profit charity, was created in 1992. It specializes in providing long-term treatment for drug and alcohol abusers between the ages of 12 and 21, with heavy involvement by the patients' families. Treatment can last more than a year …
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Plibersek considers blocking NT rehab centre over safety concerns
But the NT government has announced plans to use the facility for mandatory alcohol rehabilitation. Under the scheme, due to start in July, people who are taken into custody for drunkenness three times in a two month period can, at the recommendation …
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Luke Burgess poised for quick Wallaby return
Brumbies inside centre Pat McCabe is expected to secure a place in the final six following a solid performance against the Rebels, but tight-head prop Dan Palmer may struggle to make it after aggravating troublesome foot injury. If Palmer is passed …
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Funding slashed for youth rehab centre
The centre, a non-profit charity, was created in 1992. It specializes in providing long-term treatment for drug and alcohol abusers between the ages of 12 and 21, with heavy involvement by the patients' families. Treatment can last more than a year …
Read more on Calgary Herald

GALLERY: Granya House sold to ferry master
GRANYA House, the former drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre, has been sold by Faith City to Wymah ferry operator, Mick Fabik. The price hasn't been disclosed. Mr Fabik has plans to transform the former pub into a general store and coffee shop …
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Choosing the right alcohol rehab clinic can be difficult and confusing but it is important and can be a key factor in whether a treatment programme succeeds or fails.

Each individual rehab clinic will have their own approach to alcohol treatment so you’ll need to do some research about different clinics and your needs. Research clinics yourself and seek out reliable information both online and from others. Someone else who’s been through alcohol dependency may be able to recommend a good clinic or give you advice on choosing one.

Obviously you’ll need to consider the price. Think about how much you can realistically afford and try not to overstretch yourself as this could make things worse, particularly if alcohol problems are linked to stress. A lot of people get help from their family or from some kind of loan but again, tread carefully to avoid debt problems.

Think about where the rehab centre is located in relation to your friends and loved one. If it’s too far away it may be difficult to receive visitors. It’s true that some people prefer not to have visitors, though. If quiet and isolation is important to you find out if the centre offers that.

What kind of accommodation does the rehab clinic offer? Some offer single rooms, whilst others are shared. Some people in treatment like to share a room but others want to have their own room.

Some types of treatment suit some people more than others and it’s important to know what’s on offer. Different clinics will offer different treatments. Ask at the clinic what treatments they offer and how each person’s treatment programme is decided.

Questions to ask

When you’re getting more information on rehab clinics you’ll probably want to go armed with a list of questions. Questions you might like to consider asking include:

What kind of treatment programmes does the centre offer?
What are the prices?
How long is the recommended stay?
What is the success rate?
Do you have any case studies/testimonials?
Are visitors allowed?
What are the rules?
What are the consequences of rule-breaking?
What is the detox process?
What detox medication is offered?
Who will work with me?
What qualifications do the staff have?
What is the ethos of the clinic?
What kind of aftercare is on offer?

Lindsay Lohan may miss rehab deadline, dad says
The actress is in danger of missing Thursday's deadline to check into a court-approved rehab program, according to her father. Lohan boarded a flight from New York to Los Angeles late Wednesday hoping to sort out what facility she will spend 90 days of …
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Disney marks 30 years of volunteering with 50 service projects in May
Thirty years ago — long before community engagement was a corporate buzzword — Disney launched a volunteer program for its employees to encourage them to make a difference in the well-being of kids, families and the environment. On Wednesday, the …
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Home from home: Inside the rehab centre where Lindsay Lohan will be …
But she's going to go to Morningside in Newport Beach until she can transfer to the one in Florida. 'She asked me if she could transfer to Lukens once she starts and I told her of course she can. I will get it all settled for her.' However, TMZ.com are …
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Lindsay Lohan, with 270 outfits, is running out of time to find a rehab that fits
… asking them to check out the Lukens Institute in Florida's swanky Palm Beach, the sources said. Dad Michael Lohan has promoted Lukens for weeks, arguing that its small size and intensive one-on-one treatment program is the best option for his daughter.
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Choosing the right alcohol rehab clinic can be difficult and confusing but it is important and can be a key factor in whether a treatment programme succeeds or fails.

Each individual rehab clinic will have their own approach to alcohol treatment so you’ll need to do some research about different clinics and your needs. Research clinics yourself and seek out reliable information both online and from others. Someone else who’s been through alcohol dependency may be able to recommend a good clinic or give you advice on choosing one.

Obviously you’ll need to consider the price. Think about how much you can realistically afford and try not to overstretch yourself as this could make things worse, particularly if alcohol problems are linked to stress. A lot of people get help from their family or from some kind of loan but again, tread carefully to avoid debt problems.

Think about where the rehab centre is located in relation to your friends and loved one. If it’s too far away it may be difficult to receive visitors. It’s true that some people prefer not to have visitors, though. If quiet and isolation is important to you find out if the centre offers that.

What kind of accommodation does the rehab clinic offer? Some offer single rooms, whilst others are shared. Some people in treatment like to share a room but others want to have their own room.

Some types of treatment suit some people more than others and it’s important to know what’s on offer. Different clinics will offer different treatments. Ask at the clinic what treatments they offer and how each person’s treatment programme is decided.

Questions to ask

When you’re getting more information on rehab clinics you’ll probably want to go armed with a list of questions. Questions you might like to consider asking include:

What kind of treatment programmes does the centre offer?
What are the prices?
How long is the recommended stay?
What is the success rate?
Do you have any case studies/testimonials?
Are visitors allowed?
What are the rules?
What are the consequences of rule-breaking?
What is the detox process?
What detox medication is offered?
Who will work with me?
What qualifications do the staff have?
What is the ethos of the clinic?
What kind of aftercare is on offer?

One-eye-blind falcon at Willowbrook wildlife rehabilitation facility

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Illegal rehab centres a problem – govt
Johannesburg – Unregistered rehabilitation centres are undermining the fight against drug abuse, the Gauteng social development department said on Wednesday. The authorities needed to step up the fight against such illegal activities, the department …
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Alabama officials inspecting drug rehab centers for possible hazards
ANNISTON | State inspectors have cited a handful of drug rehabilitation centers for fire safety violations, and they are checking facilities statewide to make sure others are complying with codes. State Fire Marshal Edward Paulk told The Anniston Star …
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