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: M.E.N.T.O.R.
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Men who are addicted to alcohol or other
drugs often face immense challenges in meeting
ongoing responsibilities and obligations. Oaklawn’s
Men Taking On Recovery (MENTOR) program provides individualized
and focused treatment for men, offering them renewed
confidence and hope.
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Men Taking On Recovery
Men who are addicted to alcohol or other drugs often deal with
incredible challenges when faced with ongoing responsibilities.
They may have difficulty seeking treatment, given their commitments
to family, work, and other obligations. In addition, their physical
and emotional health, as well as their relationships with others,
tend to suffer enormously.
Men Taking On Recovery (MENTOR) is an intensive outpatient program
for men who want help recovering from alcohol/drug dependence. MENTOR
provides ways to cope with such issues as anger, frustration, stress,
and problems in relationships. MENTOR is designed to help men overcome
the problems associated with addiction through focused treatment
for chemical dependency.
The MENTOR program consists of educational sessions, group therapy,
and weekly family involvement. Free child care is located at CAPS,
1000 West Hively Avenue, next to Oaklawn.
Program expectations
- Required attendance at AA or NA meetings while in the MENTOR
program
- Family involvement
- Participation in all sessions
- Follow-up to MENTOR with a 16-week continuing care program
Benefits
- The opportunity to share with other men who have similar experiences
- Convenient scheduling and child care
- Family involvement
- Full participation in treatment planning goals
- Alcohol and drug screens utilized
Program fees
Fees for the MENTOR program are based on a person’s ability
to pay. Learn more about financial arrangements
at Oaklawn.
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