Resilience Program

resilience recovery residences’ level system

The Resilience Recovery Program is a highly structured program for young adult men, grounded in the 12 steps and based on a level system where clients are required to reach specific milestones before graduating to the next phase.

ORIENTATION: 2 WEEK MIN.-30 DAYS

In this initial phase, new residents are welcomed into the Resilience Recovery program and are acclimating to their new daily routine. The length of phase is determined by their previous circumstances. Residents are expected to participate in all groups, chores, wake-up routines, and community activities. They are expected to attend seven 12-step meetings per week and acquire a sponsor during this time. They are typically stepping down into their new treatment level of IOP or OP treatment from their previous program and may have additional outside therapy support. Residents are maintaining five forms of physical activity per week. As residents are getting into their new routine, they are on a restricted no-visitor policy and do not have any cell phone and/or technology privileges at this level. Residents must be accompanied by staff, a level 2 (or above) resident at all times. This phase of the program is intended to get residents adjusted to their new routine and become comfortable in their new recovery environment. We focus on forming new connections and creating a positive atmosphere for the rest of their stay with Resilience Recovery.

LEVEL 1: 14-90 DAYS

Level 1 residents have been fully introduced and acclimated into the Resilience Recovery program and are consistently participating in groups, chores, wake-up routines, and community activities. They are expected to attend six 12-step meetings per week and obtain 1 commitment at a chosen meeting, in addition to having acquired a sponsor and actively commenced step work. They are typically participating in 9 hours a week of IOP or OP treatment at a local facility and may have additional outside therapy support. Residents are maintaining five forms of physical activity per week and at least five hours of volunteering per week. They are still on a restricted no cell phone and/or technology privileges at this level. Level 1 residents must be accompanied by staff, a level 2 (or above) resident, a family member or sponsor with management approval at all times. Level 1 is focused on laying the ground work – being an active participant in their own lives and becoming accountable to their Resilience Recovery community.

LEVEL 2: 60-120 DAYS

Residents who have reached Level 2 will be given independent privileges with management approval and are therefore qualified and expected to accompany new residents, which builds a sense of trust and community. Level 2s are actively working steps with their sponsor and have completed their 5th step. They are expected to maintain attendance of six 12-step meetings per week and fulfill their 1 commitment per week. They are also actively participating in the Resilience Recovery program, including groups, chores, wake-up routines, and community activities. They are maintaining five forms of physical activity per week and 5 hours of volunteering per week. They are also typically participating in 9 hours a week of IOP or OP treatment at a local facility and may have additional outside therapy support. At this level, residents are eligible for curfew extensions upon request at manager discretion and allowed one day pass per month (with staff approval). Level 2 residents are fully immersed in their recovery community and are starting their next steps, which may include work or school. With guidance from staff, they are creating and building their resumes, prepping for interviews or starting school applications. This phase of the program is aimed at helping our residents become active participants in their larger community and molding them to become leaders both in and out of the house.

LEVEL 3: 120+ DAYS

Level 3 residents have independent privileges with management accountability and are qualified and expected to accompany new residents. They are actively working the steps with their sponsor and have completed their 9th step. They are expected to attend five 12-step meetings per week with 1 commitment. Their consistent participation in the Resilience Recovery program is expected, as well as is stepping up to a leadership role in the house. This includes organizing meetings and outings, setting an example for others, and being of service to newer residents. This fosters our core values of Recovery, Leadership, and Community. Residents are expected to have a set schedule and be consistent with physical exercise and house responsibilities. They are currently employed or actively in school and provide accountability updates to management. At this phase, they are still participating in IOP or OP treatment but may begin to ease down to as little as 3 hours a week (depending upon their other commitments), in addition to outside therapy support. Level 3 residents are eligible extended curfew privileges at management discretion, in addition to one day pass per week and two overnight passes per month (with staff approval). They have full cell phone and technology privileges at this level and can have a car on property. Residents are also expected to look towards the future and their life beyond Resilience Recovery. They will be focused on goal setting and develop an Exit Strategy with management, their clinical team, and their family or support system. Level 3 residents will graduate the primary program once all their goals are reached and they have the necessary skills to live either independently or partially independently under IL and maintain their recovery.

INDEPENDENT LIVING: 6 MONTH MINIMUM

Independent Living is the next step after residents have graduated the primary program at Resilience and typically begins after 6-9 months. We believe that the extended care model is a formula for success and enables individuals to plan for the long-haul. Recovery isn’t just a 30-day or 90-day process. It’s immersing oneself in a long-term process that requires complete surrender in order to build yourself up. Going from a highly structured atmosphere to no structure at all is often where individuals can misstep. Moving from Level 3 to Independent Living enables our residents to transition into an even greater independent role, without being completely on their own yet. The goal is to gain complete independence before moving out of the Resilience space so that individuals can feel a sense of confidence and self-worth. Case Management is still provided between their family and/or support system, and any therapists, psychiatrists or additional treatment support. Some meals are still included, but residents become more responsible for purchasing their own food and personal care items. Independent Living residents are given later curfew hours and can determine their own schedules; however, they are still required to check-in with staff as well as participate in at least 1 house meeting per week. This allows them to still be involved in the community and act as an example and leader to the newer residents. Residents are required to be working full-time, have a regular 12-step meeting schedule, actively working the steps and sponsoring others, and maintain the cleanliness of their personal space and common areas at all times. At this phase, residents are required to have their own transportation and are encouraged to be of service to others.