Description

The Adult Residential Program, is a modified Therapeutic Community (TC), and has structures and processes in place to address the emotional and spiritual dimensions of substance use, with the use of the community to assist in the healing process of individuals and to support the development of behaviours, attitudes and values of healthy living (Australasian Therapeutic Communities Association 2010).

A range of special services and interventions for broader population groups including those with mental health issues and those utilising pharmacotherapy are also integrated and/or supported to enhance the traditional or generic theoretical framework of Therapeutic Community.

The multidimensional approach to treatment involves therapy, education, values, and skills development. The structured environment has a set of rules and guidelines establishing the basis for residents to achieve the desired goals of personal growth, development and behavior change. The Program offers a unique combination of therapeutic involvements between residents and staff and among residents (especially among senior and junior residents) through various daily interactions whilst living in a caring and challenging community.