Phase 1 of the program focuses on each resident working through the first 7 steps of the recovery process. Resident’s days are structure with Recovery Groups, Meditation groups, One on One meetings with staff and outside events. A resident is required to complete his 4th step and read it to a sponsor. This typically takes between 30-90 days.
Phase 2 of the program focuses on resident’s integration back into society. Staff will assist client with obtaining a job, developing a budget and becoming more independent. Staff will assist client with resume building, job preparation and many other independent living skills. During this phase resident will work through steps 9-12. The average stay for this phase is 2-4 months.
Phase 3 of the program is when the resident transitions to an independent recovery home. Portland Sober Living operates an independent recovery home, Bayside Sober Living. We also work with a network of trusted independent recovery homes in Portland. These traditional recovery homes continue to provide structure and accountability for residents early in recovery. They foster independence so the resident can solidify a recovery program and successful future.
Topics include; inventory process, family and relationship issues, relapse prevention, Big Book Study, disease concept of addiction.
Family is an important part of the recovery process. With the client’s permission, the family will be invited to be part of the treatment plan, working on their own recovery while learning how to support their loved one.
PSL encourages clients to learn and develop holistic practices. With a holistic mind, body, and spirit approach, we focus on teaching empowering skills and practices, including how to: