Aptly named, the Lighthouse Treatment Center serves as a beacon of light and hope for those…read moresuffering the afflictions of substance use disorders. I was on a path of self-destruction and was able to right myself towards a path of recovery wholly due to the care, compassion, counseling, therapy, and education imparted by the Lighthouse Leadership Team and Staff.
This is a truly an exceptional program focused on a holistic approach to rehabilitation and recovery. All facets crucial to a healthy and successful launch to recovery are carefully addressed, focused on restoring physical, mental, and emotional states of well-being.
Physical health is carefully monitored and medical needs are addressed and met by a competent and compassionate medical team. In addition to 24 hour access to snacks and beverages, nutritional needs are met by an outstanding kitchen staff, where healthy, well-balanced, freshly prepared and delicious meals are provided three times a day. Psychological education essential to the recovery process is imparted by well-trained and empathetic personnel whose compassion and dedication is readily apparent from day one. Both a licensed counselor and therapist are personally assigned to each client for one-on-one weekly meetings, who also have an open door policy to effectively address any needs related to your treatment progress. The facility itself is clean, peaceful, and well-maintained, providing comfortable accommodations and an overall environment conducive to a smooth and successful recovery.
It is important to emphasize how critical and effective the Lighthouse Staff and Team were in launching me to an overall state of well-being, where the daily encountered challenges of life we are overcome with understanding, patience and compassion. These are the attributes I encountered from the staff during my treatment at the Lighthouse and I am proud to be an alumnus to carry on this tradition of a program that ultimately saved my life and paved the way for a happy and healthy future.
I apologize in advance if I miss (or mispell) any names who were instrumental in my recovery and to whom I would like to express my deep gratitude:
- Carlos : whose outstanding care and efficiency in the admission process went above and beyond expectations and who continues to perform at an extraordinary level as shown by his responsiveness to recent client admissions
- Teresa : for the strong, inspirational and compassionate leadership which naturally commands respect and gratitude, ultimately resulting in the implementation of a successful treatment program
- Jessica and Sochi : who warmly welcomed me to the program on day one
- Delia and Eunice : who diligently and effectively addressed any medical needs with warmth and compassion
- LaDonna, Julie, Stephanie, Paula and Linda : who always met me with a genuine smile and heartfelt interest in my well-being, as well as words of wisdom and support
- Austin, Alfonso and Joey: whose sincere commitment to our recovery was expressed through interactions in the med room and leadership at group meetings
- Jorge, Noah, Kay, Will and Robert: who provided moral support and fearlessly transported us to the gym, Walmart, outside meetings and critical appointments
- Steve : who, with a beaming smile, effectively set-up needed outside appointments and transportation
- Yesenia, Sonia, Lulu, Spencer, Sarah and Mario: whose heartfelt love and care was manifested in the scrumptious meals they so carefully prepared for us
- Dana and Cup of Joe : whose attention and dedication to facility maintenance needs was readily apparent (and Joe's) deliciously strong coffee turbocharged our energy levels during treatment
- Johnny : whose Psych Education classes were instrumental in reframing thought processes and were executed with the perfect balance of laughter and seriousness
- Marlene : my well-respected therapist who so expertly and compassionately guided me to a path of psychological recovery
- Candice : my counselor who is loved by all and has an impactful positive effect on those she guides
Thank you to all the Lighthouse Staff all for your love and support. I am forever grateful and look forward to being of service to the Lighthouse family.