YMCA of Honolulu – Leeward Branch
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About YMCA of Honolulu – Leeward Branch
Teens from grade 6 through grade 12 can enroll in Leeward Y's program, and it serves only ages 11 to 18. It's a treatment program in Waipahu, Hawaii, part of the YMCA of Honolulu.
Free Program for Teens
Leeward Y's program services are free, so I'm impressed you don't have to budget for a bill. Donors cover the cost, and so does the state Department of Health Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division in Hawaii.
Where Teens Can Enroll
Leeward Y offers the YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program, and I noted you get sessions at Kalihi Y or at Waianae Coast Y. It also meets students at 28 schools. They're middle schools and high schools.
A student can enroll through a school counselor, a community agency or a government agency. Enrollment can also run through Family Court or through Juvenile Drug Court.
The Waipahu branch sits on Oahu's historic sugar mill property. The YMCA has kept teen substance abuse programs and family programs going on Oahu since 1962.
Amenities
Private drug rehab provides a comfortable, secure environment that allows you to focus on doing the work to get your life back on track. Benefits include a higher staff-to-client ratio, increased one-on-one time with therapists and healthcare providers, private rooms for clients, and customized forms of therapy.
Residential drug rehab provides the comforts of home with the therapeutic support needed to successfully recover. Benefits of an inpatient program include increased safety, a higher success rate, and the time and distance given to focus on recovery. Residential drug rehabs are often the preferred method of treatment, as they can be tailored to meet specific needs, offer focused therapeutic care, and provide the necessary tools to sustain recovery.
Art and music are mediums that connect with our feelings, making them a great recovery tool during addiction treatment. Studies show that combining art/music and drug rehab can have a greater therapeutic impact than drug rehab alone, as you’re able to access parts of your brain and body that you may not have access to during traditional talk therapy. Benefits of art/music therapy include lowering stress and anxiety, promoting healthy neurochemicals, and providing stress relief.
Transportation services are designed to ensure your addiction treatment begins and ends successfully by offering free transportation to the rehab facility, to and from your appointments during rehab, and back home upon program completion.
Addiction treatment programs provide an opportunity to get your life back on track with access to school classes or college courses. Whether you want to finish your GED or go back to school to learn a new trade, facilities often enlist tutors and teachers who are certified or licensed by the state to oversee self-study or distance-learning education.
Swimming increases blood flow to the body and brain, boosts white blood cells, and improves muscle strength, lung capacity, and overall stamina. Drug rehabs with a swimming pool offer physical and mental benefits to complement the recovery process.
Rehabs that offer mountain views provide beautiful spaces for clients to explore, de-stress, and take part in outdoor or wilderness therapy programs. The mountain surroundings can be a great help to the recovery process, as sobriety may be better achieved while surrounded by a serene setting in nature.
Addiction Treatment Programs
It's for students in grades 6 through 12, ages 11 to 18. The YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program is part of the Y's teen programs on Oahu, a focus held since 1962.
Remission from alcohol use disorder is achieved through effective alcohol rehab in Hawaii. Participants learn how to cease heavy drinking and develop healthy lifestyle habits that lead to long-term sobriety.
Men’s rehab in Hawaii often reduces the risk of relapse and increases treatment completion rates by giving men the opportunity to create bonds with other men who have similar challenges. They feel comfortable sharing their struggles, and continue the supportive relationships after treatment.
Because women often abuse substances for different reasons than men, women’s rehab in Hawaii provides treatment that is targeted for women. Programs focus on specific trauma, stigma, bias, and gender-role issues that can affect substance use disorders among women.
Fitness therapy is an evidence-based complementary approach to addiction recovery and mental health care. Based on mounting scientific evidence of the benefits of physical activity in improving mood, enhancing clients’ sense of wellbeing, and decreasing depression and anxiety, fitness therapy encompasses a wide spectrum of intensities, from gentle yoga, qigong, and tai chi to weight training, kickboxing, and other highly physical activities.
Levels of Care
During outpatient rehab in Hawaii, you will have more freedom and less oversight than with inpatient treatment. The goals will be to stay clean, demonstrate the ability to act responsibly, and show continual progress toward recovery. This will include attending therapy and support group sessions.
Often, substance abuse and mental health disorders are intricately linked. For successful recovery, Hawaii dual diagnosis treatment is necessary. This integrated approach provides crucial tools for improving both conditions and putting you on the path to recovery.
Aftercare rehab in Hawaii typically lasts for a year after your initial treatment. This program provides ongoing support to maintain sober living. Support may include budgeting assistance, career guidance, and continued counseling, as well as 12-step meetings.
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Rehabs.org regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact YMCA of Honolulu – Leeward Branch.
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How much does the teen program at the Leeward Y cost?
It’s free. Donors and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division at the Department of Health support the YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program. That’s the funding behind this free drug rehab program.
Who is the YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program for?
It’s students in grades 6 through 12, ages 11 to 18. The YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program serves that grade span and that age span. That’s the group it takes.
Where is the adolescent treatment program offered?
It’s in person. The YMCA Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program is at the Kalihi Y and the Wai’anae Coast Y. It’s also onsite at 28 middle and high schools.
