Faith-Based Programs
Faith-based programs provide a spiritual foundation in their programs. People of faith struggling with substance abuse can be ashamed or fear judgment. Some will have lost their faith. By integrating spiritual and religious elements into the recovery process, it encourages individuals to reconnect with their faith.
They often include religious practices such as prayer, meditation, and scripture study as a component of the recovery process. It fosters a sense of community and a supportive environment through group activities, counselling, and shared spiritual practices.
What Does Faith-Based Drug Rehab Offer?
Many of these treatment programs also focus on the whole person, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Most include traditional addiction treatment methods such as 12-step or CBT. They may focus on promoting family relationships, and positive lifestyle changes.
Faith-based drug rehab may incorporate some of the following:
- behavioural therapies
- non-traditional therapy
- holistic treatment
- 12-step facilitation
- experiential therapy
- individual or group therapy
Additionally, some spiritual advisors provide counselling and guidance. Religious leaders help each client find peace through their faith. Peer support is also integral to faith-based treatment, and group meetings are generally incorporated into treatment. For example, this could include Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous.
How Much Does Faith-Based Drug Rehab Cost?
The cost of faith-based substance use treatment varies depending on whether the program is entirely private, semi-subsidized, or a non-profit organization. Additionally, it depends if it is a residential or outpatient facility.
Most faith-based drug rehab centers are provided through a religious organization, and there are often some low-cost free treatment options.
However, there are generally costs involved, whether room and board, daily fees, or a flat fee for the program. Like any other organization that does not receive funding from federal or provincial governments, it relies on private donations or charging fees for services. And some will take insurance coverage read about it here.
Our experts recommend contacting the faith-based drug rehab program and inquiring about costs and payment options.
Why Choose a Faith-Based Drug Rehab Program
It’s important to note that the effectiveness of faith-based rehab programs vary. The choice between a faith-based or secular approach depends on the individual’s personal beliefs and preferences. Individuals seeking this type of treatment should research and choose a program that aligns with their faith and recovery goals. Faith can be an integral part of treatment and recovery.
Some studies have shown that 73% of addiction treatment programs in the United States, for example, include a spirituality-based element.
Moreover, roughly 84% of scientific studies have shown that faith is a positive factor in addiction prevention or recovery.
How Does Faith-Based Drug Rehab Help Maintain Sobriety?
Faith-based drug and alcohol rehab helps individuals maintain sobriety through ongoing support, prayer, religious services and a connection to religious organizations.
Twelve-step support is the most common faith-based approach for recovery. It promotes the belief in a higher power and helps each person stay in tune with their spirituality and belief system. Sponsors, for example, encourage each person to stay connected to or discover a spiritual path.
How Do I Choose a Faith-Based Drug Rehab Center?
Our Addiction Referral and Consultation Services experts can help you decide what faith-based drug rehab center to use. Consider some of the following tips:
- Does the treatment center provide a church, mosque, temple, or someplace to pray?
- What religions does the facility cater to?
- Some programs provide interfaith and are not exclusive to one faith.
- Are there religious and spiritual therapies offered?
- Consider the location of the facility, ideally away from home.
- Flexible financial options.
- What aftercare supports does the facility provide?
Choosing the right faith-based drug rehab should be based on individual needs and beliefs. Our experts can help you or your family narrow down the options and answer any question to ensure you or your family makes an informed decision.
Marc J. Bernard
Author,
Substance Use Disorder & Recovery Professional,
Referral & Consultation Counsellor
