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I went here for rehab and what a joke, they knew of my special diet due to medical issues and refused to take care of that which caused me to have a severe IC flare up and passing blood clots through the urine. On top of not complying with my diet they also did not give me ...
About DreamLife Recovery
This facility is pet friendly and offers many amenities including yoga, adventure therapy, hiking, kayaking, reiki and art therapy. They have a veterans program and there is also a program for individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. They accept TRICARE insurance and a multitude of others.
What sticks out to me the most is all the amenities provided here during your time in treatment. Kayaking helps improve your cardiovascular health, boosts your mood, strengthens your memory and increases your self confidence. Adventure therapy is also part of treatment which brings you outside and connects you with nature. It’s also a great way to release endorphins and relieve stress. This therapy helps you push and test yourself which not only provides you with a sense of accomplishment but also encourages you to try new things.
Art therapy is available here which can not only inspire creativity but this also helps you express yourself non verbally. Sometimes it can be difficult to find the right words to identify the feeling you may be feeling and this is a great solution. Art therapy can also help with managing stress and can provide emotional healing.
They will also introduce you to other evidence-based therapies you can utilize like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). If you need medication to manage your symptoms then their medication assisted treatment (MAT) program might be a good fit.
They also offer counseling sessions at the group and individual levels. Different topics will be discussed and some of the most common themes include self-acceptance, self-esteem, self-love, misgendering and gender identification issues.
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Finally after numerous attempts dream life allowed me to live the dream WOW a amazing Recovery cent 5 star recovery retreat hello
Just like many other people patients here, I got very ill and had to wait DAYS before they’d call me an ambulance. They essentially kidnap patients and hold them against their will (some patients, including myself eventually, had to threaten to call 911 in order to be discharged, when you’re allowed to leave anytime by law… this isn’t a jail, they can’t hold you here), even during medical emergencies. They did it to me, and I had to threaten to walk out and flag a police officer down in order to get help. Then I had to threaten to call 911 again for kidnapping and threaten to sue in order for them to let me discharge myself (I discharged myself because my WD wasn’t being handled appropriately and couldn’t eat and they threatened to put me into a psych hospital because of a physical health issue - I couldn’t eat because I was too sick from a mismanaged WD and the vindictive PA that worked there threatened to have me 302ed or involuntarily committed which would have potentially ruined my career). Do NOT send your loved ones here. While I was there, other people had to also threaten 911 and lawyers just to get discharged and / or to get medical help. They just want your insurance money so badly to the point where they will LITERALLY KIDNAP YOU TO GET IT. If you don’t believe me, read the bad reviews and see that many of them are saying the same thing.
A note for the facility - you keep getting my reviews removed but I’ll just keep checking and posting. What I’m writing is a true account of my experience.
It’s been 3 months since I left DreamLife. I’m now updating my review as I have a better understanding of the negligent care I received. I came to DreamLife under false pretenses, while wanting to discontinue a prescription medication of 1.5 mg of Xanax but also needing to be monitored as I have a condition called functional neurological disorder. After receiving my medical records from the facility, It shows falsified paperwork from the time I came in and it had me appearing to be way worse than I actually was. They had me listed as an addict and an alcoholic even though I am neither. For that reason though gave them justification for the large amount of medication I was being made to take every day. One of the medication’s was 8 mg of lorazepam a day even though lorazepam has been on my allergy list since 2019. My medical records show the mass amount of medication I was being made to take multiple times a day to basically leave me comatose. I went in thinking I was doing a 3 day just to monitor the stopping of the small 1.5 mg of Xanax I was on while monitoringmy functional neurological disorder, that could cause ticks, tremors and episodes of non-epileptic seizures. For eight days, I was an emotional mess as I was also told I couldn’t speak with my family until after I got out of a blackout phase. Even that was lied about to me when I came in. I did 3 days then they extended it and just kept extending it. When I tried to not want to take the medication because of how out of it I was feeling, I was told I had to take my medication or I was considered noncompliant. If I wanted to get out of my blackout phase to be able to talk with my family, I had to be compliant. While being kept heavily intoxicated, they were having meetings with my family. They tried convincing my husband I was an addict in hiding. They also told my husband they were not just a treatment facility, but that they had an entire team of specialist coming in to help work on my functional neurological disorder. They explained the blackout face to my husband as standard care because there were addicts in the building. When I no longer wanted to be in this program and leave, they told my family that I became suicidal and it was due to withdrawal from my medication. Serious lies were made against me to my family that I was able to prove. I actually had to escape that place because I Could no longer take what was happening to me in there. The outrageous lies they told my husband and son to keep him from wanting to answer the phone and listen to what I had to say and don’t pick me up after I left the facility and borrowed somebody’s phone because I was not allowed to have any of my personal belongings, they locked everything up including my phone and money. They had me so heavily medicated. I in fact, looked like an addict, leaving there. Including offering up my engagement, ring to someone in a bar to get a ride home. Getting home was the only way I could even talk to my husband to tell him what was going on. Even after I was met by the police and ambulance as they told my husband, I was so suicidal I was a threat to myself, my husband and my children. I was cleared by the state cops and medical that night. I’m still dealing with severe mental problem as I’ve had to seek immediate therapy. My doctor has suggested he believes I went through some type of medically induced psychosis episode after from being overly medicated and medicated with an allergy listed medication. I’ve tried to file complaints With Curtis Rodgers and Lidice Morales. Curtis Never returned a single phone call and Lidice apologize for my experience but was unable to help as she said she doesn’t deal with patient problems. Please do not send your loved one here because they literally almost destroyed my family with zero remorse Suffering the mental fallout from everything that happened to me. The only calls I get now from DreamLife facility are Letting me know there’s still a balance of $20,000 for my 7 days stay in hell! This place needs to be investigated for fraud in my opinion
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient rehabs specialize in providing comprehensive care for clients who choose to remain in their homes and communities during treatment. Their services may include transitional support for clients stepping down from intensive inpatient programming. Ambulatory medical detox may be provided for clients at low risk for withdrawal complications. Many programs include evening, night, and weekend services to accommodate clients who are working professionals or caregivers. Addiction counseling and life skills training are common treatment modalities.
Inpatient rehab provides clients with an opportunity to focus solely on their sobriety away from the stressors of the home and workplace. Clients receive housing, food, and intensive clinical supervision. They also typically engage in multiple addiction counseling sessions each week, including daily individual, group, and/or family sessions. Most programs also prioritize recovery-focused life skills training, including courses in relapse prevention. Many facilities offer evidence-based holistic therapies, such as yoga and meditation.
Clients engaged in intensive outpatient programs (IOP) live and work in their home community while receiving frequent, high-level care. These programs offer personalized care designed to evolve with the clients' changing needs. Many intensive outpatient rehabs require a minimum of nine hours of treatment per week, but high-risk clients and those in early recovery may receive up to 20 hours of care weekly. IOP services generally include addiction counseling, recovery education, and holistic therapies, such as massage.
Clients receiving services from a rehab aftercare program are usually stable and in the maintenance phase of recovery, having completed detox and/or intensive inpatient treatment. Rehab aftercare services can vary widely based on clients' individual and evolving needs, but often include peer coaching, relapse prevention support, 12 step program induction, and medical, mental health, and social service referrals. Individual care plans are typically developed by the client in partnership with their case manager and care team.
12 step programs prioritize the recovery journey as a life-long process based on personal spiritual growth and ongoing peer support. Regular attendance at 12 step meetings, which are held multiple times each day in most communities, is expected. Participants also receive one-on-one mentoring by a self-selected peer sponsor. The 12 steps are designed to encourage participants' self-compassion, awareness, acceptance, and accountability. Dedicated programs for specialized groups, including seniors, teens, and families, are common.
Because the severity of withdrawal symptoms can fluctuate, constant monitoring under 24-hour clinical care in Pennsylvania is recommended for early recovery. As you undergo detox, medical staff will supervise your health and ensure severe symptoms do not develop or threaten your life. Professional counselors will also be available to treat mental and emotional health needs.
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal. The length of stay at the detoxification program is determined according to the specific needs of the patient.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Group therapy sessions in Pennsylvania offer you a safe space when you're struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. You can openly discuss your challenges and the progress you're making in rehabilitation. Sharing this responsibility with others in your group fosters a commitment to sobriety and helps create strong bonds with your peers.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Motivational interviewing in Pennsylvania gives you the opportunity to share your perspective and explore your ideas and motivation for change. Your therapist will walk you through the four steps of engaging, focusing, evoking, and planning to empower you to make any desired changes in your life.
It is important to process the impact that traumatic experiences have had on your life. During trauma therapy, you and an experienced therapist confront these experiences and the emotional impact it is had. This helps to reduce your symptoms of stress and anxiety and improve your overall mental health and well being.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Life skills are the mental and social skills that are necessary to navigate day to day life. Addiction diminishes or eliminates these skills, so they must be relearned and practiced during drug rehab treatment in Pennsylvania.
Accreditations
LegitScript has reviewed DreamLife Recovery as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.
LegitScript verified in October 2020
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Pennsylvania
License Number: 657062
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.
NAATP Member: Yes
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Donegal, PA 15628
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