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The whole time I was there you watched so many favors by the staff to certain people, From giving them things to just letting them stay in the room the whole time , I use a cane and was told so many time to go to the meetings and yet some of the others were allowed to do wha ...
About The Aviary Recovery Center
This facility is unique because it gives you access to a variety of different recovery services including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), equine-assisted therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), individual treatment planning, nutrition and exercise training and alumni support.
During treatment, you’ll work directly with a nutrition counselor who will help you develop healthy meal plans and tasty recipes. This can encourage you to prioritize self-care and boost your self-confidence. Promoting healthier eating habits can also reduce illness, improve your mood, help with weight management, strengthen your immune system, and lower the risks of heart disease.
Nutrition can be combined with exercise to do wonders for your mental health. Here, they give you opportunities to work out so you can stay physically fit as you recover. Exercise can increase energy, improve brain function and your physical health, and help you stay motivated during treatment.
Many clients participate in the equine-assisted therapy program. As you work with the horses on-site, you’ll learn how to develop boundaries, reduce anxiety, combat depression, and manage stress. This therapy utilizes rescue horses to help clients encourage connection and develop trust. Grooming, feeding, leading, riding and playing with the horses are some of the many activities you will engage in.
When you complete residential treatment, they can connect you to outpatient care to help you maintain long-term sobriety. The greater Eolia region is filled with local resources you can use. Located a little over an hour from St. Louis and about 3.5 hours from Kansas City, it has lots of natural areas to explore for peaceful meditation. You can also check out the historic district when you’re ready to engage in sober recreation.
Fact checked and written by:
Johanna Rafael-Huertas
Edited by:
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Facility Overview
31 - 60 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
I am a former employee. I worked in the admissions department. I was there for three years. The last few months of my time there, I had a new director. Me and my other two coworkers were really excited to meet her, but she turned out to be the worst boss ever. I’m not trying to be dramatic, I’m literally telling you exactly how it is. She came in and wanted to make very unnecessary changes. She wanted to change our schedules that we did not sign up for, she wanted to change our process for time off without corporate’s permission, and there are a few other things, but this would take all day if I went through them all. We also caught her in a lot of lies, but anytime we confronted her about it. She would just deny it. There was no compromising with this woman. It was her way or no way at. The thing that really got me the most, was that we have to work from home during the evenings until 10 PM. She started to help us out with that but then informed us that she couldn’t do that at all in the month of May. All because she is a track coach. Well I was the last one left and was not about to work every single night in May, so that’s when I bounced. I knew if I did it once, she’s gonna want me to do it again and again and again. She’s a very selfish woman she only thinks about herself. You do have the opportunity to work from home, but when you need to, she throws a fit. It’s OK for her to work from home though. There were a few times when my kids were sick or my coworkers had a sick kid or something was going on where they needed to be home and had the opportunity to work from home, but she would say no, and we had to use our vacation time. But if she needed to work from home for any reason, she was allowed to. Is that really fair? No. It’s not.
When she came in, she had three coworkers that were trained and knew what they were doing, and she ran all three of them off in a matter of three months. What does that tell you? Apparently the CEO doesn’t see an issue because she’s still there. Valerie is the worst person I have ever worked for. She talked so bad about my other coworkers to me that I knew she was talking bad about me as well. Long behold, she was. That’s fine though, I definitely talk shit about her as well. 😉 She is not a team player and takes all the credit that you work for. Not only did she treat her team bad, she talked to the BD team like complete trash. I even caught her talking to some of the clients in disrespect. Her job is to literally bring clients in to save their lives.
Long story short if you want a job here, I would definitely go for any other department besides admissions. Unless you like being treated like shit. Oh, and also before I forget because apparently nobody knows about this, admissions get a quarterly bonus. The other departments do not. I never thought that that was fair, and I still don’t. You guys should probably change that.
Good place if u want help, not perfect but it is what u make off it! Staff friendly, beautiful property, counselors n nurses genuinely want to help! Besides one person on staff that I hope is immediately fired bc she is disrespectful n on power trip, won’t say her name but starts with A and rymes with me! lol im greatful for my short stay there and genuinely thank you all for ur kindness 🤙🏻
Very happy with all the knowledge I left here with. The accommodations are pretty good (only recovery place I've been). But others who have been to others, mentioned how much better this place is. Just keep in mind you are going there to focus on you. Absorb all the group information and take notes. The staff os all amazing!
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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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Inpatient rehabs provide a safe, supportive environment for clients to focus on their recovery secure from outside distractions, stressors, and triggers. Clients receive housing, meals, and intensive clinical supervision. They also engage in extensive addiction counseling, often including group and family therapy. Many programs prioritize recovery-focused life skills training to support clients' reintegration into their home, workplace, school, and community. Evidence-based holistic therapies, such as yoga, acupuncture, meditation, hypnotherapy, or animal therapy, may also be provided.
Intensive outpatient programs provide an intermediate level of care, often supporting clients' transition from inpatient rehab to outpatient treatment. Most IOP programs require a minimum of nine therapeutic hours weekly, but clients may receive up to 20 hours of care, with the intensity and frequency of care declining as clients grow stronger in their sobriety. Intensive outpatient treatment generally combines addiction counseling, recovery education, holistic therapies, and, for some, medication assisted treatment (MAT).
Rehab aftercare programs offer continuing care for clients in the maintenance phase of recovery and are designed to evolve over time. Outpatient treatment is generally categorized as drug rehab aftercare, but many clients continue to receive services after being discharged from formal care. These services are customized to clients' unique recovery goals, but typically include medical, mental health, and social services. Clients' case manager and recovery team play a key role in developing the client's care plan.
12 step programs are designed to enable participants to understand and address the root causes of their addiction, accept responsibility for their life choices, and relinquish control over that which they cannot change. Participants are expected to regularly attend 12 step meetings and to be mentored in their recovery journey by a self-selected sponsor. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to the public. A variety of formats are available, including programs for seniors, teens, family members, and nondenominational Christians.
A sober living home in Missouri is designed to foster character development, accountability, camaraderie, and mutual peer encouragement. In this communal-living setting, individuals in recovery share household responsibilities and participate in 12-step programs together. Residents can remain in the home as long as they want, as long as they follow the house rules. An average stay in men's or women's sober living lasts between five and eight months.
Designed for individuals who don't require 24/7 monitoring, a partial hospitalization program (PHP) provides intensive-level treatment while allowing you to stay at home. PHP treatment typically requires a commitment of at least 20 hours of treatment per week for an average duration of 90 days. Services commonly offered in PHP include medication management and evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Insurance coverage for PHP treatment may vary depending on your provider.
At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.
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.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Missouri usually involves several phases: detox, rehab, and aftercare. The rehab phase may include a combination of inpatient and outpatient treatments, as the individual moves through a continuum of care on their recovery journey.
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.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
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.
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.
Equine TherapyPeer support within a group therapy session in Missouri allows you to interact with your peers who are also struggling with drug addiction. You can share your stories and learn how to express your emotions openly in a non judgmental setting. These strategies help to reduce your feelings of isolation which are often associated with addiction.
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 (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Couples therapy in Missouri deals with the problems each partner has within themselves and with each other. Sessions may be held jointly and others individually to address these issues and help each partner learn how to manage challenges in healthy ways.
The Family Wellness Program allows family members to become engaged in the process of helping and supporting their loved one. At The Aviary, they take the opportunity to create an experience that is safe, supportive, educational and positive for the family and loved ones of the alcoholic or addict. They take the time to provide education about communication, accountability and support groups.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. All meals during your stay will be provided and prepared on site by a dietary team, overseen by their chef that focuses on nutritional balance and diversity. If you have any dietary restrictions, please notify the staff immediately so that they can accommodate you appropriately. In addition to these mealtimes, you have access to healthy snack options that are provided. They focus on balance: caloric intake is a priority of their integrated whole health approach.
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Accreditations
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
Accreditation Number: 601010
Contact Information
22933 Highway 61
Eolia, MO 63344
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