What Is Outpatient Rehab?

Rehab is a broad term, as these days there are a multitude of different approaches, treatment modalities, and amenities that rehabs offer. If you are seeking rehab for yourself or a loved one, it is important to be aware of your options so you can make the most informed decision. One of the first decisions an individual must make when choosing a rehab is what level of care they need. If possible, discussing this with an addiction specialist or medical professional is beneficial. The two most common options are inpatient and outpatient rehab. 

What Is Outpatient Rehab? 

In contrast to inpatient rehab, which is full-time and includes housing facilities, outpatient rehab options can vary: some may meet 5 days per week, while others meet 3 days per week. Outpatient rehab is a part-time commitment, and allows individuals the flexibility and freedom to live at home and maintain a job. However, for individuals early in their treatment and recovery, remaining in the environment where they drank or used can be triggering, and more likely to lead to relapse. Many individuals enroll in outpatient rehab after completing an inpatient rehab program. 

Benefits Of Outpatient Rehab

Flexibility 

Outpatient rehab allows clients to maintain a job and other responsibilities while receiving addiction treatment, which for some, is the only way they are able to participate. It also allows individuals to live at home, or in a sober-living house, and drive themselves to and from rehab. While this flexibility and freedom may feel good, it is important for someone seeking initial treatment to consider whether this is the best option in the beginning. Outpatient rehab does not have the supervision that many need in the beginning, which is why outpatient rehab can often be extremely beneficial as a “step down” treatment after successfully completing an inpatient program. 

Lower Cost

Outpatient rehab costs less than inpatient rehab, because it is part-time and does not include housing and round-the-clock care. If finances don’t allow for an individual to participate in inpatient rehab, intensive outpatient rehab is a great alternative. 

“Real World” Support

While inpatient rehab creates a safe and secure bubble in which to receive treatment without the temptation or availability of drugs and alcohol, that situation is temporary, and upon completing the program, individuals are back in a world where substances are accessible. This can be a huge shock and challenge for many, which is why outpatient rehab is recommended even for those who completed inpatient rehab, as a way to receive continued support when navigating life’s challenges while sober, including cravings, work, and family responsibilities and stressors. 

Continued Care

There are several levels of outpatient rehab, with some ranging from 5 days a week, some to 3, as well as aftercare programs that meet once per week. The flexibility of outpatient rehab allows individuals to receive the level of treatment and support they need while adjusting to living a sober life. 

Oasis Recovery Can Help

If you or a loved one are seeking addiction rehab, the professionals at Oasis Recovery in North Carolina are here to help guide you through the process. Oasis Recovery offers both inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as aftercare programs, to help individuals regain a sense of confidence and well-being in their life. You can always turn your life around, form new habits and new goals, and create a better tomorrow for you and your loved ones.

At Oasis Recovery, we prioritize making sure you are safe and secure while you undergo treatment. Your safety is always a top priority for us. When developing a treatment plan, we work with our clients to understand their expectations and goals and formulate a strategy that will be ideal for your specific circumstances. Reach out to us today and speak with a specialist about how our services and programs can benefit you.