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Drug and Alcohol Rehab and Recovery Resources in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, Washington sits at the foot of Commencement Bay and serves as Washington State's largest port, conducting both domestic and international trade. Its economy is diverse, as is its population. Like all other American cities, Tacoma deals with substance abuse and alcoholism.
Washington has legalized the recreational use of marijuana. Yet drugs like heroin, meth, ecstasy and cocaine, and excessive alcohol pose a threat to public health and safety. If your family is affected by drugs or alcohol, Northpoint Recovery can guide you to the local support you need.
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Addiction can affect anyone and everyone. One of the most commonly abused drugs is prescription opioids, like OxyContin. According to a report from the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department in 2017, the number of people that are admitted into treatment programs for heroin and prescription opioids has more than doubled since 2017. Those who are between the ages of 18 to 29 are among those who are most at risk of developing an addiction.
Prescription opioids are not the only drugs wreaking havoc in Tacoma. Illegal drugs, like cocaine, methamphetamine and cocaine, are just as big of a problem. Not to mention, many people also struggle with heavy drinking. People of all backgrounds are becoming addicts. There isn't a demographic that's more likely to get addicted than others.
Some of the nicest and most successful people are getting addicted to drugs and alcohol too. The addiction often spirals out of control at an alarming rate. Many celebrities, like Anthony Bourdain and Demi Lovato, have also fallen victim to addiction.
In the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue MSA, an average of 528,000 residents over the age of 12 report illicit drug use each year. This is about 19% of the population.
Drug and alcohol abuse can lead to devastating effects. It can lead to permanent and severe health complications. In extreme cases, it can lead to death. In 2012, overdoses caused more accidental deaths than motor vehicle accidents for people between the ages of 25 and 64.
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Our treatment programs have helped many alcoholics and drug addicts get clean and sober. Check out our testimonials to see what past clients have thought about us. We continue to work around-the-clock to make sure that our patients receive top-of-the-line care. Our goal is to help patients achieve lifelong sobriety and to develop a healthier lifestyle.
Although we're in another state, there's a good chance that we accept your health insurance plan. Private insurance may cover not only the cost of treatment, but also travel expenses to and from our drug and alcohol rehab facility. However, we have Washington State facilities as well for those looking to stay closer to home.
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Read Our BlogWhat is Addiction?
An addiction occurs when someone uses a substance or participates in a behavior that changes the brain. Addictions usually refer to a physical and chemical dependence on various substances. However, there are actually many different types of addictions.
It's normal to feel curious about alcohol or drugs when you've never tried them. Unfortunately, this is how addictions get started.
Most people never plan on using substances repeatedly. They never plan on developing an addiction. They may use drugs or alcohol, but feel that they can stop any time they want to. Likewise, they could participate in addictive behaviors with the full intention of stopping. Once an addiction forms, it's too late to just quit.
Once a person is suffering from an addiction, it has taken over his or her life. People that were once really important to him or her just don't matter as much anymore. The affected individual may stop participating in events, hobbies and activities he or she once enjoyed. His or her sole focus goes toward the addiction. It is in control of the individual in question.
Because of its compulsive and relapsing nature, addiction has been labeled a disease. This means that it requires ongoing treatment in order for recovery to be possible. This is very important because it's usually not possible to recover from an addiction on your own.
Addictive Behaviors
What people often don't realize is that there are certain addictive behaviors that are problematic too. Compulsive and addictive behaviors are issues that many people deal with regularly. Research has shown that these behaviors cause as many issues in other areas of life as drugs and alcohol too. Many studies have proven that any type of addictive behavior will cause the same type of changes in the brain.
There many different examples of addictive behaviors. All of these are harmful, and yet, people often live in denial of their actions. Most people with addictive behavior patterns won't seek help because they just don't see a need to.
Some common addictive behaviors may include:
- Having a shopping addiction, which is the compulsive need to go shopping and spend money.
- Having a video game addiction, which is the need to spend as much time as possible playing video games.
- Struggling with a pornography addiction, which is the compulsion to view pornography through different forms of media.
- Dealing with an internet addiction, which is the need to spend countless hours online.
- Struggling with a gambling addiction, which is the compulsion to spend time gambling at casinos, to spend money on the lottery, or to gamble in other ways.
When someone has a behavioral addiction, it takes over his or her life completely. It’s also easy for pastimes to quickly become an addictive behavior without notice.
Yes, an addiction can be treated, and it also should be treated professionally. There are many different ways to treat an addiction. There's also no such thing as the "right" way to treat an addiction. What works well for one person might not work so well for another. Some people require inpatient treatment to be successful. Others may do very well in an outpatient or an intensive outpatient setting.
It's important for you to understand that recovering from an addiction is possible. Thousands of people do it successfully every year. It isn't easy to recover when you're an addict, but the support you need is available for you.
If the use of drugs or alcohol has become a problem for you or someone you love, there are caring people who want to help you, not judge you. To learn more about sobriety and support in Tacoma, see the resources listed below.
What is Drug Addiction?
A drug addiction is a chronic, relapsing disease that centers around the use of drugs. It's hard, and in some cases, even impossible to control. People with drug addictions will continue to use drugs, even if they may face negative consequences. They aren't concerned with the health effects of using drugs, or of the personal issues that could arise.
People with drug addictions will frequently relapse many times before they are drug-free.
This is dangerous because it puts them at risk for a deadly overdose. Ongoing treatment is necessary in order for people to stop using drugs safely once they're addicted.
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Drug Addiction Treatment
In order to recover from a drug addiction, treatment must be made available to the addict. Most people are not able to recover from drug addictions on their own. It's also very risky to attempt going cold turkey for most types of drugs.
There are many steps involved when you go through drug treatment. These steps include:
- Going through a professional drug detox. This helps your body get rid of the toxins associated with your drug use.
- Obtaining behavioral counseling, which will assist you in changing the behaviors related to drug use.
- Taking medications. Many medications have been approved to treat drug addictions.
- Getting co-Occurring disorder treatment. This will help to identify and address any underlying mental health conditions. These conditions often contribute to addictions.
- Getting long-term treatment once acute drug rehab is over. This may include becoming involved in an IOP program, or going to outpatient drug rehab. It can also include going to Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a well-known and highly respected 12-step program with groups across the country. NA welcomes those who are maintaining their sobriety after completing a rehabilitation program. But, members don’t necessarily have to complete a substance abuse treatment program before they go to a meeting. These meetings may be the place where a new attendee first learns about rehab programs and what each program can offer. NA meetings are free. You can easily find NA meetings in Tacoma.
Finding an NA meeting that you're comfortable with is really important. It's also important to attend your meeting regularly. If you're not comfortable after going to a meeting, there are many other NA meetings you can choose from. You're sure to find one that feels right for you.
When you go to an NA meeting for the first time, you're likely to be nervous. There's no reason to feel nervous at all. Remember, everyone there once had their first meeting too. They will be happy to see you, and you'll feel welcome.
You won't be asked to share anything until you're comfortable. You'll probably find that you'll just listen to what others have to say. There may be a speaker that leads the meetings. If not, other participants may talk about their experiences with drugs. These meetings should touch on some important skills, like how to stop intrusive thoughts, but, above all, you should find the meeting to be uplifting and encouraging.
There are quite a few NA meetings in Tacoma. Check the schedule below to see which meeting may work best for you. It’s a good idea to check the NA website for the Tacoma area to determine which meetings are open meetings, which means that anyone is welcome, and which meetings are closed meetings, which means that only recovering alcohol abusers can attend.
It’s possible to also verify whether the meeting locations offer handicap access and whether the meetings are gender-specific. Some NA meetings also offer a type of dual diagnosis treatment. Drugs are not the only subjects being discussed.
Some of the listings will also provide further information on the meetings. This will include whether they allow participants to go through daily reflections only or whether they include educational components through speaker discussions, book studies and step studies.
Sundays
6:00 PM
Eee Koosh Ewa
602 N. Orchard St., Tacoma, WA 98406
7:00 PM
NA at the VA
9600 Veterans Dr SW, Tacoma, WA 98493
Mondays
12:00 PM
Noon Book Study
621 Tacoma Ave S
6:30 PM
Tacoma Women's Meeting
(Men Are Welcome)
6613 S Cheyenne St.
7:00 PM
God Box
902 Market St.
Tuesdays
12:00 PM
Noon Book Study
621 Tacoma Ave S
6:30 PM
Living Clean
2419 East 72nd St.
7:00 PM
Those Addicts
14815 Pacific Ave S
Wednesdays
12:00 PM
Noon Book Study
621 Tacoma Ave S
6:30 PM
Good Orderly Direction
1211 South I St.
7:00 PM
Impromptu
6511 S C St.
Thursdays
12:00 PM
Noon Book Study
621 Tacoma Ave S
6:30 PM
We Are Family
310 North K St.
7:00 PM
A Chair with Your Name On It
11101 Bingham Ave E
Fridays
12:00 PM
Noon Book Study
621 Tacoma Ave S
6:00 PM
Right Direction
2124 MLK Jr. Way
7:00 PM
Breaking the Chains
6613 S Cheyenne St.
10:00 PM
4th Meeting
310 North K St.
Saturdays
12:00 PM
People's Community Center
1602 MLK Jr. Way
3:00 PM
A Chair with Your Name On It
11101 Bingham Ave E.
What is Alcohol Addiction?
An alcohol addiction is a condition that's also called alcoholism. It is a disease that doesn't discriminate. Anyone can develop an alcohol addiction when they consume too much alcohol on a regular basis.
Alcoholism isn't something that can be controlled.
If you are an alcoholic, it's not your fault. However, it is important to realize the need for treatment. Recovering from alcoholism isn't something you can do without the right support and help.
Alcohol Addiction Treatment
When you can no longer control your alcohol use, it's time to consider getting help. Alcohol treatment should be designed to speak to your specific needs. You may need to go through alcohol detox first. This is generally the first step of recovery for alcoholics. It's important to address the physical part of your addiction.
After alcohol detox, alcohol rehab is recommended. Most people find that they need an inpatient setting for alcohol treatment. This helps to remove any temptations to drink. It also makes it possible for them to learn about the root cause of their alcoholism.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is perhaps the best-known support group in the world. It is a fellowship of men and women all helping each other through their journey to get and stay sober. AA has spawned many subgroups that offer guidance and encouragement to family members as well. The 12 steps taught by AA help people regain control of their lives, and reach and maintain sobriety.
Anyone is welcome to come to most AA meetings in Tacoma, Washington. If a group is open, that means it is accepting new members. When you go to AA, you'll find that the people are all very helpful and encouraging. It's a great place to make likeminded new friends.
When looking for the right Tacoma AA meetings, check the meeting page to learn more about whether it is an open or closed meeting. You can also learn more about whether the meetings are for daily reflections, book studies, step studies or speaker discussions.
Sundays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
7:00 AM
LIVING SOBER TODAY
4420 N 41st St
7:30 AM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
SLEEP IN SUNDAY
3411 McKinley Avenue East
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
10:00 AM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
SURE WOULD SPIRITUAL GROUP
12505 Pacific Avenue South
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
12:30 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
1:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
2:00 PM
AMAA
901 North J Street
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
SUNDAY SUPER BOWLERS
6323 6th Avenue
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE
710 South Anderson Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:30 PM
FOLLOW-UP GROUP
1231 South 76th Street
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
10:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
Mondays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
8:00 AM
AMAA
901 North J Street
8:00 AM
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
8:30 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
9:30 AM
A SENIOR MOMENT
901 North J Street
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
FOUR CORNERS MEETING
Transmission Line Road
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
2:00 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
5:30 PM
TABLEMATE
710 South Anderson Street
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
NORTH STAR
2710 N Madison St
6:45 PM
WOMEN'S BIG BOOK STUDY GROUP
(For Women Only)
901 North J Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
MEN AT WORK
(For Men Only)
710 South Anderson Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
(For Men Only)
914 South I Street
TACOMA AREA'S YOUNG PEOPLE IN A.A.
3315 S 23rd St
PRIMARY PURPOSE GROUP T-TOWN
2910 North Starr Street
WOMEN INTO ACTION
(For Women Only)
1231 South 76th Street
EASTSIDE NEWCOMERS
5236 East B Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
FOUR HORSEMEN
(For Men Only)
3410 6th Avenue
7:15 PM
BRIDGE TO SERENITY
626 North Skyline Drive
7:30 PM
UNITY / DESTINY GROUP
310 North K Street
SUMMIT VIEW HIGHER POWER
5316 104th Street East
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
CENTRAL GROUP
2710 North Madison Street
10:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
Tuesdays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
AMAA
901 North J Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
10:30 AM
BIG BOOK STUDY
1201 South Jackson Avenue
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
DRY DOCK GROUP
3315 South 23rd Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
2:00 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
TIOSPAYE
1809 East 31st Street
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
5:30 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Avenue East
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
SEEKING SERENITY
2915 92nd St E
REAL ALCOHOLICS GROUP
759 South 45th Street
WOMEN IN EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY
(For Women Only)
4301 Browns Point Boulevard Northeast
SAFE HAVEN LITERATURE STUDY
1115 South 56th Street
SAFE HAVEN LITERATURE STUDY
1115 South 56th Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
RUSTON STUDY GROUP
2507 North Vassault Street
NORTHEND NEWCOMERS
2710 North Madison Street
FELLOWSHIP OF THE SPIRIT
6730 North 17th Street
FELLOWSHIP OF THE SPIRIT
6730 North 17th Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:30 PM
TUESDAY NIGHT MEN'S STAG
(For Men Only)
5236 East B Street
7:45 PM
NARROWS GROUP
1201 South Jackson Avenue
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
PUYALLUP A.I.R.
5316 104th Street East
10:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
Wednesdays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
AMAA
901 North J Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
9:30 AM
A SENIOR MOMENT
901 North J Street
10:00 AM
12 X 12 Group Women's Meeting
(For Women Only)
3597 South G Street
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
FOUR CORNERS MEETING
Transmission Line Road
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
2:00 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
4:30 PM
4TH DIMEN'SION
721 Fawcett Avenue
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
5:30 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
Miracle Of 56Th Women's Meeting
(For Women Only)
5221 South Tacoma Way
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FLIMSY REED
6301 Westgate Boulevard
FLIMSY REED
6301 Westgate Boulevard
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:30 PM
FOLLOW-UP GROUP
1231 South 76th Street
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
VISION GROUP
1615 6th Avenue
10:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
Thursdays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
AMAA
901 North J Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
DRY DOCK GROUP
3315 South 23rd Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
2:00 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
5:30 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
6:00 PM
ACCEPTANCE GROUP
2919 Portland Avenue East
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
SISTERS AT SEVEN
(For Women Only)
923 South 8th Street
NORTHEND NEWCOMERS
2710 North Madison Street
NATIVITY HOUSE
702 South 14th Street
TIOSPAYE
1809 East 31st Street
EASTSIDE NEWCOMERS
5236 East B Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:07 PM
DRY DOCK GROUP
3315 South 23rd Street
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
WE SPILLED LESS
524 South I Street
10:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
Fridays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
AMAA
901 North J Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
9:30 AM
A SENIOR MOMENT
901 North J Street
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
FOUR CORNERS MEETING
Transmission Line Road
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
2:00 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Avenue East
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
5:30 PM
MCKINLEY HALL
3407-3411 McKinley Avenue
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
A NEW HOPE
1717 S Union Ave
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
SPIRITUAL LINE
1001 North J Street
PUYALLUP A.I.R.
5316 104th Street East
FERNHILL GROUP
1231 South 76th Street
FRIDAY NIGHT SPEAKERS
5236 East B Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:07 PM
DRY DOCK GROUP
3315 South 23rd Street
7:30 PM
UNITY / DESTINY GROUP
310 North K Street
NORTH MASON GROUP
2710 North Madison Street
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
BOOK REVIEW MEETING
20 Tacoma Avenue South
10:00 PM
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
11:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
Saturdays
6:30 AM
SUNRISE GROUP
710 South Anderson Street
McKINLEY HALL
3411 McKinley Ave E
7:00 AM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
LIVING SOBER TODAY
4420 N 41st St
8:00 AM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
AMAA
901 North J Street
THE MORNING MEETING
2710 North Madison Street
9:00 AM
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
BY THE BOOK
310 North K Street
INTRODUCTION TO AA
710 South Anderson Street
10:00 AM
12 X 12 Men's Meeting Men
3597 South G Street
Fellowship Group Women's Meeting Women
914 South I Street
Noon
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
5:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
Saturday Speaker Beginners 1-2-3 Step
20 Tacoma Avenue South
6:30 PM
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
REGROUP
4420 North 41st Street
7:00 PM
12 X 12 GROUP
3597 South G Street
YOUNG GUNS
310 North K Street
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
7:15 PM
MISSION POSSIBLE
425 South Tacoma Way
7:30 PM
SATURDAY SPEAKERS GROUP
20 Tacoma Avenue South
8:00 PM
LA LUZ
8833 Pacific Avenue South
FELLOWSHIP GROUP
914 South I Street
Fellowship Group Men's Meeting Men
914 South I Street
JOLLEY GROUP
140 East 56th Street
JOLLEY GROUP
140 East 56th Street
10:00 PM
MIRACLE OF 56TH
5221 South Tacoma Way
11:00 PM
NIGHT CAP
5601 S Puget Sound Ave
Al-Anon and Alateen Support
Families often suffer the most when a loved one has an addiction. Quite often, addicts are left on their own with only their friends and family members to help them. This is challenging because many people have never dealt with addiction before. That's why it's so important for loved ones to get the help and support they need from Alateen and Al-Anon meetings in Tacoma.
Al-Anon meetings don’t only offer guidance. They can also help members figure out whether their loved ones are addicts. For example, you can learn more about whether you are married to an addict. It’s not unusual for addicts to deny that they have a problem. They may claim that they only use drugs recreationally; however, loved ones may notice significant behavioral changes.
Al-Anon and Alateen are there for family members, including children and teenagers who are affected by a loved one's drinking or drug abuse. These meetings are free. They also provide guidance with boundary-setting, self-care and on how to live with a person who is recovering from or still living with addiction.
It's easy to find Al-Anon meetings in Tacoma that are right for you. Anyone who is dealing with an addict can join an Al-Anon meeting. If you have a teenager with a family member struggling with addiction, Alateen may be a better choice for them. These meetings consist of only teenagers. As a result, they are more likely to discuss topics and issues that are relevant to this demographic.
Al-Anon and Alateen meetings are also separated into open and closed meetings. Open meetings welcome anyone. Closed meetings are not accepting new members. They are only for current and prospective members.
You'll find that there are a large number of groups that you can choose from. This makes it easy to find the right location and time for your meeting.
Sunday
5:00 PM
Regroup AFG
4420 North 41st St.
6:30 PM
Beginners Meeting
1231 S 76th St.
Monday
8:00 PM
Tacoma All Men's AFG
(Closed Meeting; For Men Only)
1201 S Jackson Ave.
Tuesday
5:00 PM
Serenity Seekers AFG
(Closed meeting)
5816 McKinley Ave.
5:45 PM
Hope, Love and Compassion
1717 S. Union Ave.
Wednesday
10:00 AM
Tacoma Daytime
(Closed Meeting)
104 E. 56th St.
5:30 PM
Adult Children AFG
621 Tacoma Ave.
7:00 PM
New Life AFG
1231 S 76th St.
Friday
7:00 PM
Yes AFG
(Closed meeting)
1231 S 76th St.
Saturday
9:00 AM
Rocky Bottom AFG
901 North J. St.
NOON
Courage, Strength and Inspiration
1717 South Union Ave.
Choosing a Rehab Facility
There are 2 inpatient treatment centers and over 25 outpatient treatment centers in Tacoma, Washington. This means that you a lot of options to choose from. Treatment centers are a bit different from detox centers. While detox centers only offer detox services, treatment centers offer a wide range of addiction treatment services, from counseling to behavioral therapy and more.
Most alcohol and drug rehab facilities offer one of two different levels of care: inpatient or outpatient. Some rehab facilities are able to offer both levels of care for patients. There’s a huge difference between the two. They are designed for patients with very different needs.
Inpatient treatment programs are also known as residential treatment programs. These programs are unique. They offer a high level of care, as patients are under 24/7 supervision and care. These programs generally take anywhere from 28 to 90 days to complete. Addicts who have abused substances for a longer period of time or are more likely to experience dangerous withdrawal symptoms are more likely to receive a longer treatment.
So, is inpatient care right for you or a loved one who is struggling with addiction? This type of program is highly recommended for addicts who:
- Are likely to experience dangerous withdrawal symptoms, like delirium tremens, due to their addiction
- Have abused drugs for a long period of time or take a large dose due to their increased tolerance
- Have already tried quitting before, but have always failed and relapsed
- Are trying to quit drinking or drug abuse for the first time and would like some extra support
- Come from a stressful home environment that’s filled with triggers and negative influences
In general, inpatient programs usually start with a detox program that helps remove all toxins from the body. The detox process will take about 7 days to complete. Once that process is complete, patients can move onto other parts of their treatment plan.
Outpatient care is quite different from inpatient care. For one, patients do not receive around-the-clock treatment. Instead, they are able to come and go as they please. They can choose when they would like to receive treatment and when they would like to go home.
This type of treatment program is ideal for those who have more of a handle on their emotions and their behaviors. These people may be more likely to have already completed an addiction treatment plan. If not, they may struggle with just a mild addiction. Addicts who choose outpatient care are also not likely to experience dangerous withdrawal symptoms, like delirium tremens.
With that said, outpatient programs come in different levels. Each level offers a different amount of care. Some of the most common and popular types of outpatient programs include:
- Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs). These programs are the most intense type of outpatient program out there. Patients must agree to 5 days of treatment every week and at least 20 hours of direct treatment service. Patients can choose whether they would like to get treated during the day or at night.
- Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). These programs are a bit less intense than PHPs. Patients must agree to 9 hours of therapy every week.
- Standard programs. There are no obligations or commitments involved with these programs. Patients simply schedule in treatment whenever they need it.
Outpatient programs are often a bit more affordable than inpatient programs. They, however, do not give patients easy access to treatment. They’re also not able to offer as individualized of a recovery experience.
Northpoint Recovery is an inpatient treatment facility. Our 22-bed rehab facility offers substance abuse treatment for all types of addictions. Patients can be addicted to alcohol, drugs or a mixture of both. We also offer dual diagnosis treatment, so we can cater to patients who also struggle with a mental health disorder, like anxiety or depression.
There are many reasons to opt for inpatient treatment. In fact, we highly recommend it! This is because inpatient care can offer the following benefits over outpatient care:
- A highly individualized and personalized experience. Dealing with an addiction can be rough, and everyone needs something different in order to successfully get sober. It’s important that each part of the treatment plan can cater to each patient’s needs. With inpatient care, patients can try out different types of therapies and choose the ones that work best for them. The dose of their medications will also be altered to fit their bodily response.
- Around-the-clock care and easy access to therapists, doctors, and more. Patients receive 24/7 support and care at an inpatient facility. They can easily reach out and find a doctor or a nursing staff if they feel unwell. If they ever want to talk to someone, a therapist is always available.
- A new environment. Let’s face it. Dealing with an addiction can be difficult at home. This is especially true for those who have stressful home environments. With inpatient care, patients get to start new in a new environment that’s free of external stimuli and negative influences. They can hunker down and focus on their recovery without any interruptions.
If an inpatient facility isn’t the right fit for you, we can connect you with our sister outpatient treatment facilities. One of them is also located in Boise, ID.
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It doesn’t matter whether you are struggling with a mild addiction or something more serious. Northpoint Recovery can offer you the addiction treatment that you need to break free from the chains of addiction and get clean. We recognize and understand how hard that can be, so we’ve tried to make it as easy as possible.
Northpoint Recovery offers a wide range of treatment options. Patients can enjoy a wide variety of therapies and also have access to different types of detox programs. The reason why we offer so many options is because we recognize and understand that everyone needs something different. We’re here to make sure that you have everything that you need.
If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our admissions team can give you more information on the type of programs that we offer. We can also direct you the right places to look for the support and resources you’re looking for in Tacoma, WA. We hope to help you achieve lifelong sobriety. Let us help you put addiction behind you.
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