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Where can I find FAQs specifically for the Pain Recovery Program?

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For a complete list of FAQs about the Pain Recovery Program, please click here.

What will we learn by attending the Family Wellness Program?

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Family Wellness Program is a comprehensive, three-day program which includes education, therapy and support. The goals of the program are to ensure that family members understand how the disease of addiction impacts their loved ones and themselves. With an understanding of the disease process, it becomes much easier to manage emotions, explore options, create healthy expectations and boundaries and develop recovery plans.

Who should attend the Family Wellness Program? Do I have to be immediate family?

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

For this program, “family” includes anyone who has a close relationship with the person in treatment and intends to maintain a supportive relationship with that person as they continue in their recovery. This can be a spouse/partner, parent, sibling, cousin, child (15 years and older), close friend, etc.

Will I automatically be invited/allowed to attend the Family Wellness Program if I have a family member in treatment at Ashley?

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The foundation of treatment at Ashley is the respect and dignity of all patients. To that end, only family and friends that the patient approves to attend the Family Wellness Program will be invited to participate. We uphold the patients’ wishes regarding their contact with loved ones during treatment, which includes family members who would be on campus to participate in this program.

What if my loved on in treatment does not want me to attend the Family Wellness Program? What can I do?

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Since we cannot invite family members to attend the program without the consent of the patient, we can suggest some reading material that may help you to understand the disease of addiction and how to begin family recovery. Please click here to see the recommended reading list, and call the Family Services Department at 410.273.2227 if you have questions.

Are there any books you can recommended for me and my family?

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Why should I attend the Family Wellness Program?

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Families do not automatically heal when their loved ones find recovery. Rather, as witnesses to their loved one’s struggles, family members need to examine ways in which the disease has affected them. They need to attend to their own wounds and discover ways to mend.

Further, studies indicate that when the family participates in recovery opportunities like the Family Wellness Program, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon, everyone benefits. Family health is significantly improved and relapse rates for the addicted person are lowered.

By attending the Family Wellness Program, you and your loved ones will be better equipped to handle the transitions to come and more knowledgeable about what to expect when your loved one discharges from Father Martin’s Ashley.

Will my loved one be with me during the Family Wellness Program?

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Family Wellness Program includes three therapeutic sessions in which you and your loved one will work together along with therapists. On Friday, you have the opportunity to meet with your loved one and his or her counselor. On Saturday, your family will participate in a group therapy session together. On Sunday, your family will work together on a Family Recovery Plan. You will also have time together during meals and breaks. Through these different activities, your family will be able to express concerns and ask questions with the guidance of counselors. You will also have the opportunity to discuss expectations and develop plans together to maintain family recovery.

What happens when my loved on is discharged from Ashley?

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Your loved one will receive a written Continuing Care Plan that includes both 12-step oriented and professional care resources that are recommended for them as they leave Ashley. Each patient’s counselor and the clinical team work to create personalized plans that will help each Ashley graduate continue into successful recovery. Often, appointments for continued care are scheduled for the patient so they have their first round of their Continuing Care plan already set up for them. Our Alumni Department matches each upcoming Ashley graduate with an alumnus of our program, giving each graduate extra support as he or she transition into life after treatment. Click here to learn more about Continuing Care after Ashley.

What is the Family Wellness Program schedule?

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Friday – The Disease of Chemical Addiction and Its Effects – Carpenter Hall

8:00 to 8:30            Registration       Residents may visit with family in Carpenter Hall.
8:30 to 8:50            Orientation
8:50 to 10:10          Neurobiology
10:10 to 10:30       Break
10:30 to 11:30        Physiology
11:30 to 12:30        Lunch Break       Families and residents will be at separate tables.
12:30 to 2:00          Progression of Addiction for All
                              Codependency
                              Impact on Children
                              Detachment
2:00 to 3:30            Counselor Meetings plus Break   Families and residents together.
3:30 to 5:00            Enabling and Homework Assignments
5:00 to 6:30            Dinner Break               Families and residents eat together.

Saturday – Recovery Planning – Carpenter Hall

8:00 to 8:30           Gather                   Families and residents together.
8:30 to 11:30       Multi-Family Group Therapy       Families and residents together.
11:30 to 1:00       Lunch Break               Families and residents eat together.
1:00 to 2:15           Stages of Recovery for All and Common Obstacles
2:15 to 2:45           Break                   Time to visit together.
2:45 to 3:45           Alumni and 12 Step Information and Homework Assignments
3:45 to 4:00           Break                   Time to visit together.
4:00 to 5:00           Al-Anon/Nar-Anon Meeting
5:00 to 6:30           Dinner Break               Families and residents eat together.

Sunday – Commitment to Recovery – Carpenter Hall

8:15 to 8:50           Stress Management
9:00 to 10:00       Chapel or Break or Video       Families and residents can be together.
10:00 to 11:30       Relapse Process and Prevention
11:30 to 12:30       Lunch Break               Families and residents eat together.
12:30 to 2:00       Family Recovery Planning       Families and residents together.
2:00 to 2:10          Turn in Evaluations and Mailing List Forms   Families and residents.
2:10 to 3:00          Family Graduation           Families and residents together.
3:00 to 3:30          Visitation               Families and residents together.
3:45                      Patient Commencement (optional for families)

Click here to download a pdf of the schedule.

Where do family members stay when they attend the three-day family program?

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Click here for a list of recommended local accommodations for your stay in or near Havre de Grace, MD to attend the Family Wellness Program. If you need transportation assistance, please call the Family Services Department at 410.273.2227, or click here to send an email to discuss your needs.

Where can I get immediate help?

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

For information on where to find local 12-step meetings, contact Al-Anon at 800.344.2666 or at www.Al-Anon.org. Contact Nar-Anon at 800.477.6291 or www.Nar-Anon.org. To find a counselor, call your insurance company and ask for a list of counselors who are in-network and have an addiction specialty. Click here to see our recommended reading list for families.

I have a conflict and can't attend Family Wellness while my loved one is in treatment at Ashley. Can I come at a later date?

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It is possible to attend the Family Wellness Program after your loved one’s discharge from inpatient treatment. Your loved one may return to campus with you, so that they can participate in the patient-family counseling sessions as they would if they were still in treatment. Also, please arrange to attend the Family Wellness Program as soon as possible after your loved one’s discharge from Ashley. Call the Family Services Department at 410.273.2227, or click here to send an email for more information on registration.

When and where is the Rainbow of Hope Children’s Program?

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Rainbow of Hope Children and Youth Program is held on the second Saturday of every month from 8:45 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the White House on Ashley’s campus in Havre de Grace, MD. Click here for directions to campus.

Who should attend the Children’s Program?

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The program is open to young people ages 6 to 14 and their parents and caregivers. During the day, the children are spit into smaller groups depending on their age so that their developmental needs are respected.

Is the Children’s Program only open to Ashley graduates?

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

No. The Rainbow of Hope Children’s Program is open to any family that has been touched by addiction.

I don’t think my children have been aware of or impacted by the addiction problems in the family. Will this program do more harm than good?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Addiction in the home causes disruption to the extent that children are affected. Children are intuitive, but often do not have the developmental capacity to make sense of what they are feeling. When we pretend that everything is fine when it is not, children can become confused and have problems with reality testing and trust later on in life.

Children from chemically dependent families are at the highest risk for developing substance abuse problems of their own. Additionally, even if they don’t know exactly what has been happening in the family, children often have a stress response. Some act out, some withdraw and some take on the responsibility of making things okay in the home again. They may exhibit symptoms of depression and anxiety, have higher health care costs than children from non-addicted families, have problems with abstraction and conceptual thinking, and score lower on tests measuring verbal ability.

The good news is that these children may benefit from adult efforts to help them and can learn coping and resiliency skills that protect and support them.

In the Rainbow of Hope Children’s Program, information is shared in a way that allows children to better understand addiction in general, explore their feelings and investigate ways to care for themselves. We follow their lead and do not overwhelm them with information.

What will you tell my children about me and my addiction?

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We do not share with your children any personal information about you or your addiction. Rather, we allow a space for the children to safely gain knowledge about addiction in general and to brainstorm ways that they can take good care of themselves whenever they are dealing with life’s difficulties. We encourage the children to keep hope and love alive because recovery is real.

The children learn enough about addiction to be able to understand that it is neither their fault nor their responsibility to fix. They also are given some basic information about the genetic qualities of this disease. They learn that they are at greater risk of being harmed by drugs of abuse and, therefore, need to avoid them.

Additionally, the children are given information about what recovery can mean for them. They learn that when we reach out to helpful, trustworthy grown ups and friends it can make hard times easier. Problem solving techniques are reviewed. Children are encouraged to stop, think, act, use their resources and review their decisions. We also encourage the children to explore ways in which to remove themselves from unhealthy situations and to be assertive. The children brainstorm ways to care for themselves physically and emotionally, recognizing that there are many choices to make when we are feeling sad, upset or scared. Some choices are healthier than others. We practice healthy behaviors within the program and encourage each other. We celebrate the unique skills that each child brings with them, noting that these strengths can be helpful when having tough times.

What will I be learning in the Caregiver's Program?

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Caregiver’s Program, held while the children are in their program, provides information on how children can be impacted by addiction and ways in which to keep the lines of communication open. Discussions allow for specific concerns and questions to be addressed. Many of the adult participants of the Children’s Program find relief in knowing that they are not alone and that other families share similar experiences. They also express thanks for the opportunity to learn and practice new skills and to connect more strongly with their children.

Do you treat addiction to, and detoxification from, any and all drugs? What drug addictions do you treat?

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Categories and Drug Names treated at Ashley

Cannabinoids

Hashish
Marijuana

Depressants

Alcohol
Ambien(Zolpidem)
Barbiturates (Phenobarbital, Butalbital)
Benzodiazepines: (Ativan/lorazepam, Halcion/triazolam, Klonopin/clonazepam, Librium/chloridiazepoxide, Restoril/temazepam, Valium/diazepam, Xanax/alprazolam
Flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)
GHB(gamma-hydroxybutyric acid)
Lunesta (Eszopiclone)
Methaqualone (Quaaludes)
Sonata (Zaleplon

Dissociative Anesthetics

Ketamine
PCP

Hallucinogens

Ecstasy
LSD
Mescaline
Mushrooms/Psilocybin

Opioids and Morphine Derivatives

*Buprenorphine (Buprenex, Subutex, Suboxone)
Butorphanol (Stadol)
Codeine
Fentanyl (Actiq, Duragesic, Sublimaze)
Heroin
Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab)
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
*Methadone (Dolophin, Methadose)
Morphine
Opium
Oxycodone (Oxycontin, Endocet, Percocet, Roxicet, Roxicodone, Tylox)
Oxymorphone (Opana)
Propoxyphene (Darvon)

*Certain guidelines apply for those who have been taking methadone. Please contact our Admissions Department to discuss.

Stimulants

Amphetamines (Adderall)
Cocaine
Dextroamphetamine
Lisdexamphetamine (Vyvanse)
MDMA (Ecstacy)
Methamphetamine
Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Focalin)
Phentermine (Apidex)

Other Compounds

Anabolic Steroids
Inhalants Prescription Drugs
Dextromethorphan (DXM)
Inhalants (Amyl and Butyl Nitrate, Nitrous Oxide, Glue)

*If the drug of choice is not listed here, please call our Admissions Department at 800.799.4673 Ext. 213 or 410.273.2213, or click here to send email and we will advise.

What questions should I ask when choosing an alcohol and drug addiction treatment center?

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Treatment Center Questions

Do you have a full-time, on-site medical director?
Do you have a full-time, on-site psychiatrist?
What other medical staff is available? Are they full-time, on-site?
Is medical care available on-site 24hrs a day?
How is detox handled? Do you provide detoxification on-site?
I’ve heard about medicines to help alcoholism and addiction detox cravings—do you have them available?
What is your counselor to patient ratio?
How many patients can you accommodate? What is the age range?
I/my family member has been in treatment before- will they receive different treatment this time? Do you treat folks in relapse differently from those in primary treatment? How is it different?
Do you have counselors who specialize in relapse? Do they have special certifications for relapse?
How much are the patients under supervision, and by whom?
Do you have day rooms? Are patients allowed to watch TV? How many hours a day?
Do you have a young adult track? Please describe.
Describe the physical grounds and property - size, location, outdoor space.
I think there may be a psychiatric illness besides addiction that’s happening—can you figure that out? Who would treat this?
Do you treat co-occurring disorders or medical conditions?
Is there opportunity for exercise and outdoor time? Please describe.
What are your policies on patient media (phones, iPods, TVs, PDAs, etc.) use?
Is there a dress code? What is it?
What are your restrictions/rules?
Are you twelve-step based?
How are patients’ spiritual needs met? Is there a chapel or meditation space?
How many hours of group therapy do patients get each day? Is it led by a certified counselor? How many patients are in each group?
Do patients get individual therapy? If so, how much per week?
Are there separate women’s groups?
Do patients attend outside 12 step groups? Are there 12-step group meetings on campus?
Do you offer transportation assistance—help to get to and from the airport or train?
What are your fees, what insurance do you accept?
Do you have a program for families and/or children? If so what?
Are there any chemical dependencies that you do not treat?
How long have you been in business?
Are you for-profit or non-profit?
Will I/my family member be able to keep working while in treatment?
Are patients allowed to come and go?
What about privacy? How do you assure confidentiality?
How long is treatment? Is there a minimum/maximum stay?
Is your facility accredited? What accreditation?
Do you do continuing care and after care planning? What does that entail?
What are the accommodations like? Number of beds per room?
Please describe the food and food service.
Will you be able to accommodate special dietary needs?
For what is your faculty best known?

Click here to download a printable pdf of these questions.

What is Ashley's policy for communicating with the referring professional?

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With proper patient consent, the referring professional will be contacted upon admission and again by the counselor assigned to your patient to learn your preferences for communications frequency, reporting method, and any other requirements.

When can I be admitted?

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Once it has been determined that Ashley is the appropriate program for you, your admission will be scheduled based on bed availability, usually within a few days. It is important to arrive at your scheduled admission time.

What is Ashley's bed availability?

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It is usually between one and five days.

Will my confidentiality and anonymity be protected?

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yes. Confidentiality and individual privacy are essential for quality treatment and expected of all staff and patients. During the admission process, you will be asked to sign an "Agreement to Abide by the Confidentiality Standards" set by Ashley and federal law. This means that we may not reveal your presence here or disclose any information identifying you as a patient unless you sign a release indicating your approval.

There may be times, however, when it may be necessary for us to release certain information about you to protect you or the wellbeing of others.

What is addiction treatment at Ashley? How is the program structured?

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Your treatment plan will be developed and monitored by Ashley's team of certified counselors, medical professionals, dietitian, physical fitness trainer, and other staff.

Treatment consists of individual sessions with your counselor, group therapy, educational lectures, daily 12-step meetings on campus, and daily meditation. Medically supervised detoxification occurs when appropriate, and medical and psychiatric care are available as needed. Other therapeutic activities include arts and crafts, aerobics, yoga, and group drumming with certified instructors. Ashley also offers optional daily spiritual services and support.

What is the length of stay?

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The program is built around a 28-day program of education and therapy. Longer stays can be accommodated when recommended after clinical assessment. Continuing care recommendations for the next level of treatment are part of all patient treatment plans.

Is Ashley a Catholic institution?

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

No. Ashley is a private, non-profit, non-denominational treatment center that treats people of all faiths, including those with no faith background. Our spiritual perspective is based on that of 12-step recovery programs. We are not affiliated with any religious institution.

What does the program cost?

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our Admissions Department can provide information about treatment program costs, insurance benefit submission process, and financing options. Please contact them at 800.799.4673 Ext. 213 or click here to send an email.

Our goal is to provide dignified are for you, or your loved one. Services included in the Ashley treatment program include group and individual therapy, educational sessions and materials, room, all meals and snacks, a medical history and physical examination, and initial laboratory services. Also included are access to recreation programs and facilities, transportation to and from local airports or train stations (when arranged in advance) and to outside 12 step meetings and medical appointments. Continuing care planning is also part of the main treatment fee.

Ashley provides laundry and housekeeping service for our patients, as well as towels, linens, and all meals and snacks. The Oak Store on campus sells personal-need items, recovery-related materials, and Ashley items. We also provide complementary transportation to a hair salon during the later part of each patient's stay. Patients pay directly for the salon service they use. Massage therapy is also available every Wednesday at an additional cost.

Separately billed services that are not included in the treatment cost include, but are not limited to, extra laboratory services, x-ray, prescription medication, specialized nursing care, Family Wellness Program, psychiatric consultations and follow-up, treatment or counseling once you leave Ashley, physical therapy, and medical treatment not otherwise provided by Ashley. Off-campus services not provided by Ashley such as emergency room and dental visits, and off-campus testing, are billed directly to patients.

How much notice is required to schedule admission?

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Once it has been determined from a phone intake interview that Ashley is the appropriate program for your patient, admission will be scheduled based on bed availability, usually between one to five days (unless a specific future date is requested).

Who is Father Martin?

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Father Joseph C. Martin, S.S., is the co-founder of Father Martin's Ashley treatment center. He was an internationally renowned addiction educator, and his lifelong dedication to dignified treatment for all alcoholics and addicts provides the basis for the care provided at Ashley.

Click here to learn more about Father Martin.

Will insurance cover treatment costs?

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

There is no easy answer to this question because insurance policies and procedures vary widely. Most insurance companies subcontract alcohol and addiction treatment to companies that provide mental-health case management. A case management company will review information from a patient's initial assessment to determine what level of care it deems medically necessary. Ashley provides the medical assessment information to the case management company, so that insurance benefits can then be determined.

This means that even if the patient's health insurance provides benefits for inpatient substance abuse treatment, the insurance company may not cover the recommended course of treatment at Ashley.

We work hard on our patients' behalf to provide the information required by their insurers and managed-care providers.

Does Ashley treat patients with a dual diagnosis?

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Co-occurring conditions can be managed as long as they are stable and do not require hospitalization. For example, we can manage patients with diabetes, hypertension, depression, and bipolar disorder as long as these conditions are stable enough not to interfere with the patient's participation in the program.

Where does the name Father Martin's Ashley come from?

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The name Father Martin’s Ashley is a tribute to our co-founders, Father Joseph Martin, a world-renowned alcoholism and addiction treatment expert, and Mae Abraham. “Ashley” is the surname of Mae’s family.

What is the 12-step philosophy?

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 12-step philosophy, based on the precepts of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and later Narcotics Anonymous (NA), is a focused and organized program of recovery. AA, founded in 1935, developed a successful recovery strategy that begins with admission and affirmation of the power of addiction, continues through a self-searching personal inventory, and builds to a supportive community of others who are at various stages of their own addiction recovery.

What about Ashley's staff?

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ashley hires only experienced counselors for clinical care, and most have been with us at least eight years. Counselors are certified by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors. Clinical counselors in the Relapse Program are trained and certified in the Gorski Relapse Method, and some of our counselors hold counseling licenses with private practice privileges. In the Family Wellness program, all counselors hold a master's degree in social work and are trained in family therapy.

Ashley's counselor-to-patient ratio is one certified counselor for about every eight or fewer patients. This assures that patients receive individual attention from counselors who are familiar with each patient's needs. Patients normally meet individually with counselors up to twice a week, and in group therapy daily (Monday through Friday).

In addition to counseling, medical, and administrative staff, Ashley employees provide food and housekeeping services and maintain our buildings and grounds.

What are the accommodations?

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

While at Ashley, you will stay in comfortable, attractive rooms with bath-- most are semi-private. During your stay, it may be necessary for us to change your room from the initial assignment to accommodate the medical and detoxification needs of incoming patients. Rooms and bathrooms are cleaned each day by our on-site housekeeping staff. Click here for a virtual tour.

Do you work with insurance companies?

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prior to admission, we will verify eligibility and obtain benefit information from your insurance company. Providing a benefit is available for treatment at Ashley, our utilization review staff works on the patient’s behalf to advocate for the maximum coverage for treatment allowed under their individual insurance plan. Insurance benefits are available based on your insurance plan’s specific medical necessity criteria being met.

For insurers that Ashley is not in network with and if an out of network benefit is available, we submit all forms and paperwork on behalf of the patient to ensure that they receive the appropriate reimbursement for authorized services without having to complete extensive paperwork.

If I fly or take a train, can Ashley provide transportation from the airport or train station?

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yes. We have staff drivers who can be scheduled to pick up from BWI (Baltimore-Washington International) or Philadelphia International airports, or from regional Amtrak stations (Baltimore, Wilmington, Philadelphia, or Aberdeen, the closest) depending on the patients’ medical and clinical status. Contact our Admissions department for details.

Pick-up, drop-off, and transportation to and from campus can also be scheduled for participants in the Family Wellness Program.

Does the program offer an individualized treatment program?

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Upon a patient’s admission, Ashley’s team of medical staff, counselors, dietary (when needed) and fitness experts assess the physical and mental health of the patient. The treatment plan is then modified as needed to address the patient’s individual needs and help them successfully pursue recovery.

Is Ashley a co-ed facility?

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yes, Ashley treats men and women age 18 and older.

What about my spirituality?

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We believe that chemical dependency is a disease of body, mind and spirit. Ashley provides opportunities for patients to address spiritual needs. Each day begins with "Morning Reflections" in Bantle Hall.

Mass is held daily — attendance is optional. An optional ecumenical service is offered on weekends and there are two spiritually-based lectures per week.

Personalized spiritual care is also available from our pastoral staff, which includes CEO Father Mark Hushen, Reverend Leonard Angus Dahl and Father Joseph Carey. All are available outside of lectures and services for individual pastoral counseling.

Why an Inpatient Program?

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Many people look at inpatient treatment for alcoholism or drug addiction as a last resort, when in reality it is often the most effective first step in a recovery journey. Inpatient treatment allows a person to take the time to truly look within and explore the roots of their disease and destructive behaviors without the distractions of daily life. This intensive treatment experience helps patients evaluate personal issues, relationships and behavior patterns in order to make healthy changes in priorities and lifestyles, which can lead to a more promising future after completing treatment at Ashley. The relationships that form in the patient community are also often a valuable tool in furthering recovery.

Our inpatient treatment combines education, medical attention and clinical care for professional, ongoing, consistent support for recovery. We are also better able to assess and treat co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions that may affect sobriety and health.

Are there visitation hours?

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After the first week of treatment, Ashley patients may have visitors on Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Please see our Visitation Information page for full details.

What is the environment at the Ashley like?

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ashley is a serene, beautiful place to come to for treatment. We are located on the site of a former private estate on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay, and the surrounding nature provides many opportunities for the quiet, personal reflection that is so important for successful treatment. While we are not a religious organization, a sense of spirituality is an important component in 12-step recovery programs. We encourage spiritual development, and treat all of our patients in a dignified, respectful manner.

Do I have to attend religious programming?

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

No -- all religious services are optional.

Where can I get more information on underage/adolescent drinking?

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The National Institute of Health has an informative paper on underage substance use. Click here to view the document.

What about my medications and medical care?

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On-site medical care is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Please bring your existing prescribed medications in the original bottles. Do not refill them prior to coming to Ashley, as we will need to order them from our pharmacy. Regulations do not permit us to dispense medications brought from home. All medications are administered by Ashley nurses. You should provide information on your prescription insurance coverage at the time of admission. If insurance does not cover your medications, you will be responsible for the charges.

What about meals?

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Balanced meals and snacks are included and served in the dining room.

Breakfast is served at 7:00
Lunch is at noon; 11:30 a.m. on Sunday
Dinner is 5:15-6:00
Each residence hall has a refrigerator stocked with healthy beverages and snacks

Please inform Admissions of any dietary requirements prior to your arrival — a dietitian consultation is available if you have special needs. Kosher meals are available.

How is patient laundry handled? Will I, or my loved-one, have to do our own laundry?

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Your, or your loved-ones, key responsibility in treatment at Ashley is to focus on getting well. Our addiction treatment program provides days and evenings that are full with education, therapy and therapeutic/recreation activities. Therefore, our housekeeping staff cleans and straightens patient rooms, regularly changes bedding and provides fresh towels, kind words and encouragement.

In addition, we wash and dry each patient’s personal, washable laundry for them up to three times a week and deliver it back clean and folded. Outside dry cleaning services are also available, for a fee. The washable laundry service is free of charge for all patients.

Are there gender-specific groups?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yes, gender-specific groups and 12-step meetings are held throughout treatment as part of our Men's Track and Women’s Track to discuss issues specific to those participating. Other group therapy and lecture sessions are co-educational.

Does Father Martins' Ashley welcome gay, lesbian, transgendered and bisexual community members?

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We treat all patients with respect and dignity -- admission to, and participation in, our program is in no way influenced by a potential patient’s sexual orientation.

"Media Free" - what does that mean? Why is Ashley Media Free?

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"Media Free" refers to the Ashley policy that personal phones/PDAs, music players, computers, televisions, non-recovery books, magazines, iPads and other media are prohibited while in treatment. It is our philosophy that patients must focus their full attention on the treatment program to get the maximum benefit from their time at Ashley. Books that pertain to recovery/sobriety are sold in the Oak Store on campus and are permitted during treatment. There are a wide variety of activities available for recreation and reflection.

What type of accreditation or licensing does the program have?

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ashley is accredited by the Joint Commission (JCAHO).

Is medical detoxification ("detox") offered as a part of residential treatment?

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yes. Upon admission, our on-site medical team completes a full physical assessment of a patient’s medical status. When appropriate, medically assisted and supervised detoxification occurs as part of the inpatient treatment program.

What type of program is available for families?

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ashley offers a weekend (three-day, Friday-Sunday) Family Wellness Program for adult family members of Ashley patients. It is preferred that the patient be in treatment at the time that the family participates in the Family Wellness Program. The program includes educational lectures, group discussion, and therapy sessions. Ashley’s Family Wellness Program is held every weekend on our campus in Havre de Grace, MD.

For children, we offer the Rainbow of Hope Children’s Program. This Saturday program helps children learn about addiction as a disease and how/why it has affected their family. For more information, click here.

Is there ongoing support after leaving treatment?

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our Continuing Care process ensures that all patients leave Ashley with a Continuing Care plan mapped out for them. This plan is created with input from the patient’s counselor, the Medical staff, the Continuing Care staff, the patient, and, when appropriate, the patient’s family and home counselor. A Continuing Care plan always includes participation in a 12-step recovery program like AA or NA and alumni events, and can include transitional living recommendations such as a stay at a halfway house, individual/family counseling, and outpatient treatment.

What is a typical day like at Ashley?

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The typical patient schedule includes:

6:00 a.m. - wake-up call
6:45 a.m. - breakfast
7:20 a.m. - morning reflections or optional non-denominational service
8:30-9:30 a.m. - educational lecture
10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.- counselor-led group therapy
12:00-1:00 p.m. - lunch
1:00-2:00 p.m. - educational lecture
2:00-5:00 p.m. - recreation/meditation time, medical appointments, optional classes offered such as arts and crafts, yoga, relaxation, etc.
5:00-6:00 p.m. - dinner
6:30-7:30 p.m.- exercise and yoga classes, video time (educational/recovery related)
7:30-8:30 p.m. - outside or on-campus 12-step meetings
11:00 p.m. - lights out

This schedule can vary and also can include medical/psychiatric appointments, individual therapy sessions with the patient’s counselor, etc.

My loved one just called me asking for me to pick them up. I thought they were there for 28 days. I heard panic in their voice. What should I do?

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

When a person enters treatment there are many emotions they are feeling such as anger, relief, pain, hurt, shame, fear. The clinical and medical staffs work with each person to assist them in coping with these feelings. For some, this is the first time in a long time that they have had to deal with emotions without the use of alcohol and/or drugs.

As much as it pains you, please do not pick them up from treatment. Reassure your loved one of your concern for them. When you are off the phone with them, please call the assigned counselor and share with them what just happened. Their counselor will work with your loved one to process these emotions. The counselor will be in touch with you to continue to process.

What happens if I need to do something off-campus?

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In general, our patients do not leave campus except for the occasional 12-step meeting. However, our drivers schedule times to transport patients off-campus to get services at a local salon. We also drive patients to appointments as necessary for emergency dental and medical care.

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What will we learn by attending the Family Wellness Program?

Who should attend the Family Wellness Program? Do I have to be immediate family?

Will I automatically be invited/allowed to attend the Family Wellness Program if I have a family member in treatment at Ashley?

What if my loved on in treatment does not want me to attend the Family Wellness Program? What can I do?

Are there any books you can recommended for me and my family?

Recommended Readings

The Disease of Chemical Dependency

Addiction as a Family Disease

Personal Growth

Growth in Relationships

Parenting Skills

Why should I attend the Family Wellness Program?

Will my loved one be with me during the Family Wellness Program?

What happens when my loved on is discharged from Ashley?

What is the Family Wellness Program schedule?

Friday – The Disease of Chemical Addiction and Its Effects – Carpenter Hall

Saturday – Recovery Planning – Carpenter Hall

Sunday – Commitment to Recovery – Carpenter Hall

Where do family members stay when they attend the three-day family program?

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I have a conflict and can't attend Family Wellness while my loved one is in treatment at Ashley. Can I come at a later date?

When and where is the Rainbow of Hope Children’s Program?

Who should attend the Children’s Program?

Is the Children’s Program only open to Ashley graduates?

I don’t think my children have been aware of or impacted by the addiction problems in the family. Will this program do more harm than good?

What will you tell my children about me and my addiction?

What will I be learning in the Caregiver's Program?

Do you treat addiction to, and detoxification from, any and all drugs? What drug addictions do you treat?

Categories and Drug Names treated at Ashley

Cannabinoids

Depressants

Dissociative Anesthetics

Hallucinogens

Opioids and Morphine Derivatives

Stimulants

Other Compounds

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What is Ashley's policy for communicating with the referring professional?

When can I be admitted?

What is Ashley's bed availability?

Will my confidentiality and anonymity be protected?

What is addiction treatment at Ashley? How is the program structured?

What is the length of stay?

Is Ashley a Catholic institution?

What does the program cost?

How much notice is required to schedule admission?

Who is Father Martin?

Will insurance cover treatment costs?

Does Ashley treat patients with a dual diagnosis?

Where does the name Father Martin's Ashley come from?

What is the 12-step philosophy?

What about Ashley's staff?

What are the accommodations?

Do you work with insurance companies?

If I fly or take a train, can Ashley provide transportation from the airport or train station?

Does the program offer an individualized treatment program?

Is Ashley a co-ed facility?

What about my spirituality?

Why an Inpatient Program?

Are there visitation hours?

What is the environment at the Ashley like?

Do I have to attend religious programming?

Where can I get more information on underage/adolescent drinking?

What about my medications and medical care?

What about meals?

How is patient laundry handled? Will I, or my loved-one, have to do our own laundry?

Are there gender-specific groups?

Does Father Martins' Ashley welcome gay, lesbian, transgendered and bisexual community members?

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My loved one just called me asking for me to pick them up. I thought they were there for 28 days. I heard panic in their voice. What should I do?

What happens if I need to do something off-campus?