After the intake and medical assessment, the client is introduced to a buddy (a more senior resident) who will help orientate him/her into the programme and centre.
As soon as possible, the client will join the daily programme.
Participation in the daily programme schedule, which is an intensive day starts at 07H30 and finishes at 19h00 in the evening.
At least five to six hours of this day is spent on group work.
There is a psychological assessment and the medical, psychological and counselling staff, formulate a treatment plan with the client.
The treatment plan is reviewed on a weekly basis during case management meeting.
Towards the end of treatment, a continuing care plan is drawn up between the treatment team and the client and any referral considered necessary are made.
During the first and last weeks of treatment, a family conference is held between the counsellor and the client?s significant other. The treatment plan is discussed in detail and progress and any special circumstances will be addressed.