Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 4001 S.W. 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
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Reviewers frequently praised the compassionate staff and effective treatment outcomes, with some noting the facility was clean. However, others criticized the program for being unorganized, having a lack of direction, and offering insufficient individual therapy time. Additional concerns included a perceived bias toward professionals, an overwhelming treatment team approach, and difficult parking.
AI-generated summary of 12 reviews collected on rehabs.com and recovery.org through 2023. Not a review or medical advice. Review policy
<p><strong>ABOUT UF HEALTH - FLORIDA RECOVERY CENTER</strong></p> <p>Formally known as Shands at Vista, UF Health - Florida Recovery Center of Gainesville, Fla. offers <strong>inpatient detox and stabilization</strong>, as well as a <strong>partial hospitalization program (PHP)</strong> and intensive outpatient (IOP) program. The center specializes in treating complex cases, including individuals with chronic pain, multiple substance misuse issues, and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</a>.</p> <p>According to the center's website, UF Health - Florida Recovery Center combines the established principles of evidence-based addiction treatments with the vast knowledge and capabilities of a leading academic medical center.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>Upon arrival, clients undergo an initial assessment consisting of medical consults, comprehensive labs, and psychological testing to create an <strong>individualized treatment plan</strong>, which identifies problems, interventions, and goals. Treatment programs include group and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/the-pain-of-addiction-in-the-family-how-counseling-can-help/" target="_blank">family therapy</a>, individual counseling, addiction education, and <strong><a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/how-a-non-religious-journalist-makes-a-case-for-aa-in-2017/" target="_blank">12-step</a> facilitation</strong>, as well as medication management for individuals struggling with co-occurring mental health concerns.</p> <p><strong>Medical detox is available if necessary</strong>. According to a <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/FL16.pdf" target="_blank">2016 SAMHSA survey</a>, only 10.2 percent of residential facilities and six percent of hospital inpatient facilities in Florida offer medical detoxification.</p> <p>Once an individual is stabilized, they may be encouraged to enroll into an outpatient-based program. <strong>PHP consists of seven days of weekly programming</strong>, while IOP may involve nine or more hours of weekly treatment over three or more days. UF Health - Florida Recovery Center also offers <strong>specialized programs for professionals and young adults</strong>.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>Florida Recovery Center's treatment team includes medical doctors, nurses, therapists, licensed clinical social workers, all trained in psychiatry, therapy, and/or addiction medicine. In addition, certified addiction professionals and licensed mental health counselors are on staff. Of the 12 individuals surveyed by Rehabs.com to date, the seven survey respondents polled on the matter appreciated the aptitude of staff.</p> <blockquote> <p>Staff Experience and Training: 4/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>UF Health's Florida Recovery Center has <strong>20 beds</strong>. Housing for PHP clients is also offered, which consists of several small apartment suites, each of which is fully furnished with a full kitchen. On-campus amenities include <strong>an outdoor pool</strong>, a ping-pong and light sports area, a reflection pond, and a BBQ area. Clients can also participate in activities such as ropes courses or horticulture as part of treatment. The seven survey respondents polled on the matters appreciated the facility's exercise and leisure offerings and its overall cleanliness.</p> <blockquote> <p>Exercise & Leisure: 4/5<br /> Facility Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>Of three alumni polled by Rehabs.com to date, one offered a positive review, one negative review, and one mixed opinion. Both the positive and mixed reviewers emphasized the staff's training and experience and the effectiveness of treatment as strengths. Offering a five-star rate for staff support and the respect shown to clients, Christy wrote: “The counselors showed me that I was indeed just like them and that made me want to succeed and get better.” </p> <p>The mixed reviewer, who was anonymous, mostly agreed with these sentiments, though they pointed out several caveats including that there was "not enough individual time with psychiatrists." The third reviewer, R.B., gave negative ratings for nearly all categories evaluated, including one-star ratings for the effectiveness of lead counselors and respect shown to clients. </p> <p><strong>Reviews on third-party sites tended to be positive</strong>. On Google, 21 reviewers contributed to an overall rating of <strong>4.1 out of five stars</strong>.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> To date, five individuals on Facebook, which the facility may manage, all gave five-star reviews.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> These reviewers tended to emphasize the quality of care and effectiveness of staff members, while many alumni on Google noted that the program was <strong>life-saving</strong>. On Yelp, however, four alumni all gave negative reviews.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small></p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>To date, Rehabs.com has received nine reviews from loved ones which were mixed but tended to skew positive. Many friends and family members <strong>highlighted the staff as a facility strength</strong>. One anonymous survey participant reported to Rehabs.com in a representative review that the center "has highly trained therapists that are always available to help you with your questions and problems.” Loved ones also tended to appreciate the amount of family participation, though felt counseling options were somewhat limited.</p> <blockquote> <p>Family Participation: 4.2/5<br /> Counseling Options: 3.4/5</p> </blockquote> <p>Representative of the two negative reviews, loved one J.B. found the center to be disorganized and isolating, calling it “a substandard facility,” and noted that “There were multiple relapses by inpatients.”</p> <p>Reviews from loved ones on third-party sites were mixed. On Google, several loved ones all gave positive feedback, mostly highlighting the quality of care and effectiveness of treatment. On Yelp, however, three loved ones all gave highly negative reviews. Two of the reviewers claimed that they knew of people that had relapsed and died after completing the program.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>UF Health's Florida Recovery Center accepts a variety of insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Behavioral Health, Aetna Behavioral Health, and Avmed (for the Gainesville Plan area). Capital Health is also accepted with a referral from a primary care physician. Individuals polled by Rehabs.com to date generally approved of the facility's cost.</p> <blockquote> <p>Affordability: 3.5/5 </p> </blockquote> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?ei=PdZxW_yOF-i0ggem7q2gCQ&q=UF+Health+-+Florida+Recovery+Center+in+Gainesville%2C+FL+google&oq=UF+Health+-+Florida+Recovery+Center+in+Gainesville%2C+FL+google&gs_l=psy-ab.3..33i21k1j33i160k1l4.8480.9015.0.9154.6.5.0.0.0.0.224.344.0j1j1.2.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..4.2.342....0.mrntN4Rt7D8#lrd=0x88e8bb7554a69d5f:0x432ac88c6b68d544,1,,," target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/UF-Shands-Florida-Recovery-Center/848837215224260" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pages/UF-Shands-Florida-Recovery-Center/848837215224260</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/florida-recovery-center-gainesville" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/florida-recovery-center-gainesville</a></small></p>
— Kevin Schwartzbach · 2018-10-20 14:11:42 PDT
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