Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 1910 Shaffer Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
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Reviewers frequently praised the facility's counseling and nursing care, noting that small group sizes allowed for individual attention. However, some criticized the program's short duration, the perceived judgmental attitude of some counselors, and the lack of alternatives to 12-step programs. Others mentioned concerns regarding the facility's cleanliness and meal program.
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<p><strong>ABOUT GILMORE COMMUNITY HEALING CENTER IN KALAMAZOO, MI</strong></p> <p>Gilmore Community Healing Center, located in Kalamazoo, Mich. offers <strong>residential and detoxification treatment to adults struggling with addiction and substance abuse</strong>. The facility is one of four locations operated by Community Healing Centers in Michigan: the <a href="https://www.rehabs.com/listings/the-elizabeth-upjohn-community-healing-center-787202239/" target="_blank">Elizabeth Upjohn Community Healing Center</a> in Kalamazoo, Mich., <a href="https://www.rehabs.com/listings/community-healing-centers-1088975268/" target="_blank">Community Healing Center</a> in Niles, Mich., and Hope House in Sturgis, Mich.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>To be admitted, clients may call the facility to speak with an intake specialist 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Most clients spend <strong>4 to 5 days in detox</strong> followed by <strong>10 to 14 days in the residential program</strong>.</p> <p>The facility’s treatment program follows the <strong>12-step method for recovery</strong>. Throughout treatment, clients <strong>attend classes all day in a structured environment</strong>. Classes focus on providing coping skills, helping clients understand how the brain works in addiction, and improving communication. Participants needing detox may receive medication as part of the facility’s medically assisted treatment offerings. Families are able to be included in the treatment program through family therapy if desired, and the facility also offers a two-hour family support program on Tuesday evenings. </p> <p>In the evenings, clients are allowed to watch TV or movies, do word search, Sudoku or crossword puzzles, or read books. Although Gilmore Community Healing Center does not have a formal <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">aftercare</a> program, clients are encouraged to attend 12-step meetings after they have completed treatment.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>There is currently no information provided by the Gilmore Community Healing Center regarding its treatment staff. the six individuals polled by Rehabs.com at time of writing gave <strong>mixed but generally positive ratings</strong> for the staff's level of training and experience, leaving an <strong>average of 4.2 out of five stars</strong>.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>There is currently limited information provided by the facility regarding its living arrangements and related offerings. However, photos on the Gilmore Community Healing Center website show <strong>shared rooms</strong> with twin beds, a shared dining area, and a large meeting room with couches and chairs. Clients are not allowed the use of cellphones while in treatment, and family members may visit once a week for 20 minutes. </p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>At time of writing, the four alumni polled by Rehabs.com left <strong>mixed but generally positive</strong> reviews for Gilmore Community Healing Center. The anonymous clients gave the facility an average of 3.5 out of five stars for cleanliness, four stars for family participation, and 2.8 stars for counseling options. </p> <p>When asked about strengths of the facility, alumni commented that the clients are diverse, the staff are kind, and the small size of the facility increases individual attention. One reviewer added additional commentary, saying, “This facility concentrates on rehabilitation, not luxury. They know the issues and help you fight them each step of the way.”</p> <p>When asked to comment on facility weaknesses, alumni said they would like to see alternatives to the 12-step program taught, that the facility could be kept more clean, and that some counselors were judgmental. </p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The two loved ones polled by Rehabs.com at time of writing gave the facility <strong>polarized but generally positive</strong> reviews. While both loved ones agreed and gave high ratings for the facility's family participation policies, connectivity, and the staff's level of training and experience, the two reviewers disagreed on metrics like afforability, counseling options, and meals and nutrition. In these metrics, one reviewer gave high marks while the other was far more negative. </p> <p>Regardless, both friends or family members wrote that they would recommend the facility to others. One loved one wrote, “They really helped my mom when she needed it. They offered her a lot. Made her a better person.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>The only staff polled by Rehabs.com to date gave a <strong>glowing review</strong> of the facility. The anonymous staff member gave the facility a perfect five stars for cleanliness, four stars for affordability, and three stars for exercise options. They felt that the facility and its staff were equipped to treat <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery" target="_blank">co-occurring mental health problems</a>. The staffer did not leave any further commentary. </p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>There is currently no information provided by Gilmore Community Healing Center regarding its costs. However, seven individuals polled by Rehabs.com gave the facility an average of 3.8 out of five stars for affordability.</p>
— Morgan Williams · 2017-12-12 08:13:02 PST
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