Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 5501 1H 37 (McBride Lane), Corpus Christi, TX 78408
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Reviewers frequently praised the caring and supportive staff, as well as the effectiveness of the detox and residential programs for some individuals. However, others criticized the quality of the accommodations and individual counseling, and raised concerns regarding aftercare planning and administrative issues.
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<p><strong>ABOUT CHARLIE’S PLACE RECOVERY CENTER</strong></p> <p>Set in the coastal city of Corpus Christi, Texas, Charlie’s Place Recovery Center has been providing substance use disorder treatment to adults since 1965. The facility offers <strong>residential</strong> and <strong>outpatient treatment</strong>, along with <strong>medically monitored detox</strong> services. It's one of 36 non-hospital based substance abuse treatment facilities in Texas (just <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">8.4 percent</a> of all treatment facilities) to offer medical detox.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>The residential program is based on <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/did-aa-save-my-life/" target="_blank">12-step</a> principles and uses <strong>evidence-based modalities</strong> to facilitate treatment. Programs can last anywhere from <strong>14 to 120 days</strong>, depending on each client's needs. Charlie’s Place Recovery Center is one of only 94 treatment facilities in Texas (just <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">21.8 percent</a> of all treatment facilities in the state) to offer residential programming that lasts longer than 30 days.</p> <p>Clients participate in a structured schedule of individual and <strong>group counseling</strong>, supported by educational coursework, which includes at least 30 hours of counseling, education, and life skills training per week. <a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/the-pain-of-addiction-in-the-family-how-counseling-can-help/" target="_blank">Family counseling</a> is also available and encouraged to rebuild each client’s support network.</p> <p><strong>Outpatient treatment</strong> can be used as a step-down from residential care, or as stand-alone treatment for clients who require less supervision. Clients in the outpatient program attend <strong>group therapy three times a week</strong> for a total of eight weeks. They also receive weekly one-on-one counseling.</p> <p><a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">Aftercare services</a> for graduates are also offered and include <strong>support groups</strong> and recovery education.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The treatment team includes licensed therapists and <strong>chemical dependency counselors</strong>. To date, the seven individuals polled by Rehabs.com who evaluated the staff's level of training and experience appreciated the staff's aptitude.</p> <blockquote> <p>Staff Experience and Training: 4.1/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>Charlie's Place Recovery Center is set in a <strong>fully renovated former hotel</strong> that offers living quarters, staff offices, and therapy rooms. There is also a cafeteria, a <strong>recreational center,</strong> and a large outdoor courtyard. Cigarette smoking is allowed in designated areas. To date, the seven individuals polled on the matter appreciate the overall quality of the facilities.</p> <blockquote> <p>Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4.1/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>All six of the former clients surveyed by Rehabs.com to date gave Charlie’s Place Recovery Center <strong>mostly positive feedback</strong>. They indicated that the facility was clean and staff were helpful, and noted that they <strong>would recommend the rehab to others</strong>. "Charlie's literally transformed and saved my life this year (2016)," TRT wrote in a representative review. "I can't say enough nice things about the staff, the techs and the counselors."</p> <p>Alum T.P. awarded perfect five-star ratings for the effectiveness of group and individual counseling, the level of staff support, and the respect shown to clients. Offering five stars for discharge planning and family participation, another alum cited "Counseling and assistance" as program strengths. </p> <p>While complaints were minimal, a couple of former clients noted that the aftercare services needed improvement. In addition, one alum reported that they needed more one-on-one counseling.</p> <p>Charlie’s Place Recovery Center received positive feedback from secondary sources, earning an average rating of <strong>3.9 out of five stars</strong> based on 33 Google reviews<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> and a <strong>4.5 out of five star rating</strong> based on the opinions of 123 individuals on Facebook, which the facility may manage<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small>. </p> <p>The majority of former clients across both sites praised the facility for its structured treatment programs and helpful staff. "There's no other place like Charlie's when it comes to recovery," Charles wrote in a representative review on Google. The staff, treatment and curriculum are very helpful and amazing!"</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The majority of loved ones polled by Rehabs.com to date (four out of six) gave Charlie’s Place Recovery Center <strong>positive feedback</strong>. They indicated that the counseling was effective and that the treatment team was warm and caring. "Genuine concern for patient and family Hard to get into If you are in need of help, this facility is pretty awesome," one of the anonymous loved ones wrote in a representative review.</p> <p>Overall, the five loved ones polled on the matters generally approved of the amount of family participation and counseling options, though most reported they'd be highly likely to recommend the facility to others.</p> <blockquote> <p>Likelihood to Recommend: 4.2/5<br /> Counseling Options: 3.8/5<br /> Family Participation: 3.6/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>According to the facility's website, detox costs $1,500 per day ($500 if paid in cash), the residential program costs $1,000 per day ($200 if paid in cash), and the outpatient program varies based on each client’s treatment plans. </p> <p>Some <strong>private insurance</strong> plans are accepted. The facility also takes <strong>Medicaid,</strong> which is accepted by a little more than half (<a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">57.1 percent</a>) of treatment facilities in Texas. To date, the six individuals polled on the matter by Rehabs.com appreciate the facility's cost.</p> <blockquote> <p>Affordability: 4.2/5</p> </blockquote> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Charlie%27s+Place+Recovery+Center+in+Corpus+Christi%2C+TX&oq=Charlie%27s+Place+Recovery+Center+in+Corpus+Christi%2C+TX&aqs=chrome..69i57j0.155j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#lrd=0x866860c65a4bdb7d:0x63da853efd219f3c,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/pg/charliesplacerecoverycenter/reviews/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pg/charliesplacerecoverycenter/reviews/</a></small></p>
— Susan Linney · 2019-02-19 07:05:24 PST
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