Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC)

Recovery Brands, LLC

📍 3043 Gessner, Houston, TX 77080

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4.3 ★★★★☆ Historical rating · 3 reviews via Recovery Brands
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Services & Treatment

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<p><strong>ABOUT MEMORIAL HERMANN PREVENTION AND RECOVERY CENTER (PARC)</strong></p> <p>Founded after a merger in the 1990s, Memorial Hermann operates 13 hospitals with numerous specialty programs and outpatient clinics located throughout the greater Houston area in Texas. The Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) offers <strong>residential and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs</strong> for adolescent, young adult, and adult clients. <strong>Detox</strong> services are available on site. PaRC operates several programs, including a <strong>family rehab program</strong> and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">aftercare planning services</a>.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>Treatment at PaRC begins with an <strong>initial evaluation</strong> that helps determine appropriate treatment levels for incoming clients. PaRC detox services are available 24/7 with a <strong>nurse monitoring clients' condition</strong> every few hours. Clients receive an individualized treatment plan to coordinate their treatments. Clients usually begin in the residential program and use the IOP program as a step-down process. </p> <p>Treatment consists of medically-managed treatments combined with counseling and recreational therapies. Treatment uses the <strong>12-Step principles</strong> to develop an effective treatment method. Clients participate in counseling multiple times per week supported by educational courses and recreational activities. </p> <p>The residential program <strong>lasts 30 or 90 days</strong> based on the patient’s needs. During treatment, clients receive a significant amount of downtime in order to pursue recreational activities and to focus on self-development. <strong>12-step meetings</strong> become a required part of treatment. </p> <p>Specialized programs are available for families and clients with specific conditions. Family participation is encouraged throughout treatment. There is a family counseling and treatment program that provides recovery services to family members as well as clients. </p> <p>Aftercare services are available and include employment support and continued care planning. Clients receive vocational support in training and finding appropriate jobs. Alumni groups are also available, and clients are encouraged to participate in community-led recovery programs. </p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The recovery team at PaRC employs licensed ASAM-certified medical directors, physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, licensed chemical dependency counselors, nurses, and other licensed professionals. The facility is accredited by the Joint Commission. One alum polled by Rehabs.com rated staff's level of training and experience five out of five stars.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>The residential program at PaRC offers access to the internet, external phone calls, and numerous amenities. These amenities including greenhouse activities, a gym, and a computer lab. Holistic therapy options include <strong>equestrian therapy</strong>, aquatic therapy, occupational and physical therapy, and drum/music therapy. A cafeteria, chapel, and bookstore are also available.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>One alum polled by Rehabs.com to date gave PaRC <strong>positive ratings</strong>, including five out of five stars for holistic treatment offerings and cleanliness, four stars for exercis and leisure options, four stars for counseling options, and three stars for affordability. The anonymous alum wrote that the facility provided "personal attention" but that room was "limited."</p> <p>On Google, PaRC Memorial Hermann Prevention &amp; Recovery Center received an <strong>average rating of 3.6 out of five stars from 21 reviews</strong> to date. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> Alumni praised the facility's structured programming, excellent accommodations, and the staff. Alum Kathleen wrote: "Nearly everyone from doctor to custodian was amazing. treatment plan was stellar. food was great." A couple reviewers did complain about having less visitation and family time than they would like and poor administrative practices.</p> <p>On the facility’s official Facebook page, which it can manage, PaRC earned <strong>4.6 out of five stars from 79 reviews</strong>. <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> Sixty-six of the reviews were five out of five stars. Most of the alumni credited the facility with saving their lives, while a few family members complained about the visitation policies and aftercare support if clients relapse.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>PaRC accepts private insurance including Aetna, Alliance, and Humana, as well as self-pay options. The facility <strong>does not accept Medicare, Medicaid</strong>, or other government-assisted insurances. A list of accepted insurance policies can be found on PaRC's website.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://goo.gl/haid9p" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/haid9p</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MemorialHermannPaRC/reviews" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MemorialHermannPaRC/reviews</a></small></p>

— Melanie Green · 2018-01-23 10:41:17 PST

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