Recovery Brands, LLC
📍 607 West 7th Street, Appleton, WI 54911
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Reviewers frequently praised the compassionate and supportive nature of the staff, as well as the affordability and long-term treatment opportunities. However, some criticized the program's lack of structure, the quality of individual counseling, and the food. Concerns were also raised regarding the facility's physical space and the effectiveness of the program for some individuals.
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<p><strong>ABOUT THE MOORING PROGRAMS, INC. - MOORING HOUSE</strong></p> <p>Established in 1975, The Mooring Programs, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides addiction treatment and recovery services to men and women in Appleton, Wis. and surrounding communities. Mooring House is a <strong>men's residential treatment facility,</strong> placing it amongst the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/WI16.pdf" target="_blank">93 (33.2 percent)</a> centers in the state with male-specific programming. The treatment center also offers <strong>transitional services, supportive housing, and <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">aftercare.</strong></a></p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>According to the facility's website, clients come to Mooring House through court orders, health care referrals, friend referrals, or their own accord. Each individual in treatment has a <strong>primary diagnosis of chemical dependency or substance abuse</strong>, though the treatment center does have the ability to treat <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring mental health disorders.</a> A full range of treatment options addresses physical, social, and spiritual recovery.</p> <p>Most clients begin with an <strong>intensive 30-day inpatient program</strong>. During treatment, men attend four groups a day of education and therapy. The groups address <strong>addiction and the disease concept</strong>, basic recovery concepts, coping skills, relapse prevention tools, and <strong>corrective thinking skills.</strong> Residents also participate in at least one individual counseling session a week.</p> <p>The average resident remains at Mooring House for <strong>eight months</strong> and some stay for as long as 18 months. Following intensive rehabilitation treatment, clients have access to continued treatment during <strong>transitional living and aftercare</strong>. In Wisconsin, Mooring House is among the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/WI17.pdf" target="_blank">14.3 percent of non-hospital facilities</a> to provide long-term residential care.</p> <p>Throughout treatment, residents work with therapists and peers to develop self-control, dignity, and understanding of their disease. The program helps clients to <strong>recognize the value of and options for healthy and fun choices</strong> in sober living, develop independent living skills, connect with a support system, and address related issues through therapy and education. Residents may work on <strong>anger management</strong>, family relationships, communication, and relapse prevention techniques.</p> <p>Longer-term treatment and transitional housing at the facility require residents to <strong>find employment or volunteer work and participate in weekly counseling</strong>, as well as attend at least one group session per day. Residents are encouraged to also attend <strong>12-step groups</strong>, such as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, which are held at the facility. Gender-specific apartments are available through the Mooring organization off-site, along with employment assistance.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>According to information included on the facility’s website, about <strong>half of the program’s counselors and house managers are currently in recovery</strong>. Staff credentials include professional certifications in both mental health and substance abuse, and several staff have completed education courses in addiction and recovery. To date, the four Rehabs.com 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>The center's website indicated men reside at the Mooring House while the women live at Casa Clara. The Mooring name comes from a boating term that encompasses stability and security. The Mooring Programs has a <strong>total capacity of 79</strong>. The four individuals polled by Rehabs.com on the matter felt the facilities were clean and well-maintained.</p> <blockquote> <p>Facility Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4.3/5</p> </blockquote> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>The four alumni polled by Rehabs.com to date provided <strong>mostly positive feedback.</strong> One alum gave five out of five stars for treatment effectiveness, the level of staff support, and holistic offerings. He indicated they would recommend the treatment center, while alum Brad gave five stars for treatment effectiveness and four stars for accommodations and amenities. "The only treatment that worked for me," he wrote. "Excellent counselors and staff. Compassionate, yet no bull."</p> <p>An anonymous alum gave four stars when asked if they would recommend the treatment center and five stars for the staff's level of training and experience. But, the alum recommended to "get it right in your head before you seek help." Another alum gave top marks in multiple categories and added. "The staff was very supportive but they need to improve in their individual counseling," this individual wrote.</p> <p>Reviews on secondary sites are scarce, though one Google user provided a perfect five-star rating, with no written commentary to date.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small></p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The three loved ones surveyed by Rehabs.com at the time of this writing provided somewhat more mixed feedback, and noted a lack of necessary strictness. One loved one, S.F., gave four stars for the level of family participation, but only two stars for counseling options and overall treatment effectiveness. "It was not a strong enough program for my husband. My husband came home and the next day went and got drunk. I do not think it was a long enough program for him as it is a 30 day program," she wrote.</p> <p>The other two surveyed loved ones shared more positive experiences. Despite feeling concerned with the center's admissions and discharge procedures and giving only two stars for holistic offerings, one individual strongly agreed she would recommend the center to others. "Those in treatment were able to get jobs (and were checked for alcohol etc) when coming back on the premisis,"the loved one wrote. Loved one J.H. cited "Location and number of beds" as facility strengths, and awarded treatment of co-occurring disorders, exercise activities, family participation, and affordability all four-star ratings.</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>T.W., the single staff member polled by Rehabs.com, shared a similar concern. “Not enough structure,” they wrote. Lukewarm ratings of two or three stars were provided for a variety of metrics, including staff's level of loyalty and the quality of the experience for clients</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>According to the facility’s website, the cost of treatment ranges from <strong>$35 to $135 per day</strong>. Clients are required to provide up-front payment for 30 days of care upon admission, via cash, check, or credit card. Four Rehabs.com survey respondents polled on the matter provided positive ratings regarding the center's costs.</p> <blockquote> <p>Affordability: 3.8/5</p> </blockquote> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mooring+Halfway+House/@44.2586464,-88.4140922,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x409284e1bf8a32a1?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiTpq6bvrPdAhXsmeAKHSbyDwsQ_BIwCnoECAoQCw" target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small></p>
— Samantha Harper · 2018-12-03 16:23:55 PST
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