Substance Abuse Treatment Program

 (24 beds)

•MISSION STATEMENT

To improve the quality of life for the young people that we serve, by providing the best practices in alcohol, drugs, and co-occuring disorder treatment services, promoting sobriety and a healthy lifestyle.

•ADMISSION CRITERIA

To be admitted to our Substance Abuse Program, a client...

  • Has a primary diagnosis of Substance Abuse or Substance Dependence Disorder.
  • Is Male, between the ages 13 through 17 at time of admission.
  • Is a legal resident of the United States of America, living within the State of Oklahoma.
  • Meets ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) patient placement criteria.
    • Is unable to function at at home or in a less restrictive environment.
    • Does not require inpatient hospitalization, a facility with a 24 hour locked perimeter, or a more intense level-of-care.
  • Is not an imminent danger to self or others (suicidal or homicidal ideation) at the time of admission.
  • Is not in need of medical detoxification for alcohol or any other substances.
  • Medical insurance is recommended, but not required.
  • Does not have a communicable disease.
  • Is willing to work and complete the program. The average length of stay is approximately 6-8 months and may be extended to meet the client’s needs.

•COST

Payment for services is required from the parent(s)/legal guardian(s). The monthly amount required is based on the combined income of all adults living in the household (a sliding fee scale is used). Payments are due on the first day of the month.

•TREATMENT

Our Substance Abuse Treatment Program includes individualized treatment to meet the client’s needs. Although the primary focus is on the client’s substance abuse issues, other emotional and behavioral issues (co-occurring disorders) are also addressed utilizing a holistic approach. Treatment includes individual counseling, group therapy, equine assisted psychotherapy and family counseling (when there is a family) using the Tulsa Boys’ Home Relationship Healing Model.  In addition, the client’s treatment includes the Change Companies Journals endorsed by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, self-help support group meetings (e.g. NA and AA) and a Positive Peer Culture. 

•EQUINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY

Our Equine Program brings retired thoroughbred race horses to Tulsa Boys’ Home through the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. Therapists use the horses as a tool for Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), and are trained in the EAGALA Model of EAP (EAGALA is an abbreviation for Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association). Residents benefit from the responsibility, trust, self-discipline, and communication skills they learn from their relationships with the horses, and are also taught equine care and horse safety as part of their overall horsemanship training.

•PHILOSOPHY

Our philosophy includes the belief that alcohol and other drug addictions are an illness/disease that is primary, progressive and potentially fatal.  We view chemical dependency as an illness that affects every aspect of the individual’s life as well as their families. We utilize the most current and up to date best practices in treating adolescent substance abuse disorders, as well as any associated underlying mental or emotional issues.

•FUNDING

The Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program at Tulsa Boys’ Home is funded primarily by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, as well as through private donations and client fees.

For inquiries and application regarding admission, please contact the Substance Abuse Treatment Program Admissions Coordinator at (918) 245-0231, Ext 5012.

 

The following documents are available upon request by contacting the Program Director for the Substance Abuse Treatment Program:

 

•Organizational and facility description that includes:

a)     Target population served.

b)     Overall mission statement and the manner in which the agency welcomes all consumers with substance abuse issues, including those with co-occurring mental health disorders.

c)     The annual program goals and objectives.

d)     Description of special populations and mechanisms to address their needs

e)     Program admission and exclusionary criteria.

 

Referral List: Click here to see a list of other agencies and organizations

that provide services to children and families. 

 

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Date:  July 28, 2009