What Does Alcohol Rehab Consist Of?

Do you wake up in the morning and the first thought in your head revolves around when you can have your first drink of the day? Has your personal and professional life fallen apart due to alcohol addiction? If the answer is yes, it is time to reach out to the professionals at the Legacy Healing Center. Our experienced team works hand in hand with you to design a treatment plan that helps you overcome the hold of addiction.  

One of the numerous questions that our team receives is in connection with what happens during an average day at our treatment facility. Every patient will experience different forms of treatment throughout the day. With a combination of mental, physical, and spiritual treatment, our staff provides you with the tools and guidance you need to overcome your addiction.  

First, Alcohol Detox

An important aspect of recovery that you should never overlook is alcohol detox. When your body has become accustomed to consuming a certain amount of alcohol, it is potentially dangerous to try to stop this habit without being under the care of a trained medical professional.  

Many times, within hours of consuming your last drink, your body will begin to go through a withdrawal phase. There are numerous symptoms that patients may experience during this phase which include nausea, shakiness, and an increase in anxiety.  

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

Unfortunately, it is possible that some withdrawal symptoms can turn deadly. There is an increased possibility that a person that is struggling with detoxing from alcohol may experience a seizure. We strongly recommend that you never attempt to detox on your own. If you are struggling with active addiction when you initially reach out to us, we can arrange for you to go through our detox program so that you can begin your treatment with a clear and sober mind.  

Getting to The Root of Addiction

Determining the cause of your addiction is a critical part of your rehab and recovery. Alcohol addiction can manifest itself in many ways. There are times whether alcoholism is influenced due to traumas and events that happened in your past. For example, if you were abused as a child or if you witnessed your parents or a close family member continuously drinking, there is an increased chance that you may develop your own addiction.  

Sadly, there is an increased chance of first responders falling into addictive habits. Although first responders are extremely selfless in their actions of protecting and saving the people around them, they also struggle with things that they have seen or the people that they were unable to help. Taking a sip of alcohol at night to help that person relax can start off innocently enough, however, if that habit continues to grow it could result in a serious addiction.  

Call Legacy Healing Center 24/7 to speak with an intake specialist. Calls are completely confidential.

Overcoming Addiction with Therapy

We understand that we cannot take a “one size fits all approach” to treating alcohol addiction. We work personally with you to design a treatment plan that helps you overcome your addiction and helps you to feel comfortable.  

Regardless of whether you opt to take part in our inpatient program or outpatient program, you will still have the opportunity to participate in different holistic forms of treatment. A few examples include working out with our personal trainer and eating healthy meals. We can also assist you with other practical concerns that you may have including transition assistance or guidance regarding your career. Our staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to see to your needs and give you the best possible chance to achieve and maintain your sobriety.  

Sober Friendly Attractions Near Gainesville

When you are done with treatment, it’s important that you establish healthy and sober routines when you return home to Gainesville. While we always encourage you to take part in as many meetings as possible, we also recommend that you take advantage of visiting the numerous sober friendly venues in and around the Gainesville area. Here are some suggestions for places to go.  

The Florida Museum of Natural History

The Florida Museum of Natural History is easily one of the most popular attractions in Gainesville. Visitors tend to spend hours exploring the different exhibits in the museum including a butterfly rainforest, and life-size dinosaur fossil displays. You can also take the opportunity to learn more about different aspects of nature. If you visit the museum with children, there are designated discovery zones that kids can safely explore.  

3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32611.  

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium

If you like learning about the universe, you should make time to visit the Kika Silva Pla Planetarium. The planetarium is located on the Santa Fe College campus. There are regular star shows that combine education and fun music where you can learn about supernovas and black holes. 

3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, Florida 32606.  

Ichetucknee Springs, State Park

Although Gainesville is a landlocked city in Florida, that doesn’t mean that there is not an abundance of beautiful outdoor venues in the area. One of the most frequented locations is Ichetucknee Springs, State Park. The park is known for different water sports that are available to visitors including canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The crystal blue ponds of water around the park are sure to help you relax if you are struggling with a stressful day. If you prefer to stay dry, you can explore the different hiking and picnicking sites around the venue.  

12087 SW US Highway 27, Fort White, Florida 32038.  

When you are ready to overcome your addiction to alcohol, the Legacy Healing Center team is here to help you. The first step is to reach out to one of our intake specialists. Every call is 100% confidential and provides you with the opportunity to ask questions about our program and learn about what you can do to achieve a sober and healthy life. Please reach out to us today at (888) 534-2295.