Sunrise Recovery & Sober Living: Understanding Our Program Phases
Embarking on the journey of addiction recovery is a deeply personal experience, and one size rarely fits all. At Sunrise Recovery in Lancaster, Ohio, we understand this fundamental truth. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive, phased approach to treatment, designed to meet you where you are and guide you through progressively less intensive levels of care as you grow stronger. In this installment of our "Sunrise Recovery & Sober Living" series, we'll walk you through our distinct program phases, illustrating how each step is built to support your unique path to lasting sobriety.
A Tailored Journey: From Intensive Support to Lasting Wellness
Our program isn't just a collection of services; it's a carefully structured journey through various levels of care, each building upon the last. This allows for a seamless transition as you develop new skills, build a strong foundation, and prepare for independent, sober living. We pride ourselves on offering personalized treatment plans, ensuring that the services you receive are precisely what you need at each stage.
Whether you're starting with highly intensive support or stepping into a more long-term maintenance phase, our team of compassionate professionals is dedicated to your success. Our program phases, also referred to as levels of care, are flexible and can be paired with our recovery housing program through Sunrise Sober Living for added stability and support.
Ignition (PHP - Partial Hospitalization Program)
This is often the starting point for individuals who need intensive, structured support without the need for 24/7 inpatient care. As mentioned in a previous blog, PHP at Sunrise Recovery involves at least 20 hours of services per week. It's a robust program designed to:
Establish Personal Recovery Goals: Clearly define what you want to achieve.
Develop Emotional Awareness & Thought Regulation Skills: Begin to understand and manage your inner world.
Engage in Self-Reflection & Journaling: Deepen your self-understanding.
Understand Early Relapse Prevention Concepts: Learn crucial strategies from the outset.
Complete Steps 1 & 2: For those engaging in 12-step methodologies.
This phase is about igniting that spark of change, providing a safe and immersive environment to confront addiction's grip. It typically lasts a minimum of two months.
New Dawn (IOP Phase 1 - Intensive Outpatient Program)
As you gain stability, you might transition to the "New Dawn" phase, which is the first part of our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This involves 9-19 hours of structured services per week, including individual and group counseling, educational groups, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) when appropriate. In this phase, the focus shifts slightly to:
Strengthen Emotional Regulation Skills: Continue building on the foundations laid in PHP.
Develop Positive Thought Patterns: Challenge negative thinking and cultivate a more optimistic outlook.
Deepen Relapse Prevention Skills: Refine your strategies for managing triggers and cravings.
Strengthen Accountability & Support Systems: Lean into your community and personal network.
Set Clear Personal Boundaries: Learn to protect your recovery.
Complete Steps 3 & 4: Further engagement with 12-step principles.
IOP provides a structured environment for those living at home or in sober housing, offering significant support while allowing for greater integration into daily life.
Empowered Living (IOP Phase 3 - Intensive Outpatient Program)
This advanced IOP phase continues to build independence. With fewer hours per week (3 days per week, 3-4 hours per day), the focus here is on mastering the skills you've developed:
Master Relapse Prevention Techniques: Solidify your ability to navigate challenges.
Build Recovery Independence: Foster self-reliance in maintaining sobriety.
Establish Sustainable Social Connections: Develop healthy relationships outside of treatment.
Create a Lifestyle Plan Post-Treatment: Plan for life beyond structured therapy.
Focus on financial stability, communication & healthy relationships: Address practical life skills.
This phase is about gaining confidence and preparing for a more independent life in recovery within the Central Ohio community.
Sunshadow (OP Phase 1 - Outpatient Services)
As you progress, the "Sunshadow" phase represents an early re-entry into a less intensive level of care, typically less than 9 hours of treatment per week. This long-term outpatient service focuses on:
Maintaining Recovery Long Term: Shifting focus to sustained sobriety.
Tracking Journaling and Supports: Continuing self-reflection and utilizing your support network.
Major focus on mental and physical health stability: Prioritizing overall well-being.
This phase is crucial for consistent, ongoing support as you navigate the complexities of long-term recovery in Lancaster and Fairfield County.
Glowpath (OP Phase 2 - Outpatient Services)
"Glowpath" continues the outpatient journey, with sessions typically once a week. This phase helps you further integrate recovery into your daily life and set sights on future goals:
Long term goals (school, work): Planning for personal and professional growth.
Budgeting, healthy living, sober activity tracker: Practical skills for a balanced life.
This phase is about building momentum and creating a truly fulfilling life in sobriety.
Evenlight (OP Phase 3 - Outpatient Services)
The final outpatient phase, "Evenlight," involves bi-weekly or monthly sessions, signifying a high level of stability and independence. Here, the focus shifts to:
Helping others & service work: Giving back to the recovery community, a powerful step in personal growth.
Mastering emotional skills: Continual refinement of emotional regulation and coping.
This phase is about sustained recovery, living life to the fullest, and becoming a beacon of hope for others.
Each phase is a minimum of two months, and your admission phase is determined by your intake assessment, ensuring you start at the most appropriate level of care.
Understanding these phases can help you envision your own journey. Which phase resonates most with where you are right now? What kind of skills do you hope to develop as you move through recovery?
At Sunrise Recovery, we are dedicated to guiding you through each step of these program phases. Whether you're just starting or looking for continued support, our compassionate team is here. Contact us today at 740-901-9330 or visit www.sunriserecoveryllc.com to discuss your personalized treatment plan and begin your path to wellness in Lancaster, Ohio.
