our renewal programs

Recovery is not an event. It is a process in which clients may struggle with their commitment to abstinence-based living, free from mood-altering substances. We recognize that for some, the journey is difficult, filled with unexpected hazards and uncomfortable emotions. Some men may feel the progress is too slow, while others may find recovery filled with challenge and excitement..

The Renewal Program at the MRTC is an opportunity for former clients to engage in a refresher program as they revisit the goals, strategies, and objectives of leading a recovery lifestyle. Our program offers clients the tools to regain strength and reaffirm their commitment to recovery.

The program is divided into three parts – Phase 1: Recovery Maintenance, Phase 2: Enhanced Wellness and a Family Renewal Program.

phase one: recovery maintenance

Recovery Maintenance clients may have encountered ‘slips’ or ‘lapses’ and are experiencing challenges in maintaining sobriety during the recovery process. The Recovery Maintenance program guides clients to focus primarily on relapse prevention. Topics include:

  • Assessing your current situation
  • Discovering what is and is not working for you
  • Identifying and dealing with triggers
  • Self-sabotage
  • Identifying goals and setting priorities

phase two: enhanced wellness

Enhanced Wellness clients have moved beyond the immediate needs of early recovery, are able to maintain abstinence from mood-altering substances, and wish to work further on their issues. These clients are encouraged to examine their successes thus far as well as to explore ways of continuing on the path of a chemically-free recovery lifestyle. Topics include:

  • Revisiting the wellness wheel
  • The process of recovery
  • Moving toward recovery vs running from misery
  • Forgiveness
  • Relationships
  • Putting fun back into life

family renewal program*

The Family Renewal Program is offered to past clients, their families and members of the community who have been affected, or are concerned, and would like to educate themselves on how to cope with an addicted individual. Topics include:

  • Dynamics of the addicted family
  • The family and Wellness
  • Boundaries and healthy emotional detachment
  • The art of loving

* Please call the Intake/Discharge Department for upcoming renewal program dates.