Antelope Valley Rehabilitation Center, founded in the 1930s, is a treatment center for men and women suffering from substance addiction and behavioral problems. The facility is located near the Antelope Valley in the Acton community in Los Angeles. The treatment center is operated by the LA County Department of Public Health and offers a long-term residential inpatient program located in the Mojave Desert Community. Inpatient treatment may last anytime between 3-4 months. The treatment facility also utilizes evidence-based treatment in conjunction with the 12-step program and the Matrix Model to assist in treating co-occurring and substance abuse disorder. Although the facility does not offer detoxification services, it gives out local referrals. The treatment center has up to 75 employees on site comprising of drivers, clerical support, and chefs. The facility also boasts of multiple mental health professionals including Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADCs), Bachelors-level counselors, physicians, and clinical psychologists. Antelope Valley Rehabilitation Center also offers NA and AA sessions which are brought to the rehab by volunteers and big books which are given to the residents to assist them in communicating with potential sponsors after sessions. Most of the therapy at the facility is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based and the facility hosts addiction education classes for its residents.
The facility is situated on a 133-acre property surrounded by scenic views and home to plenty of wildlife. The residential area for patients in recovery can accommodate as much as 48 women and 137 men. Many of the treatment services provided by the facility are separated by gender—housing, dining, and recreational activities. The cabins which house the residents are cozy with minimalist colors. The facility also provides a small living room area furnished with books and couches. Antelope Valley provides lockers for residents to keep their personal belongings and also provides showers and bathrooms equipped with modern toilets and sinks. The facility has a large kitchen and meals are served in dining rooms which have tables and chairs. Residents are served meals thrice daily. Breakfast may be a variation of cereal, coffee, juice, and scrambled eggs while lunch may consist of sandwiches and pizza. Dinner options may consist of pot roast, ribs, and mashed potatoes. The facility does not accommodate dietary restrictions as vegetarians will have to feed themselves from the salad bar which accessible at most meal times. The facility has a library and a TV-watching area as well as smoking areas. Laundry services are available at the facility.
This form of treatment can last for up to 120 days and residents are required to have at least three days of continuous of being sober in order to be admitted into the program. Before being admitted, residents take part in a comprehensive evaluation and assessment. Individuals who score more than a 10 on self-evaluation tests are offered the Medication-Assisted Treatment. Group and individual therapy takes place in this program and may include relapse prevention and motivational interviewing classes.
Antelope Valley costs vary depending on the type of program a client is registered into. Financial counselors and administrative staff are available to answer any questions clients might have about insurance coverage and funding options.
The facility offers recreational activities such as yoga, exercise and gym, art therapy, and hiking. The establishment also offers different programs and projects such as the “Co-occurring Drug Court-180 project” which involves criminal justice clients. This program’s inpatient treatment has an average duration of 90 days.
There is also another program called “Moms on a Mission” which offers help and treatment to mothers between the ages of 18 and 25 suffering from dual diagnosis and substance abuse issues. This program also offers a six-month in-house stay (residential).
After completion of a program, the counselors/qualified professionals create a discharge plan which might include referring patients to a center in Lancaster for the provision of outpatient treatment and aftercare.
The facility prides itself in its seriousness and dedication to treatment and mental health, incorporating camp-style environment and settings. Antelope Valley is available in Los Angeles only and as such might put off clients in other states, but clients living around the area might find this center is a good option when looking for rehabilitation centers to receive treatment. Also, state funding is only allowed for residents who are in the Los Angeles County. With its desert-like setting and environment, it is a good option for clients who are looking to get away and heal in peace and tranquility.