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Adolescent Program
The Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) Adolescent Program provides comprehensive treatment for adolescents ages 13 to 17 suffering with primary substance abuse dependency as well as those struggling with co-occurring psychiatric disorders. The basic goals of the treatment program are to help the patient and family establish recovery and learn the skills to live effectively as the teen establishes abstinence-based sobriety.

"What sets our program apart?" 

What sets the PaRC apart from other treatment facilities is what we offer to our adolescents. We offer:

Family Centered Care- An extensive family program; 3 days of education, counseling, and empowering family members in their recovery program.

Teen Issues Group- PaRC adolescent program knows that teens face peer pressure and a myriad of social pressures. We maintain a commitment to empowering these adolescents as leaders amidst their peers.

Relationships in Recovery Group- Our program commits to educating our patients on the establishment of safe, healthy, and recovery-centered standards for relationships -with themselves, their spirituality, and others.

Behavioral Management- The PaRC Adolescent Program will manage patient’s behaviors through positive reinforcement standards. Patients will gain privileges through our incentive-based system. Privileges such as game room access and extra free time will be earned upon patients exhibiting positive behaviors.

Leadership Committee- A component of our behavior management system will be serving on our Leadership Committee. This committee is peer lead an Affirmations Group, and the Night Reflections Group which will be done under staff supervision. The PaRC understands the importance of empowering youth to be leaders, and we are committed to setting positive standards for ways for them to do so.

Education- The PaRC Adolescent program maintains a strong commitment to the education of our patients. Upon admission, patients will be enrolled in our on-site, TEA accredited curriculum through Southwest Schools. Our adolescent patients will receive a high quality of academics while focusing on their recovery in treatment.

Sober Peer Group- The PaRC adolescent program maintains collaboration with community resources in order to maximize the support our patients receive. We believe that treatment is not merely about establishing change today, but more importantly for an adolescent’s lifetime. Our program has established relationships with area alternative peer groups in an effort to ensure that our patients get as much exposure to sober peers, not only for sponsorship and leadership, but also as a part of their discharge planning. These alternative peer groups will also host 12-step meetings at the PaRC 6 days a week.

Check-In Group- This group will begin each day of treatment at the PaRC Adolescent Program wherein patients will have an open forum to set goals, express their feelings candidly, and get their needs met with their peers and staff.

FWellness Focus- The PaRC Adolescent Program maintains a strong commitment to holistic recovery for our patients. We will have an on-site fitness coordinator, group education facilitated by a Registered Dietician in our Health Education Group, as well as a full-service fitness room and outdoor recreation area.

Quality of CD Programming- The PaRC Adolescent Program is a 12 step, abstinence-based program. We have an Alcoholics Anonymous “Big Book” study and focus on educating our patients on the disease of addiction in our Chemical Dependency education groups. In addition there is a weekly medical lecture by our medical director, and extensive time spent on relapse triggers and prevention.(With a staff of seasoned professionals; Masters level clinicians, LCDC’s , A.S.A.M. certified medical director, a Board Certified Adolescent Medicine Psychiatrist)

Building Recovery One Life at a Time


The PaRC has strong supportive ties to community agencies whose primary focus is to help adolescents succeed through establishing sober supportive peer groups.  Below is list of the types of agencies PaRC staff will collaborate with to ensure the patients served establish supportive peer groups.
  • Community Based Support
  • Supportive Academic Environments
  • Alternative Peer Group Support Networks
The PaRC Adolescent Program helps teens reclaim their youth and establish maturity one step at a time.  For more information about the PaRC Adolescent Program contact us at contactparc@memorialhermann.org or 713-939-7272.
 
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Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center Adolescent Program 1st year Anniversary Essay Contest
Deadline July 31
In honor of its 1st year anniversary, Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center (PaRC) Adolescent Program will host an essay contest for patients, family members, and friends, this July, and asks, "How has alcohol and drug addiction affected your family?" Or “How has receiving treatment (at the PaRC) changed your life?” The contest is open to current and former patients, of PaRC, as well as their family, friends and the public.
The grand prize winner will receive a $100 gift card to Target. Second prize is a $50 gift card and third prize is a $25 gift card to Target.
Essay contest registration forms are available online by clicking here. Entries must be typed, must not exceed 450 words and must be submitted by e-mail to mhparcessay@memorialhermann.org or faxed to (713) 329-7560 to the attention of "1st Anniversary Essay Contest" with a completed entry form. Once submitted, all entries are property of Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center and may be archived for public use in print, online or in other formats. Limit: One entry per person.
The contest deadline is July 31. Winners will be announced in August on our website.
 

BUILDING RECOVERY ONE LIFE AT A TIME

This is the slogan of the Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC). This is Houston's most accomplished recovery center specializing in substance abuse treatment, alcohol rehab and drug intervention. This Houston, Texas based recovery center is one of the best detox centers in the country and is known for its groundbreaking and innovative treatment of both adults and adolescents. The PaRC is a premier alcohol and drug treatment facility. The PaRC helps both adults and adolescents deal with chemical dependency is positive way. The PaRC provides many forms of treatment which include detoxification, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient throughout the greater Houston area, transitional living, Spanish speaking services, family services, and more.

ADMISSION

Before admission into any of the substance abuse treatment or drug intervention at this recovery center, patients will undergo a full psychological and physical evaluation. Based on the results of the evaluation patients will be enrolled into a customized treatment program. Each patient receives a list of required items (Co-payment for prescription medications-cash or credit card, 5 days of casual clothing, personal hygiene items, money for vending machines etc) as well as a list of prohibited items (weapons in any form, cell phones or Blackberrys, alcohol or drugs etc). Because the only secure place for belongings is the hospital safe, patients are discouraged from bringing excessive amounts of money or jewelry onto the premises as the hospital will not accept any responsibility for loss or theft of these items.

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM

With an increasing number of 18-24 year olds becoming susceptible to substance abuse, the PaRC has created a number of custom programs which may be more effective than those of other detox centers. Alcohol rehab and drug intervention for these individuals takes into account the fact that their psychological emotional and behavioral and cognitive abilities have been influenced in some way. The program involves areas such as life skills classes, spirituality groups and specialized therapy groups to aid the patient in making a full recovery.

This recovery center understands that families are a huge part of the healing process for patients. The PaRC ensures that parents and family members are actively involved in the program - offering both reassurance and healing to both parties. We believe that chemical dependency is a family disease and we are here to help.

ADOLESCENT PROGRAM

The Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) Adolescent Program provides comprehensive alcohol and drug treatment for adolescents ages 13 to 17 suffering with primary substance abuse dependency as well as those struggling with co-occurring psychiatric disorders. The basic goals of the treatment program are to help the patient and family establish recovery and learn the skills to live effectively as the teen establishes abstinence-based sobriety. Trained to understand the unique development issues of adolescents such as peer pressure and self esteem, our highly qualified administrative and clinical staff is committed to providing treatment services to teenaged patients for detoxification, residential treatment, day treatment, intensive outpatient, family programming, educational curriculum, relapse prevention, aftercare, and much more.

A REHAB HOME AWAY FROM HOME

During your stay at the recovery center the staff tries their best to make your time in alcohol rehab and drug treatment as comfortable as possible. Patients will sleep in rooms with a roommate to ensure that no feelings of being alone arise. To ensure that patients are receiving the right nutrients, three balanced meals a day are provided. Family and friends are allowed to visit during designated visiting hours so that patients do not feel as though they are being ostracized. And finally, because relaxation is a key part of the recovery process, recreational facilities are provided as well. We believe that everyone deserves a new beginning and that recovery from drugs and alcohol is possible through a 12 step approach.

HOW DO I CONTACT THE PARC?

If you are interested in learning more about the recovery programs offered by the Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC), give them a call on 713-939-7272 or 877-4MH -PARC, 877-464-7272. The team of highly qualified staff has nothing but the health and well-being of its patients at heart. Give us a call today to change your life.