As you begin the process of searching for the best treatment program for yourself or a loved on, there are a lot of factors to consider. You don’t need to travel out of state to get high quality treatment as there are great options locally in Colorado.
Determining what level of care is necessary can be extremely overwhelming. Talking to a knowledgeable treatment and mental health professional can help assess your needs, and guide you to resources that would be best for you.
The Denver office, located less than 15 miles from Wheat Ridge, serves teens and young adults who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse. This center is where our Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, and After School Intensive Outpatient programs take place, as well as our clinical assessments and parent support groups.
2102 University Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80918
719-249-3545Sandstone Care aims to drive positive lasting change in real people. We understand that you have a life, so we offer a more personal experience than you would find anywhere else.
Our commitment to our clients’ lasting success and recovery helps us continually exceed licensing standards of care throughout the industry.
The Continuum of Care
Access a full range of treatments for mental health and substance use disorders. Whether you need a safe transitional living program, inpatient care, or outpatient therapy, we have a program to help.
Marijuana has become a way to self-medicate for underlying issues and it’s easy to become dependent on its use.
Studies have found that binge drinking & heavy alcohol use are problematic for young people.
Opioid misuse occurs when a person uses heroin or misuses prescription pain relievers like hydrocodone, oxycodone, and morphine.
Commonly abused stimulants include cocaine, methamphetamines, and prescription stimulants, like Ritalin, Adderall, and Concerta.
The Right Program: A detailed interview and assessment process with a clinical professional. Look for an organization that assesses physical and mental health, as well as qualifications for your loved one’s specific needs. Make sure the organization you’re considering has skilled experience with the the drawbacks your loved on is facing.
If the organization isn’t right for your substance abuse treatment, ask if they have referrals for a more appropriate fit.
Professional Team: Look for a licensed, experienced organization that focuses on a team-oriented approach, working together to support each client and their family. Find a team that includes individual and family therapists, substance abuse counselors, psychiatrists, and dietitians.
A highly credentialed team taking a holistic approach to care is critical to achieving successful outcomes from substance abuse and addiction treatments.
Safety: An organization that focuses on participant safety, both physical and emotional. Many people will discover through the treatment process that abstinence from all substances is the best choice for them. Through this journey, it is important to support participants in staying safe and reducing harm.
Find a support system you trust to aid your substance abuse and addiction treatment.
Mental Health and Trauma Training: Drug abuse and addiction generally co-occur with a mental health or trauma experience. It is important that a treatment program has the ability to treat not only substance abuse but also underlying mental health concerns and trauma.
Ideally, a program would have a psychiatrist on staff, and staff trained in trauma-informed care. A good support system believes recovery and healing are two sides of the same coin, and both are necessary for long-lasting success.
An Individualized Program: An organization that tailors the experience to the individual and their unique needs. Find a team that sees you or your loved one as a person and creates a support program based on what is needed. True change from substance abuse and addiction treatment comes from authentic connection and genuine investment.
Strengths Based: An approach that focuses on what is working and nurtures those activities, patterns, and behaviors to encourage health and vibrancy.
Evidence-Based Care: An organization that draws on research and time-tested practices for the best possible outcome. Research or ask about the therapy methods they use in addition treatment.
Family Oriented: Any large life challenge always affects and is impacted by the surrounding system. Find an organization that supports and integrates the whole family. No one walks the road to recovery alone.
Our 24/7 Medically supervised detox and inpatient program lasts 5-21 days.
We understand that you have your own unique story, so once you are safely stabilized, we listen to you about what has been going on and perform medical and psychological evaluations to get a better understanding of your individual needs.
Our comfortable private rooms and safe, supportive environment help you to recover from drug and alcohol addiction.
The teen residential program is 60-90 days of on-site 24/7 treatment.
While in a safe and home-like setting, our highly credentialed and compassionate staff helps teens learn healthy ways to handle their daily struggles.
We equip and empower teens and their families with the tools they need in order to make positive, healthy changes in their lives.
On-site day treatment lasts 2-4 weeks.
Day Treatment helps support teens and young adults struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health disorders who need significant structure.
We use scientifically proven therapies that are guided by relevant data. Patient preferences are prioritized, which means customized treatment plans designed specifically for your unique needs.
IOP lasts 8-12 weeks (on-site or virtual treatment).
Our after-school or after-work intensive outpatient programming helps teens and young adults overcome mental health and substance use challenges, while living at home and keeping up with daily responsibilities.
We provide individualized evidence-based treatment, promote family involvement, & provide you with the tools you need to reach lasting recovery.
Transitional living program lasts 2-6 Months.
Recovery is about more than simply abstaining from drug or alcohol use. It is also about developing a sustainable, balanced, and independent lifestyle.
Our transitional living homes are where young adults find support and structure early in the recovery process. Our homes are gender specific for men and women ages 18-30.
Despite the beauty surrounding and located in Wheat Ridge, the city faces its own set of challenges when it comes to substance abuse. Colorado is facing an epidemic of opioid use disorders and overdoses, with an estimated 224,000 people misusing prescription drugs each year.
Wheat Ridge is located in Jefferson County where there is a growing older population more vulnerable to chronic pain, a higher frequency of risky prescription practices and higher opioid-related rates of ER visits and deaths from prescription opioid overdoses.
In 2018, there were 110 deaths related to drug intoxication, with 87 of those deaths being accidental.
In response to the growing substance use epidemic, Jefferson County’s Public Health Department created four different initiatives: Baby and Me Tobacco Free, Communities that Care (CTC), Prescription Opioid Overdose Prevention, & Tobacco Prevention.
CTC is a coalition of approximately 100 stakeholders who are using a structured, evidenced-based community change process focused on preventing substance use, reducing sexual/relationship violence and homelessness among youth. The focus is on reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors.
Several initiatives include:
This program provides several key measures to reduce the effects of opioid addiction including making available naxalone to front line workers, provide needle disposal in the community and other prevention programs
In response to the growing substance use epidemic, Jefferson County’s Public Health Department created four different initiatives: Baby and Me Tobacco Free, Communities that Care (CTC), Prescription Opioid Overdose Prevention, & Tobacco Prevention.
In addition to seeking out support from addiction professionals, having a network of people that will build you up as you continue your sobriety is very important. Organizations like 12 Step Programs and SMART Recovery provide meetings that build up sober individuals and help to create a supportive community.
Wheat Ridge Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting List
Wheat Ridge Narcotics Anonymous Meeting List
Colorado Refuge Recovery Meeting List
Refuge Recovery Online Meetings
SMART Recovery Meeting List
SMART Recovery Online Meetings
Wheat Ridge Al-Anon Meeting List
Sandstone Care Parent Support Group
We understand taking the first step is difficult. There is no shame or guilt in asking for help or more information. We are here to support you in any way we can.