A brief overview of residential addiction recovery programs for men: what they are and why they work.

1. Residential Drug and Alcohol
Treatment for Men
How it works and what you need to
know to live a life free of addiction
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2. Why Residential Treatment?
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The methods of treatment and recovery from
the disease of addiction are ever evolving.
Gone are the days when addiction treatment
was seen as an acute problem with a 28-day
rehab. All the latest research shows that a
long-term continuum of care is necessary to
effectively treat alcoholism and drug
addiction.
Recovery from alcohol and drug use and
abuse is a process that treats the physical,
emotional and spiritual aspects of the
Every man deserves to discover new hope
individual. In a non-judgmental and loving
and meaning for his life, to heal the pain of
environment, with guidance tailored to each
his past, to find personal growth both
individual, it is possible to rediscover a life
emotionally and spiritually, and to again path that is free of drugs and alcohol.
become a responsible, productive member of
the community.

3. Why Men’s Only Treatment?
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“Recovering men know this path is not
always easy. We usually talk about the
benefits of recovery and the many promises
of the program. Today, in our fellowship, we
talk of the challenges we must face in order
to recover. Honesty may be the greatest
challenge. It is frightening to be honest with
ourselves about things we have never really
admitted or faced before. We are part of a
large movement of men committed to
recovery, and this quiet moment is one way
in which we are simply putting one foot in
front of the other.”
Men and women have different
emotions, perceptions and
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motivations, and need recovery paths A Book of Daily Meditations for Men
specifically designed to address their ©1986, 1991 by Hazelden Foundation.
needs, challenges and addictions.

4. Treatment Process
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The residential addiction treatment and recovery
program is structured as a four – six month program
and consists of three primary components:
1. A safe, supportive, structured, drug and alcohol-
free living environment where the client is
immersed in sobriety as a way of life and
surrounded by a group of his peers all with the
common goal of acquiring and maintaining sobriety.
2. Group sessions led by certified addiction
counselors with varied life and scholastic
experiences in a non-judgmental, loving
atmosphere.
quot;My life can only be described as amazing. I have so
3. Participation in the recovery community and
many blessings. I have friends that truly love me for attendance at 12-step meetings everyday develops
who I am and would do anything for me. My a sense of ownership for one’s own recovery and
often leads to opportunities to give back to the
relationship with my family is better than it’s ever
recovery community.
been. I have true purpose in my life and can’t
imagine it getting any better than this.quot;

5. Your New Path
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Restore your relationships, revive your
dreams, find joy in every day.
Live a life FREE of Drugs, Alcohol and
Addiction with ongoing support:
• Relapse Prevention – an integral part of the recovery
process developed to give you tools for staying sober
even in the midst of depression and challenging times
• Transition Planning – an in-depth plan used in
conjunction with the relapse prevention plan to address
ongoing recovery needs and to foster a smooth
transition to the next phase of your recovery
“Life is infinitely simpler these days. For the first time • Aftercare – once you have successfully completed the
in my life I am comfortable in my own skin. My residential program, you should continue attend ongoing
relationship with my family is better than it’s ever group therapy, outings, and events which will solidify
your sobriety and offer hope to others on their journey.
been. I have more fun now than I ever have before -
real fun! I live life without being chemically dependent
and relish the fact that I remember everyday with a
clear mind.”

6. What is Purple?
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Purple, Inc. is a residential drug and
alcohol addiction treatment center
for men in North Atlanta, Georgia.
We are committed to helping
addicted men and their families
create new, happier lives through
sobriety.
Our recovery methods are based on
personal, real experience, our staff
members are engaging and
genuine, and our success is tied
directly to our clients’ success
Purple is an exclusive color, mystical in quality, blending
combating addiction.
the two extremes of the spectrum, red and blue.
Traditionally, purple represents splendor, dignity, royalty,
rank and wealth. Purple is a unique color and it is a truly
unique individual who holds it dear.