Mary Lind Recovery Centers – Royal Palms Recovery Home is a comprehensive residential substance abuse treatment facility located in central Los Angeles. The facility is situated at 1234 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103, making it easily accessible from Downtown Los Angeles and within the Los Angeles Community College District. The primary purpose of Royal Palms is to provide quality residential recovery services, particularly catering to the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. The facility offers a range of services including counseling, life skills education, and community integration programs, with a focus on individualized treatment plans and community support.
Key Services and Programs
Group and Individual Counseling
Royal Palms offers both group and individual counseling sessions facilitated by registered and certified substance abuse counselors. These sessions are designed to help residents set and achieve personal goals, manage their recovery, and address specific issues such as anger management and domestic violence.
Life Skills Education
The facility provides life skills education to help residents develop essential skills for daily living, vocational training, and community integration. This includes participation in kitchen duties, social recreational activities, and housekeeping chores to promote practical skills and social support networks.
Family Reunification and Community Services
Royal Palms supports family reunification and connects residents with various community services, including assistance in locating suitable living environments post-treatment, resolving legal obligations, and accessing medical services. The facility also offers on-site community service placements and links residents with vocational rehabilitation services.
Process Groups and Specialized Counseling
The facility offers specialized groups such as process groups, anger management groups, and domestic violence groups. These are conducted by in-house licensed staff to address specific needs and promote holistic recovery.
Levels of Care
Residential Treatment
Royal Palms provides residential treatment for adults, offering a structured and supportive environment for those recovering from substance abuse. The treatment duration is tailored to the individual’s unique circumstances, ensuring a personalized approach to recovery.
Staff and Expertise
The staff at Royal Palms includes registered and certified substance abuse counselors who serve as case managers and advocates for residents. These counselors are specialized in developing individualized treatment plans and ensuring residents access necessary resources. The facility also employs licensed staff to conduct various counseling sessions and support groups.
Treatment Approach
Philosophy and Modalities
Royal Palms adopts a social model recovery approach, emphasizing community support and individual engagement. The treatment modalities include daily self-help meetings, weekly individual and case management sessions, and mandatory daily groups. The facility promotes a healthy concept of “being of service” to the community through social and recreational activities, fostering a sense of purpose and community integration.
Unique Features
LGBTQ+ Focus
One of the distinctive aspects of Royal Palms is its specialized services for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. This focus ensures that residents receive care that is sensitive to their unique needs and circumstances, providing a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
Community Integration
The facility’s emphasis on community integration sets it apart. Residents are encouraged to participate in community functions, attend Twelve-Step meetings in the surrounding community, and engage in vocational and educational services to promote reintegration into society.
Accreditations and Quality Measures
CARF Accreditation
Royal Palms is CARF accredited and licensed and certified by the Department of Health Care Services, State of California. The facility is also partially funded by the Department of Public Health, County of Los Angeles, ensuring it meets high standards of quality care.
Admission Process and Insurance
Admission Process
The admission process involves contacting the facility directly to inquire about availability and to discuss individual needs. Potential residents can call (858) 454-1111 for more information.
Insurance
The cost of most services is covered by many health insurance plans, private/cash payment, as well as funding from county, state, and federal assistance. For specific inquiries about insurance coverage, potential residents should contact the facility directly.
