A Staff Report
In the heart of North Carolina, RHA Health Services is making a profound impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and substance use challenges. Their mission is simple yet profound: to help these individuals live their best lives. Through unwavering dedication, a commitment to personalized care, and strong values, RHA Health Services is setting the pace for excellence in supporting people.
Putting People First: A Culture of Care
At RHA Health Services, the people they serve and support are at the core of everything they do. Martha Locklear, a representative of RHA, emphasizes their focus on assisting individuals in achieving personal goals, fostering meaningful community connections, and attaining positive outcomes in health and overall well-being.
Brittany and the devoted staff at the Bladenboro location exemplify this commitment to their community. They offer a wide range of disability services for adults and children, including those with physical disabilities and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). These services encompass residential options such as group homes and Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs), supported employment services, day programs, and more.
Their vision, “Setting the PACE for Excellence in Supporting People,” is reflected in their shared values of Passion, Accountability, Communication, and Ethics (PACE).
In addition to their IDD services, RHA Health Services provides comprehensive behavioral health support, including mental health and substance use services. In the midst of the opioid epidemic, communities nationwide are facing increased demands for prevention and substance use services.
RHA is at the forefront of combating this crisis by offering a range of evidence-based practices. These include crisis services, specialized opioid treatment, outpatient programs, and non-hospital detox services. Their goal is clear: to help each person they support understand their addictive disease and establish a commitment to recovery and maintenance.
A Holistic Approach to Recovery
RHA Health Services is committed to long-term treatment, addressing the bio-psycho-social-spiritual aspects of opioid and alcohol addiction and recovery. They specialize in providing wrap-around support, advocacy, and various levels of treatment to ensure individuals receive the care they need.
Their services encompass:
1. Comprehensive Clinical Assessment: An initial evaluation to determine appropriate treatment.
2. Individual and Group Counseling
3. Family Counseling
4. Medication Management
5. Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient (SAIOP): Focused on developing the skills needed in early recovery.
6. Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient (SACOT): Designed to reduce substance use and enhance work and education.
7. Substance Abuse Outpatient (SAOP): Structured group sessions to strengthen relapse prevention plans.
Benefits and Outcomes
The impact of RHA’s programs is evident in the outcomes they achieve:
– Abstinence or reduction in substance use
– Development of a social support network and necessary lifestyle changes
– Enhanced employment and educational success
– Improved social and interpersonal skills, along with better family relationships
– A deeper understanding of addictive disease
– A firm commitment to recovery and maintenance
Awards and Quality Recognition
RHA Health Services upholds the highest standards of care. They are accredited by the International Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL), using the Personal Outcomes system for person-centered planning. Furthermore, RHA has received a 3-year accreditation from CARF International for specific programs at 24 sites in North Carolina.
Connect with RHA Health Services
For those seeking support and assistance, RHA Behavioral Health Services in Bladenboro, NC, is a place of hope. You can learn more about their services and locations by visiting their website at rhahealthservices.org.
RHA Health Services is not just a healthcare provider; they are champions of empowerment, dedicated to improving lives and building stronger, more inclusive communities. Their commitment to excellence shines as a beacon of hope and support for all those they serve.
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