FAQs | Frequently Asked Questions | Powerful Recovery852

Some FAQs About Recovery852 :

We have compiled a series of frequently asked questions that may be helpful. These questions have come from clients over the years. If you do not find an answer to your question, please get in touch with us.

What is rehab?

Rehab is short for rehabilitation; this essentially is residential care that can last anywhere between 28 days and 90 days.

How do I make an appointment?

Please get in touch with us by telephone, WhatsApp or email, and we will schedule the soonest available time. Please note that we only see clients by appointment.

What happens in the first session, and how much is it?

The first session is a consultation and assessment. We use evidence-based interventions and have a conversation better to understand the severity of the addiction(s). We are then able to provide possible solutions to help the client. The cost of the consultation and assessment is HK$1,500 for one hour.

How much is the treatment?

We are reluctant to provide exact costs because every case is different. There are also various treatment options like outpatient and inpatient. The price largely depends on the client’s needs and resources. We have options for everyone. We also have different packages, so we can only provide accurate costs once we have completed the initial consultation and assessment.

Do I need to remain abstinent during the 6-week outpatient program?

Yes, clients are required to remain abstinent during the 6-week program.

Will I get a refund for any of your services?

No, we have a no-refund policy.

What is the difference between rehab and your residential retreats?

Rehab is when the individual goes abroad for 30, 60, or 90 days. Rehab is a secure medical facility with detox facilities and doctors and nurses on site. Rehab offers structured, evidence-based programs for clients with group and individual sessions and additional workshops and lectures. Rehab also offers other support groups. Our retreats in Hong Kong do not provide detox, nor do we have resident doctors and nurses. no workshops or lectures exist.

However, we can arrange for a registered nurse to come, depending on the situation, but this rarely happens. The retreat is one-to-one and tailored-made for the client; no workshops or lectures exist. Retreats have been popular with clients who cannot go abroad for extended periods due to family or work constraints. The retreat is short and intense, and many have found lasting peace.

What if I use a mind-altering substance once I join one of your programs?

We take each case on an individual basis.

Will I get a refund if the intervention doesn't work?

Despite having a very high success rate regarding interventions, we do not refund if it is unsuccessful.

Do you offer medical services?

We do not offer medical services, but we have a network of preferred partners in Hong Kong. Should medical services be warranted, we will refer the client.

What makes Recovery852's program or services different from others?

We have been helping people for a long time; the core team is in recovery from either one or multiple addictions themselves, so they can genuinely understand and empathize. Our programme allows clients to understand causes and conditions by applying evidence-based theoretical models. Unlike other programmes and services, we also use the ACT model and 12-step Facilitation Therapy. We are also competitively priced and offer special packages to people struggling financially.

Recovery852 retreats are intimate and compelling, and we are the only provider currently offering this service in Hong Kong. Recovery852 also does interventions and sober escorting; we can come to you. We go to clients’ homes and businesses. This service sets us apart from our competitors. We believe that recovery from addictive behaviors should be accessible for all, and we try our level best to do that.

Can I claim from my medical aid?

It depends on your policy and your coverage. We have dealt with a few leading insurance companies, but it depends on your policy and the insurance company.

Do I need a visa?

If you are coming to Hong Kong, you do not need a visa. The countries in our partners have “medical visas” Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information; we will be more than happy to assist you.

What is an intervention?

Intervention is a professionally directed education process resulting in a face-to-face meeting of family members, friends, or employers with the person in trouble with alcohol and drugs. People who struggle with addiction are often in denial about their addiction and its consequences on them and the people around them; many are unwilling to seek treatment. Our job is to lay out the facts and encourage them to get the professional help they need.

How long are your retreats?

There are two retreats; one is four days, and the other is seven days. We do offer tailor-made retreats. Should you wish to learn more, please get in touch with us.

How does the 6-week program work?

The six-week wellness outpatient program is for clients who are unable to go away to rehab. Our six-week program regularly runs so clients can focus on their recovery and continue honoring their personal, professional, or legal commitments. We only take ten clients at a time. If you miss the start of one, you can join the next six weeks. Contact us for further details.

How much do your services cost?

We have a variety of different services as people have different needs. Our services vary; we are very reasonably and competitively priced compared to other options in Hong Kong. We feel that you get value for money; we do everything wholeheartedly. Our packages are very affordable for what we provide. Our clients tell us that it was worth every single cent. Please make an appointment so we can continue the conversation.

Where is the venue where you hold your programs?

Our programs are at our office, except for residential retreats and rehab. We can also go to clients’ homes and businesses.

Do I need to be detoxed before starting the outpatient program or any other of the programs you offer?

Yes, especially if you or your significant other is experiencing delirium tremens (DTs) and opioid withdrawal. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for further assistance.

Do you offer psychotherapy and psychiatric services?

No, we do not offer these services, but we have a trusted network of professionals with whom we work closely. We can refer clients to a preferred medical professional if required.

How do I get into rehab?

Please get in touch with us; we will provide you with all the information you need. Depending on your requirements, we can arrange it within 8 to 48 hours.

What is aftercare?

Aftercare is a well-planned and systematic program for people who have returned from rehab and need additional ongoing support. Hong Kong can be a daunting place to return to after being in a safe and protected environment. We help clients readjust; we provide them with the vital tools and coping strategies to get back into their daily lives. Aftercare helps clients be accountable and plugged into a support network. Addiction isolates people, and aftercare is an antidote to that. Some clients join our aftercare program after completing the 6-week outpatient wellness program. We are the only one offering this service in Hong Kong.

Do you accept credit cards?

We do not have any, but we expect to have credit facilities very soon. We accept cash and bank transfers to our business account. We now do not take cheques.

How does sober escorting work?

We are the only company that offers this service, and we are one of them. We will escort the client safely to their destination. We have successfully taken clients to rehabs within the Asia-Pacific region and Africa. The client is required to pay for the escort’s flights and accommodation. Billable hours and expertise are included in the overall cost, so there are NO hidden costs or charges. Please reach out to us; we will be happy to assist you.

What is the family program?

The family program provides family and significant others with the vital tools and knowledge to stop enabling and loving “detach” from the person who is acting out in their addiction. We believe at Recovery852 that addiction is a family issue. The family or significant other must get on the pathway to recovery so that they can live in peace and be caught up less in the chaos, conflict, and crisis that active addiction brings. We help families move from chaos, conflict, and crisis to a culture of recovery.

Will I be cured of my addiction?

No, but you can live in a recovered state and adopt a healthy lifestyle. One can see that in remission from other fatal diseases, and if you take medicine as prescribed, you will be in a state of recovery; it is no different from addiction.

Do you prescribe medicine?

No, we do not prescribe medicine or offer any medical services; however, we can refer you to one of our trusted preferred partners who can provide medical services.

Are your programs evidence-based?

Yes, we use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) along with other models that have been proven effective in treating addiction and other destructive behaviours.

Will I get drug tested once I join one of your programs?

We do testing only if there is a strong suspicion that clients are using substances. Our partners do the testing at the client’s expense.

Do you have a contract or agreement with clients?

Yes, we do, and we also have a Memorandum of Agreement with all our clients. The purpose of this is to outline what our responsibilities as recovery services providers are and what the client’s obligations are. We also include the payment terms, days, and total length of the programme. We firmly believe that transparency and accountability are imperative in building trust, and having it in writing helps cement this trust. We also require clients to sign a disclaimer. The MoA is only valid for the duration of the program.

Where is your office?

Our office is only in Lee Gardens Three, Causeway Bay. Please note that we only see clients by appointment.

Why Recovery852?

Compassion, integrity, and perseverance are our values that we have become known for over the years. Not many organisations do interventions and sober escorting. We get results and we offer a unique service that other practices do not offer. Another reason to choose Recovery852 is that we go anywhere we go to clients’ homes and businesses. Recovery852 offers support beyond office hours. We also do not offer our programme online via ZOOM. Recovery852 offers in-person care and support. We put everything in writing so all parties are on the same page in terms of expectations and responsibility.

We offer a unique service to individuals suffering from alcohol, drug addiction and behavioural addictions.Recovery852also helps support significant others who often have nowhere else to turn. We are leaders when it comes to helping people get sober and stay sober from alcohol and drugs. We have the necessary first-hand experience when it comes to addiction recovery.Recovery852 is reasonably priced, and we are entirely committed to helping our clients. There is no need to look any further for help and assistance. Reach out now.

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