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Women's Programs

• Women's Community Residence (WCR)
• Women's Intensive Outpatient Program (WIOP)
• P.A.I.R.S.
• A Woman's Journey

Women's Community Residence (WCR)

LRADAC's Women's Community Residence is a theraputic residential program designed with a secure, nurturing environment to prepare women in recovery from chemical dependency for community living.

The residence is located on three beautifully wooded acres in an immaculately refurbished turn-of-the-century home in West Columbia. The wrap-around front porch and fireplaces were restored to create a "homey" atmosphere that compliments the surrounding neighborhood. Two additional dorm wings consisting of three bedrooms with separate baths and a laundry area house up to 24 women.

For more information about the Women's Community Residence, please contact (803) 733-1372.

Admissions

Upon referral, women are evaluated on an individual basis. Pregnant women are considered for priority admission. Criteria for admission includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Chemically clean and in no need of medical detoxification.
• Willing to make an admission of chemical dependency.
• Have an understanding and working knowledge of the addiction process, including the disease concept and the 12-Step Program of AA/NA.
• Assumes full financial responsibility for rent payments at a rate of $20 per day.
• Commits to minimum 90-day treatment plan.
• Agrees to comply with residency rules and regulations which include total abstinence from chemicals.
• Willing to obtain employment (or volunteer services if disabled).
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Services

We believe in quality care and treatment with dignity. LRADAC provides these on-site services:

• Individual treatment planning
• Vocational Rehabilitation assistance
• Life skills development
• Relapse prevention techniques
• Group/Individual therapy
• Daily transportation to off-site AA/NA meetings
• 24-hour supervision by trained staff

Women's Intensive Outpatient Program (WIOP)

To meet the need for gender-specific treatment, LRADAC offers a Women's Intensive Outpatient Program. These groups meet Monday through Thursday during the day and are offered at our Devine Street location. This location provides women with a place to attend groups safely while promoting activities that help women care for and feel good about themselves and others. The programs offer a research-based curriculum including daily Group Therapy, Trauma Curriculum, Stress Management, Health Education, Relapse Prevention, 12-Step Education, Medication Management, Family Education and Parenting Skills. Programs are provided by Certified Addictions Professionals. For more information, please call (803) 733-1366.

The Women's Intensive Outpatient Program is the same format as the Adult Intensive Outpatient Program, except that it is exclusively for women. Childcare services are provided. This program is offered for women and their families needing additional help in achieving recovery from addiction to alcohol and/or other drugs. This program allows a woman to live at home and continue with work or school while receiving treatment services similar to inpatient care. WIOP includes education/awareness, group counseling, life skills, and introduction to support groups. Morning and evening WIOP programs are offered in Richland and Lexington counties. See our Events page for the intensive outpatient group schedule. The basic curriculum of the Women's Intensive Outpatient Program includes:

• Disease concept of chemical dependency
• Dynamics of dysfunctional families
• Losses/consequences of alcohol and/or drug use
• Communication skills
• Defense mechanisms/honesty
• Assertive training in anger management
• Process of grief
• Rational emotive therapy
• Physiology of chemical dependency and recovery
• Boundaries and self-esteem
• Goals/problem solving
• Healthy vs. unhealthy relationships
• Community support groups/12-step
• Domestic abuse
• Feelings/anger/anger management
• Spirituality
• Parenting skills/child development/effective discipline
• Shame vs. guilt
• Stress management/self-soothing techniques
• Relapse prevention
• Process of forgiveness
• HIV/AIDS/STDs and safe sex
• Trauma recovery and empowerment

In Richland County, call (803) 256-3100
In Lexington County, call (803) 733-1376

P.A.I.R.S.
(Partners Achieving Independence through Recovery and Self-Sufficiency Strategies)

A joint effort through the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) and the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS), this program works with custodial parents to reduce dependency on government assistance by teaching job preparation, reducing out-of-wedlock pregnancies and providing assistance with children so they can be cared for in their own homes. Other transitional services include transportation and temporary housing assistance, child-focused services, job preparation and job readiness training services. For more information, call (803) 256-3100 ext. 401. For referrals, please call (803) 733-1365 ext. 10.

A Woman's Journey

This program is for college women who are eager to learn more about themselves and the issues they may face during college and in the workforce. The information the participants will receive from guest presenters and knowledge they will obtain from interactive discussions will enhance their growth academically, personally and professionally. In addition, they will gain support from peer group members and develop skills needed to face life's challenges with confidence.

A Woman's Journey is typically offered in early Spring, with the program coordinator and college officials determining the frequency of the sessions (typically no more than six sessions per semester).

Program topics include:

• Separation issues (leaving home, family and friends; detaching with love)
• Relationships (friendships, dating, healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, negotiating sex)
• Self Awareness (self assessment, self esteem, spirituality)
• Health (diet, eating disorders, exercise, depression, media's perception of beauty)
• High Risk Behaviors (use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; risky sexual behavior)
• Financial Management (understanding credit, debt management)
• Stress Relief (relaxation techniques, exercises)
• Conflict Resolution (anger management)
• Personal Safety
• Career exploration and choices

Program benefits include:

• Empowering women to make smart decisions about their health and lifestyle choices
• Providing a meaningful forum for women to discuss and share experiences
• Serving as a vehicle for students to meet professionals and explore career opportunities
• Receiving incentives for program attendance
• Building a network of new friends and meeting other women with similar interests
• All information and discussions are strictly confidential.

In Spring 2007, LRADAC developed a three-part series for A Woman's Journey examining the role of women in the media, as it relates to body image, health, safety, finances and relationships. "Overexposed: Women in the Media," focused on the media's depiction of how women should look and behave, and advertisers' roles in marketing alcohol, tobacco, exercise equipment and nutritional supplements to match this portrayal. The program also examined the role of women in various relationships. Positive images of women in the media were highlighted and participants discussed strategies for shaping the future of women in television, on the radio, in print and in movies.  Over 60 students at Columbia College participated in this program.

 

For more information contact, call (803) 733-1390 ext. 140.