Substance Abuse Program

Planting the Seed

We realize teens today are facing enormous challenges. It seems as though there’s never been a more difficult time to grow up. So many teens are dealing with issues relating to substance use/abuse. Many have begun to “experiment,” others already have serious addiction problems.

Operation SafeHouse’s Substance Abuse Program helps teens address these issues in a safe and secure environment. It’s tailored specifically to the issues that are experienced as a result of drug and alcohol use/abuse. Teens are admitted to our Emergency Shelter Program in Thousand Palms and participate in the program just like every other client—but they get something extra. They get special attention to help them work through their substance abuse issues.

Some of the additional services teens in our Substance Abuse Program receive are:

• Individualized assessment, case planning and counseling designed to address substance abuse issues.
• Weekly AA/NA Meetings.
• Group therapy sessions where they get a chance to discuss their struggles with their peers.
• Family counseling that helps their family learn to support their efforts toward recovery.
• Anger Management/Coping Skills groups.
• Recreation/Yoga/Relaxation
• Relapse prevention.
• Follow-Up/Aftercare/Referrals

For more information about our Substance Abuse Program, please call This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at (760) 343-3211.