Levels of Care

Levels of Care

At WhiteSands Treatment Fort Myers, we offer Medically Assisted Detox, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP) levels of care. Patients will reside at our 10-acre campus-style facility which features 72 beds within 9 custom-built homes, along with...
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09/13 2019
Underlying Mental Health Disorders

Underlying Mental Health Disorders

Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of Co-Occurring Disorders When it comes to locating the foundation of an individual’s addiction, it can often be difficult to pinpoint. The reality is that close to half of those who struggle with drug or alcohol addiction...
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08/08 2019
How to Prevent Drug Relapse

How to Prevent Drug Relapse

Relapsing on Substance of Abuse is Preventable With the Right Support When you are a recovering addict, one of the most common fears is relapsing. After such hard work to obtain sustained sobriety, relapse would put you right back at ground zero....
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07/23 2019
What Does Medical Detox Involve?

What Does Medical Detox Involve?

The Process of Medically Assisted Detoxification When an individual is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol, they will require a period of medically assisted detox in order to safely and effectively manage their withdrawal symptoms. This is the first step in the...
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07/09 2019
Preparing for Change

Preparing for Change

Getting Ready for the Road Ahead When an individual has made the decision to seek treatment for their drug or alcohol addiction, they need to be prepared for the challenges ahead. Recovering from addiction is not easy and it will take a...
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06/06 2019