Treatment at Alina Lodge is based on the concept that addiction is a chronic, progressive, and potentially fatal illness that is also highly treatable. Effective recovery involves the transformation of attitudes, values, emotions, and family roles, and Alina is dedicated to providing individuals with the therapeutic tools to initiate this process. The goal is for clients to leave the rehabilitation center with a renewed sense of hope, as well as the skills to maintain a fulfilling and sober life.
ABOUT ALINA LODGE IN HARDWICK, NJ
Alina Lodge, located in Hardwick, N.J., offers detoxification and residential treatment to adults struggling with alcohol and substance abuse. The facility was established in 1957 and specializes in treating adults who have a history of chronic relapse. Alina Lodge offers dual diagnosis treatment and also operates a transitional living facility for women called Haley House.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Treatment is tailored to each client. To be admitted, clients must initiate contact with Alina Lodge for a confidential pre-admission assessment. Clients seeking admission must also complete a medical examination before entering the facility and must have already undergone detoxification if necessary. If needed, detoxification can be completed at Alina Lodge prior to beginning residential treatment. On average, residential treatment lasts between six and nine months.
The facility’s treatment program is highly structured and adheres to the 12-Step method. Throughout treatment, clients receive individual, group, and family therapy, as well as psychological evaluations, relapse prevention, a balanced diet, vitamin supplements, lectures, films, regular 12-step meetings, and opportunities for exercise. Specialty therapy is available for individuals dealing with anger, eating disorders, grief, gambling, smoking, sexual compulsivity, trauma, relationship dependency, and spirituality/personality disorders. Alina Lodge also offers yoga, meditation, religious services of various denominations, and access to a certified nutritionist.
Family members over the age of thirteen can participate in Alina Lodge’s family program. The family program educates family members about the disease of addiction and how to support their loved one, helps them begin their own recovery, facilitates conversations with the client about the impact of addiction on the family unit, and encourages families to attend 12-step meetings such as Families Anonymous. Alina Lodge also provides an aftercare program for clients who complete treatment. Alumni Services at Alina Lodge assists clients by providing appropriate referrals, making discharge recommendations, and offering lifelong support.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
The treatment team at Alina Lodge consists of licensed addiction counselors, medical personnel certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine, registered nurses, a psychologist, an addiction psychiatrist, a family therapist, trauma specialists, an eating disorder counselor, and a certified nutritionist.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Photos of Alina Lodge depict shared bedrooms, separate men’s and women’s residences, and an updated campus in a peaceful, rural setting. The facilities include an exercise room, chapel, garden, yoga room, a pond, and areas for meditation. Smoking is not permitted on the premises, but smoking cessation assistance, including nicotine patches if necessary, is provided.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
At the time of writing, the nine alumni surveyed by Best-rehabs.com provided mixed reviews regarding Alina Lodge. When asked about the strengths of the facility, reviewers mentioned that the structured and strictly adhered to program helped guide them towards recovery. One anonymous alum stated, “Alina Lodge is the only place that worked for me and countless others who are reluctant to recover.”
When asked about the weaknesses of Alina Lodge, one reviewer mentioned that clients are not informed about their discharge dates. Another alum stated that “all the good counselors left,” and a third alum mentioned that it was expensive.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
At the time of writing, the one loved one surveyed by Best-rehabs.com expressed positive views about Alina Lodge and rated the facility three out of five stars for overall treatment effectiveness. They added the following comment: “She is still at the facility but from what I understand, it is helping her and is more ‘strict’ with her than other treatment centers have been (which is a good thing).”
FINANCING
The cost of rehabilitation therapy at Alina Lodge is $420 per day. The cost of the family program at Alina Lodge is $420 per day or $630 per couple. The facility requires a non-refundable deposit of $12,600 at the time of admission, which covers 30 days of treatment. Alina Lodge accepts insurance, but notes that most policies do not cover long-term treatment.