At CADAS, we are committed to providing the highest quality treatment, prevention, and education services to individuals struggling with chemical dependency and their families, as well as the surrounding communities. Our services are delivered in accordance with established clinical practices to ensure excellence and effectiveness. CADAS stands out among alcohol and drug treatment facilities as a nonprofit organization that offers a comprehensive continuum of care. We have separate programs for adults and adolescents, and we provide services at every stage of the recovery process, both on an outpatient and residential basis.
ABOUT CADAS
CADAS, located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is the Council for Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services. We offer on-site medical detoxification, a 28-day residential treatment program for adults, a 45-day residential program for adolescents, and a long-term residential program for pregnant women and mothers with young children. Additionally, CADAS provides an intensive outpatient program (IOP), a partial hospitalization program (PHP), and transitional living facilities for program alumni.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Upon admission, clients undergo an initial assessment to determine their specific chemical dependency and mental health needs, which guides the development of an individualized treatment program. If necessary, clients requiring detoxification, which may last up to ten days, are referred to residential care. Our residential programs use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) approaches. These programs include individual, group, and family therapy to identify the connections between irrational thinking and addictive behavior. Medication management is available for clients with co-occurring disorders.
Clients also participate in addiction education classes, relapse prevention workshops, and therapeutic recreation activities such as nature walks and exercise opportunities. Meditation and relaxation classes are also provided. While 12-Step integration is strongly encouraged for residential clients, attendance at 12-step meetings is not mandatory.
The adolescent residential program, housed in a separate building called the Scholze Center, follows a similar curriculum to the adult programs. However, it incorporates academic schoolwork into treatment and emphasizes family involvement. The Family Way program, designed for pregnant women and mothers with young children up to age 11, typically lasts two years. It focuses on life skills training, individual therapy, group counseling, and early childhood development assistance.
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) require clients to attend three sessions per week. These programs include individual and group therapy, educational classes, family programs, 12-step meetings, relapse prevention planning, clinical case management, and drug screenings. Aftercare services, including weekly support meetings, are available to all program alumni for up to one year.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
CADAS boasts a multidisciplinary staff that includes psychiatrists, licensed professional substance abuse and mental health counselors, registered nurses, case managers, behavioral health technicians, and support staff. According to nine individuals surveyed, the treatment staff at CADAS received an average rating of 3.56 out of five stars for their level of training and experience.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
The adult facility at CADAS has 56 beds and offers dormitory-style rooms with private baths, accommodating up to four residents at a time. The adolescent facility can accommodate up to 40 clients and features a gym, indoor rock climbing wall, and ropes course. There are gender-specific living quarters for all residents. The Family Way facilities consist of 12 duplexes with separate living spaces for mothers and children. The sober living facility, Oasis, provides dorm-style accommodations with 38 beds, including 13 for women and 25 for men.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Most of the 11 alumni surveyed generally approved of CADAS. The five alumni who rated specific aspects of the treatment gave an average of 3.8 stars for facility cleanliness and upkeep, four stars for the treatment staff’s level of experience and training, and 3.5 stars for counseling options. One alum described it as “Excellent. As comfortable as could be expected.” Another mentioned the “awesome programming and support.” However, some alumni pointed out weaknesses such as understaffing, discharge planning issues, and a lack of holistic approaches.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Among the four loved ones surveyed, there was more critical feedback. They gave average ratings of three stars for counseling options and the level of family participation. One loved one mentioned a new doctor wasting their time and the rehab’s. One friend described a physician as “rude and snippy” but also acknowledged that CADAS had been helpful. One anonymous loved one suggested improvement in family participation and cleanliness.
FINANCING
CADAS is a nonprofit organization funded in part by United Way and The Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services. The facility’s website does not provide specific information about costs, but sliding scale fees and payment assistance may be available to qualifying clients.