We take pride in being able to provide different avenues and resources for our patients to learn more about addiction. Addiction may take over someone’s life, but we believe that learning and exploring can get our patients back on their feet. One of the ways individuals rebuild productive lives while dealing with addiction is through the process of careful and mentored learning. Addiction support services such as learning sessions teach the fundamentals of good mental and physical health and strategies to defend against misuse of mood-altering substances.
Our Core Beliefs And Values
We believe that learning is one of the biggest factors in a successful recovery. Additionally, informed family support for someone entering recovery is a strong driver of success. It is also equally as important to make sure that you are well informed when looking into treatment centers and services. Having an understanding of how addiction works will put things into perspective and will also give you a greater level of knowledge on the severity of the addiction. In order to do research and learn more, there are various avenues that can provide assistance and more information about drug and alcohol addiction.
At Aquila, we take pride in being one of the top drug and alcohol treatment centers in Washington, DC. As an established and reputable treatment center, we have a longstanding partnership with other Washington, DC addiction and rehab resources and organizations. We take pride in these connections because we are committed to the continual improvement of addiction treatment methods for alcohol and other drugs.
Our Frequently Asked Questions page can provide insight on what our services offer and how you or a loved one can get started. If you still have additional questions or would like information about how to get started in community-wide organizations that can assist in your recovery, it’s important to recognize all the services that are available in your area.
Resources To Help You Overcome Addiction
Below we have listed some of our commonly asked for drug and alcohol addiction support services that can be advantageous to patients and their loved ones. Please contact them directly or contact us to get help yourself or a loved one.
Good Samaritan Law
Washington, DC has a “Good Samaritan” law that protects people from being charged or arrested for possession for small amounts of drugs and/or paraphernalia if they call 911 for help during an overdose. NOTE: This law does not protect those with large amounts of drugs or those with intent to traffic.
Naloxone Training Distribution
Naloxone is a drug that blocks the effects of opioids (such as heroin) and is used to prevent potentially fatal overdoses. Naloxone is widely available in Washington, DC to both medical and non-medical personnel. Learning how to properly administer Naloxone can save a life.
Contact Aquila Recovery
For more information about how Aquila Recovery Clinic or any of the resources mentioned above can aid you in your addiction recovery process, please do not hesitate to call us at 202-618-9125 or contact us online.