Transitioning out of treatment and into the “real world”

Benchmark Transitions Independent Living Services

Benchmark’s Independent Living Services (ILS) program provides an individualized option for the on-going aftercare needs of young adults, 18-28 years of age. ILS is specifically designed to support our clients as they transition out of treatment at Benchmark Transitions and into the “real world.” Studies show that the longer a young adult remains in an encouraging treatment environment, the better their chances are in attaining the skills necessary to maintain their sobriety, manage their behaviors, focus on education and career development and live independently.

ILS Clients must have demonstrated at least 90 days sober with no relapse, must have obtained a part time job and/or be working and volunteering at least part time. They must have completed at least 90 – 120 days of a structured therapeutic treatment program, either via Benchmark Transitions Primary Residential Program and Extended Care Program, or another similar level of care program. ILS is not a typical starting point for new clients and must be approved by clinical treatment team and admissions.

The Independent Living Services program offers more than a traditional stand-alone aftercare or Sober Living. ILS can be designed to meet each young adult’s individual needs. We offer both on property and off-property options.

On-Property Independent Living

ILS clients reside at Benchmark’s townhouse, similar to real-world collegiate living. Features include swimming pool and parking, as well as dedicated laundry. Located near bus lines and shopping, the townhome provide easy access to Benchmark’s Transitional LIving Center, as well as to local shopping, businesses, colleges and community services.

On-Property Support

Staff support & monitoring of housing
Sober Life Coaching & mentoring
Access to outpatient services
• 1 individual therapy session/case management per week
• 1 group session per week
• 1-2 tutoring sessions per week
• 1-2 job coaching sessions per week

Off-Property Independent Living

ILS clients who elect to live off-property, will obtain their own housing in the local community of Redlands. This is typically the option families and clients will elect after the completion of all of our other programs, and is not designed to be a stand-alone option. Most of the time, these clients will have a peer group already developed, have an ongoing therapeutic relationships with our providers and will be moving out of our properties, but opting to continue with our ongoing support services.

Off-Property Support

Sober Life Coaching & mentoring
Access to outpatient services
• 1 individual therapy session/case management per week
• 1 group session per week
• 1-2 tutoring sessions per week
• 1-2 job coaching sessions per week

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