Perception Programs, Inc.

Perception House : Residential

Perception House is an intermediate length residential treatment facility for men and women living with co-occurring substance abuse/mental health disorders. Residents participate in structured treatment groups and individual therapy sessions as well as the development of their individualized recovery plan. Recovery plans address behavioral health issues which may include social, vocational, legal, educational, and spiritual components. Residents work with a clinical team comprised of highly skilled clinicians, and a psychiatrist.

Perception House does not discriminate or permit discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, sexual preference, psychiatric disability or developmental disability.

Perception House 2009 Program Update

During fiscal year 2008-2009, Perception House served 85 clients and had a 93% occupancy rate.  Due to assistance from DMHAS, the United Way, and Natchaug Hospital, we have been able to continue to provide the clinical hours needed to meet our residents’ needs for psychiatric med-management and consultation, individual treatment sessions, and group treatment.  With advanced training and participation in the DMHAS Co-occurring Initiative, we have been assessed as an Enhanced Co-occurring Treatment Provider.  Our primary treatment strategies include utilizing the Recovery Model of Treatment, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Twelve-Step Facilitation Therapy.  These treatment strategies, along with techniques that best fit our residents’ individual issues have proven to be conducive to progress towards recovery goals. 

During this year we welcomed two new clinicians and obtained a new roof on the Carriage House.  Our residents continue to be very involved in the local recovery meetings, CCAR and the Windham community at large.  Many work on obtaining a GED or take a course at QVCC, some speak at local schools and colleges, some obtain part-time jobs as they transition to independent living, and others work on engaging in clean and sober, pro-social activities.