Perception Programs, Inc.

Perception House : Residential

Perception House is an intermediate length residential treatment facility for men and women living with substance abuse/ multiple disorders. Residents participate in structured treatment groups and individual therapy sessions as well as the development of their individualized treatment plan. Treatment plans address behavioral health issues which may include social, vocational, legal, educational, and spiritual components.

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 2006 Program Update

During fiscal year 2005-2006, Perception House served 87 clients and had a 96% occupancy rate. Due to assistance from DMHAS and the United Way , we have increased the number of clinical hours available to the residents. This was accomplished by increasing the amount of psychiatric consultation time and moving to three full-time clinicians. We continue to use the Recovery Model of treatment which has proven to be conducive to resident retention and progress towards goals. Better resident retention and engagement, as well as our dual-diagnosis capabilities, has resulted in an extensive wait list of individuals wanting to come to Perception House for treatment. The residents are very involved in the local recovery community, as well as the community at large through volunteer and work opportunities. They also enthusiastically maintain the resident designed garden areas of flowers and vegetables. Staff and residents alike were pleased that we were able to purchase new mental health curriculum and visual aids that have enhanced our groups and environment and new recreational equipment that allowed for softball games in the park.