Questions About a Typical Treatment Day
Ask the program you are considering to walk you through an actual day. A list of activities is only useful if you understand who provides them, how often they happen and what changes for your needs.
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NIAAA’s program questions distinguish the intensity, structure and content of care, including individual and group sessions. They also ask how assessment shapes an individual plan. A sample schedule is information to discuss, not a prescription for your own care.
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Turn a broad answer into a useful follow-up
| If you hear… | You could ask… |
|---|---|
| We have groups every day. | Who leads them, what are they for, and how long do they last? |
| You will have individual care. | Who would I meet, how often, and how is that arranged? |
| Medical help is available. | Who provides it, when are they available, and how do I request help? |
| Everyone follows the schedule. | How do you adapt it for health, communication or accessibility needs? |
| There is free time. | When, and what are the rules for rest, communication or visitors? |
Record the program’s example
- Program, person and date
- Where can I get a written schedule, and when was it updated?
- Morning, afternoon and evening
- Activities/times, who provides them, and what remains unclear. Use another copy if needed.
- My needs to discuss before deciding
- A question about health, accessibility, privacy, communication or practical fit; person who will answer.