Aftercare at The Recovery Village Palmer Lake

You’re not alone after completing our treatment program. Our aftercare resources and support are here to guide you, preventing relapse and reinforcing the life skills you’ve gained.

Before you leave our center, your clinical team makes sure you’re ready for a sober lifestyle back home. A personalized aftercare plan is key to getting your life back. You’re ready if:

  • You’ve completed the medical detox process

  • You’ve finished more intense levels of care, such as inpatient or PHP care

  • You’ve gained the skills needed to maintain sobriety outside of rehab

  • You’re committed to overcoming your addiction to drugs or alcohol

Am I ready for aftercare?
The Goals of Aftercare
  • Practicing their coping strategies in the face of real-world triggers

  • Keeping their therapy going with counselors, psychiatrists and sponsors

  • Reaching for professional and personal goals

  • Staying stable and accountable with their support system

  • Committing to healthy relationships and activities

What To Expect in Our Aftercare Program

When you start treatment, the groundwork for your aftercare plan is laid. Our facility team and your case manager work closely to craft a comprehensive aftercare strategy that suits you when it’s time to move forward.

After your discharge from the facility, you’ll continue your care at health providers close to home, ensuring your long-term treatment is continued by professionals who are well-informed on your needs.

  • Relapse prevention plan

  • Medical & therapeutic referrals

  • Local recovery resources

  • Sober living recommendations

Speak With Admissions

Speak with a Recovery Advocate who can answer your questions and get you started in inpatient care.

Speak With Admissions
Aaron Hockersmith
Aaron Hockersmith
19:13 17 Dec 24
Um I haven't started yet so really can't say
Don Muench
Don Muench
20:23 05 Dec 24
Still sober
Arthur Norel
Arthur Norel
14:40 21 Nov 24
I went to Recovery Village two & a half years ago & I'm still sober, it’s the longest that I’ve been sober in my life.
Amy
Amy
20:56 20 Nov 24
Best self-care decision I have made in my 53 years of life. 2.5 years and still alcohol free! It was made amazing by the incredible staff/counselors/medical team. Perfect setting and comfort options. I expected (1st/only inpatient rehab stint) to be walking into a scary lockdown type place and I could not have been more wrong. Their trauma program changed my life for the best. I recommend it to anyone struggling. I am indebted to this place for always. Should I ever find myself with substance abuse issues in the future I will be immediately head back to PLR.
Brianna Salazar
Brianna Salazar
23:21 12 Nov 24
Timothy Phares
Timothy Phares
22:56 21 Oct 24
Bryce Willson
Bryce Willson
19:34 18 Oct 24
Jeremy Gorst
Jeremy Gorst
14:41 17 Oct 24
Best Recovery Program ever. If you've had the appetizers at other facilities...get ready for the main course here.
Josie haggard
Josie haggard
04:54 15 Oct 24
Olivia is the best bht !!
A7 Cin
A7 Cin
19:08 10 Oct 24
It’s amazing.
Brian
Brian
03:24 06 Oct 24
Great experience. Jodi, Dr. G and Jamie were awesome (among many other staff) highly recommend. Very helpful with my plans for leaving and aftercare. Spend at least 30 days here (more if you can!)
Tony Vari
Tony Vari
21:13 24 Sep 24
Marissa is a godsend! She worked beyond hard to get me into this program, I was completely lost and she and the rest of the administration helped me tremendously and I am beyond grateful!
Zach Klabunde
Zach Klabunde
15:49 13 Sep 24
ELCO GARCIA
ELCO GARCIA
06:15 23 Aug 24
Amazing rehab facility!!! I learned so much from my time here that I will carry for life. My therapist Emily was wonderful, knowledgeable, understanding, and kept it 100!!! My psychiatrist Cece also did a great job listening to what my needs were. If I could live there I would. Such a lovely experience that I’m glad it was part of recovery journey!
Marty Clark
Marty Clark
22:18 24 Jul 24
Marsha Kauffman
Marsha Kauffman
12:54 16 Jul 24
The following was a post I made when leaving recovery village 2/2020. I have faced adversity, but remained sober and content even in sadness or moments of panic-moments pass. It has been four and a half years since I was in treatment and I still use the tools and support I learned to use at Recovery Village. You are not forced into AA/NA, but work to get to the root problem and how to manage successfully and consistently.The following was and still is true.I had a wonderful experience! My therapist, Robert, was wonderful and a perfect fit for me! He held me accountable, yet was kind. I also appreciate how he and Shane made my son feel welcome from the beginning of the process. My son LOVED family day with Cindy and even asked to come to another session with her. I always felt Stephen was approachable and all the staff was wonderful. Thank you to Ashley for helping me create a solid follow up plan even with the corona virus happening. I would recommend this program and have it listed in my 911 plan in case of any problem. Thank you to everyone!!!
Mariah Carroll
Mariah Carroll
14:59 15 Jul 24
This is not my first go ‘round at a recovery center so I absolutely mean this when I say: This is THE BEST place I have ever gone. So much so that I plan to work the ENTIRE program. Every single staff member from the directors, therapists, medical, BHT’s, chefs and janitorial workers is just astounding. I’ve never felt safer and truly heard. This program is incredibly informative and I’ve already learned so much. Thank you, PLR for being amazing!!
Eric Sayer
Eric Sayer
14:46 11 Jul 24
All the staff is phenomenal. No bad experiences with any of the staff, to include case management, therapists, BHTs, nurses and support staff. Highly recommend!
Kellie McConnell
Kellie McConnell
14:16 03 Jul 24
I can't say enough about PLR. From the first intake on the phone to my arrival, the care I received while there and the intense CBT classes changed my whole self. I went all in and I don't regret a single bit. I am now in the IOP program via Zoom and continue to receive the care I experienced during my stay.
7 Passengers
7 Passengers
06:37 29 Jun 24
One year ago, June 28th, 2023, I checked myself into The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake. I was broken, scared and didn’t have one answer - other than I needed help.I was beyond sick and tired of being sick and tired.After my 41 day stay, I walked out the door feeling alive again. I was happy again. Feeling again. The education I received still leaves me feeling so very grateful. You have to bust your tail in here - if you want it.The warmth. The understanding. The guidance. The pushes and nudges.I think about every person that helped me on my sobriety path in there.. they became “my people.”I couldn’t think of a better way to end this day….to recognize and pay my sincere gratitude and respects to the wonderful people who make Palmer Lake what it is. One year later… I AM STILL SOBER😊.Thank you🤍Katie Watters
Rebekah Cook Jarrell
Rebekah Cook Jarrell
03:32 25 Jun 24
Nestled in a valley, surrounded by picturesque mountains and bluffs, is a place that will save your life. The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake is unlike any other rehab facility. I’ve been to two others and PLR is far and away THE place to go for recovery. The entire program is vastly different than anything I’ve experienced. It’s a well thought out program which starts in detox, then residential inpatient, followed by partial hospitalization (PHP) and finally IOP, if you choose to stay. My personal involvement included a 6 week inpatient stay at PLR, which took me through PHP 3 and thus the end of the main programming. Lengths of stay vary depending on your progress, history and insurance.While PLR offers 12 step meetings and encourages that participation, their program doesn’t completely revolve around AA/NA. Rather, the focus is on the root cause of the addiction. With the concept being that our DOC (drug of choice) was our solution and not our problem. Therefore, the program is heavily based on discovering the deep rooted traumas, histories, hurts, etc that drove to one’s use of their DOC. PLR focuses on the brain’s development and the why behind how it works and how it keeps us stuck. They discuss communication styles, family dynamics, co-dependency, psychodrama (highly recommend this class with Arno in PHP3), neurological function, relapse prevention, trauma work as well as a multitude of other concepts. The focus is on this, so that the patient can better understand themselves, in a process of detangling each one from our substances.The trauma work at PLR is incredible! The facility offers EMDR (recommend Laura, EMDR therapist) for those who stay through weeks 1-3 of PHP. I had never experienced EMDR before and I’m comfortable to say, from my experience, that it works wonders! I was able to discharge from PLR with the capacity to close past traumas and the ability to be able to think through them, process them and no longer be panicked or reactive to them. In addition to EMDR, there are groups that also do vast trauma work.Each person at this facility will change your life on a soul level. I have never felt so loved, valued, comfortable or considered as I did during my time at PLR. The clinicians, behavioral health techs, medical staff and nurses work together to treat the entirety of the patient. There are so many truly special people on staff who only want the best for you! Particular shout outs include:- Clinicians: Cindy, Dr. G, David, Traeman, Janet, Julie (recommend parenting class), Aaron, Rob, Tammy, Sayeh- BHTs: Jamie, John, Nathan, Darrell, Hannah, Melissa, Anthony, Marcos- Activity Coordinator: Elizabeth- Medical: Psych NP Joanne- Dietary: Heather, Saoirse, Karen- Case Manager: Amanda- Executive Director: Chris- RN’s: Julie, Patty, Quinn, Erin, DON KristenAll of these people have significantly touched my life and I will never forget them! I’m so blessed and grateful to have known them.Lastly, some FYIs:- Smoking and vaping are allowed within the smoking area.- Dietary: food isn’t the greatest or most healthy but the staff will work diligently with you to accommodate special needs. They were amazing to me!- The facility has a walking trail, basketball, pickle ball, a gym, a pool, volleyball, equine therapy off site, as well as other rec activities. Be advised that while in detox they strongly encourage you to simply rest due to safety concerns. Also, the pool, equine therapy and offsite activities only occur during PHP.- Housekeeping: This is the only area that really needs some help. While there, housekeeping never came to clean, nor were cleaning materials provided so patients could clean themselves.All that said, this is THE place to go for recovery. Upon my departure, my soul, my mind and my heart were completely changed. I walked out crying because I didn’t want to leave. This entire experience has allowed me to become myself again and has me on a path of achieving all I’ve ever wanted. I am deeply grateful for my experience and I know you will be too!
Sarah Almeida
Sarah Almeida
15:55 25 May 24
Amazing rehab absolutely loved the program they have!!!
Richard Young
Richard Young
16:03 19 Apr 24
Can not say enough good things about this place. The staff really cares about every single patient! It shows in everything they do. Highly recommend this rehab center. Take that first step, pass through the doors into PLR!
Colin Caldwell
Colin Caldwell
10:18 16 Apr 24
This was a great experience. Most people leave reviews like this is some resort but it is a recovery center. This was my second time here and I have 158 days. Made lots of friends and built a good network in my sober community. Just remember that recovery is selfish, you have to want it, and that "ITS NOT AN OPTION" -Dr. GUpdate 01/15/2024 (347 days since my last drink)Update: 04/16/2024 I left PLR on 420 (438)
Justin Peterson
Justin Peterson
16:46 15 Mar 24
Joshua Johnson
Joshua Johnson
19:23 14 Mar 24
It was a really good place to figure out my life here
Rudy Ramirez
Rudy Ramirez
16:45 14 Mar 24
Wonder place with a super accommodating staff.I would recommend the Recovery Village to anyone searching help.Beautiful facility, food is amazing. Rooms are nice and clean. They make you feel safe and welcomed . Hands down this is the best recovery facility around .Surrounded by beautiful mountains walking trails, gym is nice with a heated pool .Fun activities to do with one another.Great classes and structure ,therapist on hand to ease your stay.I’d recommend to all my friends and family.
Kayla Lukach
Kayla Lukach
21:14 20 Feb 24
I loved Being here. The staff is really nice and caring. I love Elissa the therapist she is awesome. This place helped me stay happy and clean
User6578 0854
User6578 0854
23:50 14 Feb 24
This place is absolutely amazing! The staff truly cared, was so compassionate. They were on top of it. I can't say enough good things about this place. So organized, professional and they made me feel like part of a family. I highly recommend.
Nikolas Darrah
Nikolas Darrah
02:16 08 Feb 24
Abraham Teniza
Abraham Teniza
21:39 11 Jan 24
This is a great place to go I just got discharge on July 5 2023 I spent 38 days. The staff and therapist and counselor are amazing they helped me alot in my journey when , I first walk in I didn't know what to expect I was scared and nervous but afterward it helped me into my sobriety iam glad that I checked myself in Here it takes alot of courage to wiling to change not for loved ones but mainly yourself great place I really recommend it.
bret rausch
bret rausch
00:58 05 Jan 24
Great experience and interaction with staff at recovery village
Brittany Buhrman
Brittany Buhrman
21:38 29 Dec 23
I cannot even begin to express how much gratitude I have for all the staff, and the amazing peers that have gained beautiful relationships with! If you are truly ready to work on yourself, and be a person you can respect on recovery. This is the place, and I wanted to put myself here and I'm so proud of myself for doing so!
Dante Tripi
Dante Tripi
13:43 18 Dec 23
Saved my life
Cameron Cannon
Cameron Cannon
23:12 15 Dec 23
Don’t look anywhere else. Unbelievable staff, food, and people. Great program.
Into The Storm
Into The Storm
20:56 15 Dec 23
Amy Kassirer
Amy Kassirer
03:36 15 Dec 23
Shona Rhys
Shona Rhys
20:50 11 Dec 23
I can't begin to describe what an amazing experience I had here. This was my first rehab experience, and I must say, I think I got really lucky with where I landed.The Recover Village is just that- a village of therapists and behavioral staff that will help you heal and thrive on your journey of sobriety. I was really scared when I initially got there, not having had any experiences with rehab facilities in the past, but as I settled into the Residential and PHP classes, I began to make friends not only with the therapists/staff, but with my fellow peers as well.Although I hope I never have the need to go back, I know that I will always have this place as a safe and healing rehab to come to if I or any of my friends/family members ever need it. Thank you to everyone who made my journey to recovery so successful. Cannot recommend this place enough! I will miss this place.
Mary Elizabeth Butler
Mary Elizabeth Butler
13:35 03 Dec 23
Best investment I've made in ME!Personalized treatment, good food and staff that genuinely cares. The medical detox was closely monitored for safety and helped me feel completely secure. Doctors, nurses, and BHTs on site at all times. Not enough room for me to say/write all the great things about PLR!
murphy henson
murphy henson
19:28 26 Nov 23
Life changing!! The staff from top to bottom is amazing!!
Jay s
Jay s
20:45 16 Nov 23
I enjoyed each and every day l was there friendly staff and great food.
Benjamin Drake
Benjamin Drake
05:08 16 Nov 23
Sheila HILL
Sheila HILL
19:25 06 Nov 23
This place saved my life. I came here after being home from another facility 30 days and relapsing. I am leaving today after 80 something days and have never felt as equipped to face life and all the recovery obstacles I'll face.
Zachery Owens
Zachery Owens
00:24 02 Nov 23
Amazing facility. The staff really cares about each paitient. They have great knowledge and unique ways of providing recovery. The food is good and they allow a lot of freedom that others do not.
Heidi Fredere
Heidi Fredere
22:57 24 Oct 23
Palmer Lake and the Recovery Village team are wonderful. Their tools and clinical treatments provided to clients are robust and extensive.
alabama odom
alabama odom
20:04 16 Oct 23
i did 35 days it was great!
Chelsea Nilsen
Chelsea Nilsen
17:19 11 Oct 23
I really made some amazing connections with not only the people there but, the staff was amazing. The food was great and all the extra activities were so much fun for everyone to enjoy.
Richard Jaramillo
Richard Jaramillo
17:33 10 Oct 23
John Johnson
John Johnson
18:30 09 Oct 23
Matthew Ellis
Matthew Ellis
17:37 06 Oct 23
It was an amazing and eye opening experience, I would recommend to all who want to better themselves and get sober!
Tim Gota
Tim Gota
01:47 04 Oct 23
exceptional!!
John Kelley
John Kelley
19:15 03 Oct 23
I like the client focused care. The facility needs a little help but still 5 stars
CH
CH
22:45 27 Sep 23
Ramon Martinez
Ramon Martinez
19:51 27 Sep 23
Kevin Waugerman
Kevin Waugerman
19:11 27 Sep 23
Best staff and therapist
Stefanie Mackey
Stefanie Mackey
23:14 26 Sep 23
Kaleb Tucker
Kaleb Tucker
19:39 06 Sep 23
Nimish Sutaria
Nimish Sutaria
19:27 05 Sep 23
Texas Julie
Texas Julie
20:43 02 Sep 23
Was very impressed with the staff!The whole team, from my therapist to the nursing staff, the director and BHT's. They were very attentive, compassionate, empathetic, supportive and I would recommend anyone that needs treatment to make the phone call and get the help they need from the Recovery Village!
Zachary Lollar
Zachary Lollar
23:32 28 Aug 23
Tom Gibbs
Tom Gibbs
13:19 25 Aug 23
There was a time before going to Recovery Village at Palmer Lake in which I did not know why I drank alcohol. I knew I wanted to be done and so many parts of were done with alcohol. However, I kept drinking. I have been to literally thousands of hours searching for help professionally and on my own. My education and knowledge has grown immense, but I kept drinking. During and especially after my time at Recovery Village, I now know WHY! The question that baffled me for so long has presented itself with answers that are so valuable. I can confidently say I am done with alcohol and moving into a life that I have wanted for so long. Recovery Village has given me additional tools and skills that will help promote the healthy way of navigating my life. I knew I was done with alcohol from within and now I have the ability to live a life that compliments being done. What I once thought I needed are no longer an option. Thank you from the deepest parts of my heart!!
Scott Mayfield
Scott Mayfield
13:30 18 Aug 23
cheryle struble
cheryle struble
00:20 16 Aug 23
Eric Onley
Eric Onley
17:17 09 Aug 23
jarrettw1981
jarrettw1981
14:42 09 Aug 23
Dominic Zamora
Dominic Zamora
14:45 07 Aug 23
Eddie Olivas
Eddie Olivas
14:36 07 Aug 23
PLR is an Absolute awesome place! I gained so much knowledge there. Not only about my addiction but more of what was inside me, my mind that led me to my addiction. I highly recommend PLR!
Greg Boulet
Greg Boulet
14:27 07 Aug 23
I went to the Recovery Village on my own terms, and I can't say enough about the staff one on one care you receive and everything they teach you about your particular disease. I have been sober since October 7th, 2022, and my life is so much easier, organized and that alone will keep me on the straight and narrow path to freedom. Thanks Recovery Village!!!
Karen Olmstead
Karen Olmstead
18:17 21 Jul 23
The program was amazing. The counselors and therapists were compassionate and supportive. They walked me through each stage of the program and I left The Village with not only the tools that have helped me stay sober the last 8 months but also new coping skills and knowledge about myself that has changed my life and relationships with friends and family. I’m a new person and who I’ve always wanted to be. I have a long ways to go still but I finally feel like I can get there and I have hope for the future instead of despair. The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake changed my life.
Chase Dickinson
Chase Dickinson
16:46 18 Jul 23
The Recovery Village will always live in my heart Rent free for every reason, every person I have met in recovery both patient peer and teacher has been imbedded I’m my way of life and the pursuit of personal freedom that the village opened up for me. I have been wise and lost most my life and it took many trials but in the end I have come very far and yet only begun. This is the exciting part of my new life because I went from “how many days are there?!” To “I have so much time left to continue inventing myself and creating what I find meaningful in every moment” because I was taught to reach with my mind and use that as my greatest tool to experiencing my recovery in full and adapting my new thinking into every essence of who I am. Thank you Recovery Village for the lessons taught to me and for furthering my potential in waking up the genuine ambition within me.
Leo Devora
Leo Devora
20:24 12 Jul 23
Great staff and safe place. Highly recommend.
Destiny Garcia
Destiny Garcia
14:54 11 Jul 23
Was able to get my head cleared while in recovery, and decided to discharge myself and moved onto out patient. The staff and the people inside were amazing. I just felt the need to move on with my life and left that inpatient was a little too intense for me. But I would definitely recommend to anyone struggling with any substance abuse! They saved my life. Thank you!
DJ Ex
DJ Ex
01:49 05 Jul 23
Katie Knull
Katie Knull
15:44 12 Jun 23
I could go on forever about how much I love The Recovery Village. I have learned, grown, and changed so much in the past 35 days. Special shout outs to the clinical staff that challenged me and taught me so much with such passion: Cyndi, Arno, Rob, Tami, and Dr. G. The whole staff and my peers fostered an environment that was safe, sober, nurturing, and full of life. Sharing this unique experience with my cohort has created life-long bonds. This is just the beginning and I am forever grateful.Being clean and sober has nothing to do with giving something up. It's about taking everything back.-Katie Brennan
Brandon Howland
Brandon Howland
16:53 02 May 23
I would highly recommend The Recovery Village.
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