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About Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC) Turning Point
Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC) in Santa Rosa provides medical detox and outpatient programs for alcohol, opioid, and co-occurring disorders. Since 1969, this CARF-accredited recovery center serves Sonoma County with comprehensive addiction treatment and specialized programs for pregnant and parenting women.
Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC) has anchored Sonoma County's recovery community since 1969, offering medical detox and outpatient treatment programs from their Santa Rosa facility. As part of the broader Center Point organization, DAAC provides licensed addiction treatment for individuals beginning or continuing their recovery journey across multiple levels of care.
The center's outpatient program serves as both primary treatment and aftercare support, addressing alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Medical detox services provide medically supervised withdrawal management, while the certified Narcotic Treatment Program specifically supports opioid recovery. Program length extends from 30 to 270 days for residential components, allowing for extended recovery support that builds lasting sobriety skills.
DAAC's treatment approach centers on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), individual counseling, group sessions, and family therapy. The clinical team includes Medical Director Dr. Ken Starr and Clinical Director Dr. Kristin Kolbinski, providing both medical and psychological expertise. Couples counseling adds another dimension to relationship repair during recovery, while bilingual services in English and Spanish expand community access.
The recovery center serves adults, adolescents, pregnant and parenting women, and justice-involved individuals throughout Sonoma County. Specialized features include childcare for the perinatal program, optional transportation, and free fentanyl test strips. CARF accreditation and multiple state certifications demonstrate quality standards, while Medi-Cal coverage and low private pay rates ensure treatment accessibility for the broader recovery community.
Medical Detox and Outpatient Programs
DAAC provides both medical detox and comprehensive outpatient programs for individuals at different stages of their recovery journey. The medical detox program offers supervised withdrawal management, while the certified outpatient treatment program serves as primary addiction treatment or ongoing aftercare support.
The center's licensed Narcotic Treatment Program specifically addresses opioid use disorder, complementing broader substance abuse treatment services. Outpatient programming allows participants to maintain work, family, and community connections while receiving intensive addiction treatment and building their recovery community network.
Specialized Recovery Programs
The perinatal program stands out among Santa Rosa addiction treatment options, providing pregnant and parenting women with childcare services and optional transportation. This specialized track addresses the unique challenges of maintaining recovery while managing family responsibilities.
Justice-involved adults receive targeted programming that addresses both addiction treatment needs and legal requirements. The center's experience with court-ordered clients ensures appropriate documentation and compliance support throughout the recovery process.
Treatment Approach and Clinical Team
DAAC's clinical approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with individual, group, and family counseling modalities. Medical Director Dr. Ken Starr oversees medical aspects of care, while Clinical Director Dr. Kristin Kolbinski guides psychological treatment planning and implementation.
Couples counseling addresses relationship dynamics that impact long-term recovery success. The treatment team provides services in both English and Spanish, ensuring language accessibility for Sonoma County's diverse recovery community.
Insurance and Payment Options
DAAC accepts Partnership Health Plan, Medi-Cal, Kaiser, and Medicare, with services provided at no cost for Medi-Cal members. Low private pay rates ensure addiction treatment accessibility regardless of insurance status.
The center's multiple state certifications and CARF accreditation demonstrate quality standards while supporting insurance authorization processes. Financial accessibility removes barriers to both initial treatment and ongoing aftercare participation.
Why Choose Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC) Turning Point
- Licensed Narcotic Treatment Program specifically for opioid use disorder recovery
- Specialized perinatal program with childcare and transportation for pregnant and parenting women
- CARF-accredited addiction treatment with 50+ years serving Sonoma County
- Bilingual services in English and Spanish with justice-involved population expertise
- Extended residential treatment options from 30 to 270 days based on individual recovery needs
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of addiction treatment does DAAC provide?
DAAC offers medical detox and outpatient programs for substance use disorders. The center provides both primary addiction treatment and aftercare programming, with residential components lasting 30 to 270 days based on individual recovery needs.
Does DAAC have specialized programs for opioid addiction?
Yes, DAAC operates a licensed Narcotic Treatment Program specifically designed for opioid use disorder treatment. This specialized programming complements the center's broader medical detox and outpatient addiction treatment services.
What makes DAAC's perinatal program unique?
The perinatal program provides pregnant and parenting women with childcare services and optional transportation, removing common barriers to addiction treatment. This specialized track addresses the unique recovery challenges faced by mothers in the recovery community.
Does DAAC accept insurance for addiction treatment?
DAAC accepts Partnership Health Plan, Medi-Cal, Kaiser, and Medicare. Services are provided at no cost for Medi-Cal members, and low private pay rates are available for those without insurance coverage.
What therapeutic approaches does DAAC use?
DAAC utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), individual counseling, group therapy, family counseling, and couples counseling. The clinical team provides comprehensive addiction treatment addressing both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Does DAAC provide services for justice-involved individuals?
Yes, DAAC serves court-ordered clients and justice-involved adults with specialized programming that meets both addiction treatment needs and legal compliance requirements. The center has extensive experience working with this population.
What accreditations does DAAC maintain?
DAAC holds CARF accreditation for its Redwood Empire Addiction Program and maintains California DHCS licensing as a recovery center. The facility also holds state certification as an outpatient treatment program and operates a licensed Narcotic Treatment Program.
Are services available in languages other than English?
DAAC provides addiction treatment services in both English and Spanish. This bilingual capacity ensures broader community access to medical detox, outpatient programs, and ongoing recovery support throughout Sonoma County.
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