Acceptance and Settlement Process to Özgür Köy: How We Welcome Our Valued Guests?
As the Özgür Köy family, we warmly welcome anyone struggling with alcohol, substance, and gambling addiction and seeking treatment. Here's our acceptance and settlement process that we'd like to share with you:
• Initial Encounter: Upon your arrival at Özgür Köy, you will be greeted by security personnel at the entrance of our clinic. At this stage, our priority is to reassure you and provide support for your journey. Security checks are conducted on your person and belongings.
• Administrative Procedures: A caregiver will direct you to the administrative building. Here, we provide you with detailed information about the clinic. We complete registration procedures, fill out necessary forms, and prepare documents. This stage is crucial for initiating your treatment process.
• Treatment Agreement: Following your acceptance into Özgür Köy clinic, you sign a treatment agreement outlining your treatment process and the clinic's rules. This signifies your commitment to the treatment.
• Medical Evaluation: Our nurses conduct a medical assessment. This involves determining your health status and recording your medical history. This is necessary for our treatment team to provide you with the best possible service.
• Clinic Orientation: A peer patient or clinic staff member acquaints you with the physical layout of our clinic and gives you a tour of the surroundings. They also assist you in getting to know other patients. Our goal is to make our clinic feel like a home for you.
Completion of these stages enables you and other guests to easily embark on the treatment process. At Özgür Köy, our priority is to take care of you closely and support you throughout your treatment journey.
Post-Discharge Recommendations:
The end of the treatment process marks a new beginning in the fight against addiction. Here are some important recommendations to consider during this period:
• Continuation of Medication: If prescribed by your doctor, continuing medication regularly will support your recovery process.
• Continuation of Psychological Therapy: Continuing mental health support services such as therapy or counseling will help you maintain emotional well-being and resilience.
• Seeking Help in Difficult Times: During challenging times in maintaining a sober and drug-free life, you can seek assistance from our clinic team or support groups.
• Referral to Anonymous Alcoholics (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Groups: AA, NA, and similar support groups are places where you can share your experiences in battling addiction and draw inspiration from others' stories. Consider taking a step to join.
• Outpatient Follow-Up Visits: It is important to follow up on the continuation of your addiction treatment process. Continuing these visits at a frequency and manner suitable for you is crucial for maintaining your health.
By adhering to these recommendations, you can receive more support in maintaining a healthy and sober/clean lifestyle. We wish you continued success.
Important Information About Medication Use:
Purpose of Medications: Medications aim to make you comfortable and improve your health. They are used not just to alleviate symptoms but to provide real treatment.
Follow Your Doctor's Advice: Please use medications under the guidance of your doctor. Pay attention to dosage and timing recommendations.
Patience is Required: Medications do not work miracles instantly. Sometimes it may take some time for healing to occur. Be patient and refrain from rushing.
Different Uses: Sometimes your doctor may recommend the medication for different purposes. If in doubt, please consult with your doctor.
Consult Your Doctor: If you have any concerns about medications, talk to your doctor before stopping medication.
Side Effects: The side effects of medications may vary from person to person. They are generally mild and short-lived.
Alcohol and Medication: Do not use medications with alcohol and seek advice from your doctor on this matter.
Expert Consultation: Obtain information about your medications only from your doctor or specialists.
Dosage Adjustment: Please do not change the dosage prescribed by your doctor; follow your doctor's recommendations.
Purposeful Use: Use medications only for the designated purpose and do not recommend them to others.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor. Special monitoring is required during these periods.
Cautionary Situations: Medications may sometimes affect your sleep patterns or your ability to perform tasks that require attention. Please inform your doctor about this.
Effect of Medications: Medications may sometimes affect your dreams or sleep patterns.
Other Medications: Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking.
Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Monitoring: Some medications may affect your blood pressure and heart rate, so follow your doctor's check-ups.
