SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTREArticles SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTRE P.O. Box 1418, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K2 Phone (403) 329-6603 Fax (403) 328-5756 www.southcountrytreatment.com ADMISSION FORM Any information not disclosed could result in your discharge from South Country Treatment Centre. All appointments must be taken care of before you can be given an admission date, and no appointments will be allowed while in treatment. We are a non-medical facility, therefore any client presenting with a serious illness will not be able to attend treatment until all medical issues are resolved. If you have any pending court dates we cannot give you an admission date until these legal issues have been resolved. If you are on probation or have any legal paperwork, we need a copy of these faxed to us prior to giving you an admission date. South Country Treatment Centre reserves the right to refuse admission to clients it deems inappropriate for its programs. PART I IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION First Name: Middle Name: Last Name: Address: City/Town: Province: Postal Code: E-Mail Address: Residence Telephone: Alternate Telephone: Date of Birth (MM/DD/YY): Age: Sex: Male Female Transgender Marital Status: Single Married Divorced Separated Widowed Common-Law Health Care #: Emergency Contact Relationship & Phone #: How did you hear about our services? Website Yellow Pages Friends/Family Referral Agency Former Client Other If other please indicate below (i.e. Alberta Works/Income Support, Physician/Psychiatrist/Psychologist/Mental Health Worker, Employer, Legal) PART II REFERRAL INFORMATION Name of Referral (if any): Agency Telephone: Agency Fax: Address: Details of any previous treatment for addictions: Approximate Date Where (Institution/Agency) Reason for treatment PART III HEALTH, MEDICAL AND LEGAL INFORMATION Are you on any medication(s)? Yes No If you are on medication please indicate below: (include herbal remedies, over the counter meds, laxatives, diet aids and vitamins) Medication Dosage Frequency Reason given Start date Have you experienced or been diagnosed with any of the following? (please check those that apply) Depression Auditory or visual hallucinations Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Anxiety/Panic attacks Suicide attempts/ideation Bipolar Borderline Personality Self Harm (cutting/burning) Psychosis ADD and/or ADHD Learning disabilities Schizophrenia Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ** NOTE: CLIENT MUST BE ABLE TO READ, WRITE AND COMPREHEND ENGLISH IN ORDER TO ACCESS TREATMENT AT SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTRE. Are you currently seeing a mental health therapist, psychiatrist or physician or have you seen one in the past? If so, please explain: Do you have any current health concerns such as listed below? (please check those that apply) Arthritis/Pain problems Hepatitis/Liver Disease Staph infections Asthma/Breathing problems HIV or AIDS Tuberculosis Diabetes Hypertension/High cholesterol Sleeping issues/Snoring Epilepsy/Seizures Influenza, cold etc Trouble walking/Climbing stairs Heart problems Scabies/Mites/Lice OTHER Hearing/Sight problems Sexually transmitted infection If you have checked any of the above please explain: Dietary/Allergy Issues: South Country Treatment Centre does not cater to special dietary needs. Do you have any allergies to foods or medications? Yes No If so, Please List: Legal Issues: Please note that we do not accept clients on statutory release, temporary absence (TA), or with any curfews or house arrests. Are you coming in for treatment under any of the following conditions? Out on bail On Parole Temporary Absence Conditional Sentence Order Recognizance Statutory Release Probation Outstanding Warrants Pending Court Dates Child Welfare Please indicate the nature of the charges being dealt with? PART IV ALCOHOL/DRUG AND GAMBLING HISTORY LIST THE DRUG OF CONCERN (i.e. Alcohol, marijuana, cocaine etc.) Date of last use – M/D/Y TYPE OF GAMBLING (i.e. VLT’s, slots, internet, lotteries, gaming, betting on races, etc.) DATE LAST GAMBLED M/D/Y PART VI TOBACCO (PRE-ASSESSMENT) 1) Please be advised South Country Treatment Centre at this time is not-tobacco free. 2) A designated area outside of the building is created for those clients who smoke. Visitors and employees are restricted from tobacco use while on Centre property. 3) E-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products are prohibited. 4) If you have concerns related to this type of environment and feel at risk, we will provide direction and/or contact information on where to find a tobacco-free treatment program(s) which are suited towards accommodating your needs. Do you currently use tobacco products? Yes No If no, you can proceed to the next section (Part VI) of this admission form. If yes, complete the questions below. It is important to know that eliminating tobacco products along with substance abuse and problem gambling, produces better results concerning a healthy recovery from addiction. 1) How often do you consume tobacco products? Daily Weekly Varies 2) Are you contemplating stopping use at this time? * Yes No 3) Would you like to receive assistance concerning stopping? Yes No 4) If nicotine replacement therapies (i.e. patches, gum) where made available to you while in treatment, would this influence your decision to stop? ** Yes No 5) If you are not planning to quit smoking while in treatment, Would you like to have your counselor facilitate a referral for you to access counseling support beyond treatment? Yes No Note: The Centre provides education, counseling, and supportive materials related to tobacco and tobacco reduction. Should at any time during the course of your treatment your motivations change, simply address this with your counselor who will assist you. * All clients attending the program (regardless of their motivation to not stop smoking),are still required to attend a one-hour “Smoking Cessation Program” during the course of their treatment. ** If nicotine replacement therapies are accessed by you, we recommend you consult with a physician first prior to using these products. Secondly, if you do decide to use these products and later resume your tobacco use while in treatment, we will discontinue providing these products. PART VI FINANCIAL INFORMATION How will you be paying for your treatment? (please check the one that applies) Certified cheques Money Order Bank Draft (all made out to South Country Treatment Centre) 3rd Party Payment Information: Social Services (worker’s name & phone #) AISH (worker’s name and phone #) Employer: Other Party Payment (party’s name & phone #) Authorized by: Phone Number: Fax Number: Our Program Fees are 28 days @ $40/day which is $1120.00 (residents of Alberta); 28 days @$80/day which is $2240.00 (out-of-province residents). NOTE: In the case of 3rd party payment for my treatment, I hereby authorize South Country Treatment Centre to release/obtain pertinent information related to my treatment to the above designated 3rd party. NOTE: Financial arrangements to pay for program must be in place PRIOR to the client coming in. By submitting this admission form, I acknowledge that all information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. Failure to disclose complete and accurate information may result in the refusal of my application, or the termination of my involvement in programming at South Country Treatment Centre. NOTE: I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT I NEED TO CONFIRM MY BED 10 DAYS PRIOR TO MY ADMISSION DATE. IF I FAIL TO CONFIRM MY BED IT WILL BE CANCELLED. ** NOTE: ADMISSION CRITERIA – CLIENT MUST HAVE 5 FULL DAYS ABSTINENCE FROM ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND GAMBLING PRIOR TO ADMISSION. NO EXCEPTIONS. Client Consent To Treatment Welcome to South Country Treatment Centre! We hope your stay with us over these next four weeks is informative and helpful, and provides you with the necessary “tools” for your recovery. The “Consent To Treatment” form is an agreement which allows us to provide you with a treatment service, and for you to understand those key elements of this service. I, do hereby voluntarily consent to participate in the treatment program at South Country Treatment Centre. I understand this treatment program encompasses the following areas: a) Group therapy sessions,b)Psycho-social educational presentationsc)Written assignmentsd)Attending outside 12 Step Meetingse)Recreational activities (including morning walks)f)One-to-one counseling sessions I understand South Country Treatment Centre is not a medical facility. Health and medical concerns and/or assessments are referred to outside programs and services. (i.e. hospitals, walk-in clinics). I understand disclosures and observations made during the course of my treatment may be recorded and I will have a confidential record/file maintained by South Country Treatment Centre. I understand the use of audio/visual aides may occur during my treatment. I am aware this information, including other materials regarding my treatment, may be disclosed by my counselor to a Clinical Supervisor. I understand statistical information involving name, gender, date of birth, and AHC Number may be disclosed to Alberta Health Services. I have carefully read and understood all of the above information, I am fully aware of what I am signing and this information has been explained to me. CLIENT CHECKLIST FOR SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTRE (TO BE READ AND SIGNED BY APPLICANT) FAX THE SIGNED CHECKLIST BACK TO SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTRE AND PROVIDE THE CLIENT WITH A COPY APPOINTMENTS/MEDICATIONS/PERSONAL ITEMS: 5 days prior to admission I will not take any of the following: over the counter medications (i.e. Gravol, Robaxisal, Robaxicet, Tylenol muscle & body), disallowed prescription medications (i.e. Librium, Valium, Ativan, Lunesta, Ambien, Restoril, Imovane, Tylenol #3, Flexeril), power or herbal drinks, vitamins, diet supplements or flavoured coffee creamers. I will also not bring any of the above mentioned items on my admission day. I am aware that there is a 5 day minimum of sober/clean/gambling free time expected prior to admission I will confirm my bed 10 days before my admission date. I have completed the Admission Form. I will call the Admissions Secretary every week to check in. I am aware that failure to do so will result in my treatment date being bumped or taken off the list completely. I have made arrangements for funding for my treatment. I am aware that there is a 5 day minimum of sober/clean/gambling free time expected prior to admission. I have provided all legal paperwork that is required. I am aware I will not be allowed to attend medical appointments or court dates, while I am in the 28 day program. I have rescheduled all medical and legal appointments until after I have completed the 28 day program. I have enough medication (must be blister packed at the pharmacy) to last while I am in the 28 day program. I will bring my own unscented and alcohol free personal toiletries. I have clean, appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather, running shoes, some type of sleep wear, underwear and socks. I have enough cigarettes to last until the Monday evening after my admission. I will bring towels/face cloths, liquid soap for laundry, fabric sheet softeners, 3 inch 3 ring binder and a calling card for the Telus payphones. I have made arrangements for any personal monies I may need during treatment (I will be responsible for my money which can be locked in my locker – SCTC will provide the lock). I will not bring in any electronics (i.e. televisions, cameras, computers, pagers, clocks, radios, DVD players, CD players, iPods, MP3 players, musical instruments, video games, DVD’s, CD’s, etc.). NOTE cell phones will be locked up upon admission I will not bring in any offensive or pornographic magazines, perfumes or body sprays, weapons (i.e. pocketknives, blades etc.), clothing promoting any type of alcohol, drug or gambling, reports, projects or papers related to my work or profession. OUT OF TOWN CLIENTS: I am aware I am responsible for my return transportation on my discharge date. I, , understand and will abide by the above Checklist for South Country Treatment Centre. I understand that providing incomplete and/or inaccurate information may be cause for refusal of admission or if already in South Country Treatment Centre – termination from South Country Treatment Centre. By pressing the “submit” button, I agree that I’ve read and understood the statements above. I agree to the above (Applicant Signature required) (Date) SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTRE Admission Form (Revised March 2021) SOUTH COUNTRY TREATMENT CENTREbr> Admission Form (Revised November 8, 2013)
