California Human Development (Chd) Admin

ABOUT CALIFORNIA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT — STONEHOUSE

Set in the scenic hills of Sonoma County in a quaint former inn, Stonehouse offers residential treatment for adult women and mothers seeking treatment for chemical dependency. Within the state, 54.5 percent of California facilities offer treatment programs just for women. The facility is part of California Human Development (CHD), a nonprofit organization that provides several services to the community of Santa Rosa, Calif., including transitional housing and outpatient-based programs. Detox is not available.

TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT

Treatment at Stonehouse utilizes evidence-based treatments and a holistic approach that focuses on treating the client's mind, body, and spirit. The residential program offers treatment plans from 30 days to 12 months, making it one of 440 (33.6 percent) long-term California treatment programs. In addition, 26 weeks of free aftercare services is available for residential program alumni. The facility recommends a minimum stay of 90 days for the best chance of success.

Programming includes individual counseling, group therapy, and extensive 12-step involvement, along with exercise, nutrition, and life skills workshops. Family reunification services and parenting education are also offered, as well as relapse prevention, anger management, and self-esteem training classes.

To help clients transition back into the community, the facility also offers job readiness preparation, as well as housing and employment assistance, before the client is discharged. Within the state, 46.1 percent of California facilities offer job training or assistance.

STAFF CREDENTIALS

The treatment team consists of certified addiction specialists.

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

Built in 1909, the 40-bed facility has a storied history. According to a reputable source), the facility has served as a private home, a tavern and restaurant, and an upscale B&B. Childcare may be available to mothers during treatment hours.

WHAT ALUMNI SAY

The sole alum polled by Rehabs.com at the time of this writing, Mellisa, gave Stonehouse mixed reviews. Although giving five out of five-star ratings for its accommodations and its cleanliness, she offered only a two-star rating for extracurricular activities and the effectiveness of group counseling, as well as a one-star rating for the staff's level of experience and training.

Although Melissa stayed at the facility longer than 90 days, she noted that the program failed to prepare her for the transition back to her life. "Didnt get a transitional plan," she wrote. She also indicated that she relapsed seven months after completing the program.

Secondary sources revealed generally positive reviews of CHD, as a whole. On Google, 17 individuals gave the organization an average rating of 4.3 out of five stars.^[1] Reviewers tended to provide positive feedback about the organization's staff. "They really seem to care about your wellbeing," one representative reviewer wrote. Additionally, on Facebook, which the organization can manage, 27 individuals gave CHD an average rating of 4.3 out of five stars.^[2]

WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY

The one anonymous loved one polled by Rehabs.com to date reported that Stonehouse’s program was not effective for their friend, but they would still consider recommending it to others seeking treatment. "I think all programs can be beneficial if the person seeking treatment is ready and willing to change," the loved one wrote.

FINANCING

CHD is funded through donations and other methods. It is one of the 46.6 percent of facilities that can offer assistance at little or no charge,

^[1] GoogleReviews
^[2] https://www.facebook.com/pg/CaliforniaHumanDevelopment/reviews/