For the majority of people committed to overcoming addiction, entering a medical detox program is a necessary first step on the road to recovery. Medical detox provides a safe and closely monitored environment in which a person can undergo drug and/or alcohol withdrawal under the supervision of a team of medical professionals. Detoxing at home is never advised, seeing as associated symptoms can be life-threatening when left unaddressed. That is, of course, unless a team of licensed medical professionals shows up at your doorstep, ready to provide you with the services you need to undergo withdrawal without leaving the comfort of your own home. Enter NAQI.
NAQI Healthcare has developed a unique and effective at-home detox program for those who require medical detox but who cannot attend a traditional, inpatient detox center. Although medical detox is an important stage of the recovery process, not everyone benefits from leaving home. Is at-home detox right for you? Contact NAQI Healthcare to learn more.
What is Home Detox?
Home detox refers to undergoing drug or alcohol withdrawal under medical supervision within the comfort of your own home. In the majority of cases, a person will select a medical detox center based on several criteria, including:
- Whether or not the detox center accepts their insurance.
- The location of the detox center.
- Whether or not the detox center is licensed and accredited.
- The ability to transition into a higher level of care.
- The severity of the substance use disorder and withdrawal symptoms.
- The presence of any co-occurring issues that need to be addressed.
Home detox provides the same services as a traditional inpatient detox. Why would someone opt for at-home detox as opposed to undergoing detoxification in a designated treatment center? In some cases, it is because they are looking for a higher level of discretion than confidentiality than a state or privately-funded detox center would allow. This is often the case for those with celebrity status. Unfortunately, high-profile individuals often avoid seeking the professional treatment they need, simply because they are concerned with protecting their anonymity. What would happen to their reputation if word got out that they were suffering from a substance use disorder? Would they have a more difficult time finding work? Would they face scrutiny from members of the general public? This can be tricky territory to navigate. Fortunately, at NAQI Healthcare we have developed a unique and effective detox program for those of celebrity status, and for anyone who is looking for professional at-home detox services followed by a seamless transition into the next appropriate level of care.
Detox Discreetly
In the comfort of your own home.
Why is Home Detox a Better Option?
At-home detox is not a better option for everyone; however, detoxing at home is an ideal option for those who value their privacy and who are looking for more focused care. There are many benefits that go hand-in-hand with seeking out a home detox option, including:
- One-on-one medical care delivered by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner.
- Around-the-clock access to comfort and safety medications, prescribed and administered by a medical professional.
- Access to all of the comforts of home, along with an increased level of support and built-in accountability.
- Therapeutic care in addition to a focus on a safe and pain-free withdrawal and physical stabilization.
- Vitals taken regularly to ensure a safe return to physical stabilization.
- A focus placed on personalized aftercare planning, preparing you to take the next step on your personal journey of addiction recovery.
Detox is an important phase of the recovery process, but it is truly only the beginning. Once you have undergone a safe withdrawal in a detox center of your choosing, it is important to immediately follow up with a higher level of clinical care. For many, this looks like transitioning into a residential inpatient treatment center. For those with celebrity status or high-profile careers, it might look like continuing with one-on-one therapy sessions or attending an Executive Program that places a strong emphasis on confidentiality.
The At-Home Addiction Treatment Process
What does the at-home addiction detox and treatment process look like? Your personal treatment journey will be unique based on the route you decide to take — the services you require and the treatment options you and your clinical team decide are the right choice for you. At NAQI Healthcare we break down the at-home detox process into several distinctive steps.
- The first step, and often the most challenging, is deciding that you require professional help and reaching out. Because active addiction and denial are so closely interlinked, it can be difficult to acknowledge that your drinking or drug use has gotten out of hand and has started to negatively impact your life. As soon as you make the decision to reach out, the hardest part is behind you, and we will take care of the rest.
- Once you make the decision to reach out for help, you will be connected with one of our experienced Treatment Advisors, who will complete a brief assessment over the phone and make sure that our at-home detox services are right for you.
- We will set up a date and time for the initiation of your at-home detox, and we will send a team of experienced medical practitioners directly to your doorstep. They will monitor your health as you undergo drug or alcohol withdrawal, treating associated symptoms as soon as they develop and utilizing comfort medications to make the process as pain-free as possible.
- Once you have been physically stabilized, we will help you develop a personalized aftercare plan. Addiction recovery is a lifelong process, and at NAQI we are dedicated to ensuring you have all of the tools and resources you need for long-term success in sobriety.
Withdrawal Symptoms During Treatment
Withdrawal symptoms will vary significantly depending on several factors, including:
- The type of substance or substances being used.
- The duration of use.
- The presence of any underlying issues, such as chronic health conditions or mental illness like depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder.
- The presence of co-occurring addictive disorders or behavioral addictions.
- The age, body weight, and overall physical health of the client.
- Whether or not the client has previously undergone withdrawal.
The symptoms associated with opioid withdrawal can be extremely physically uncomfortable, but they are rarely life-threatening. However, attempting to detox from opioids without professional assistance is never a good idea. This is because associated drug cravings can be so intense and overwhelming they often lead a person back to use before the withdrawal process is over. The same is true for stimulant withdrawal — withdrawing from drugs like cocaine or methamphetamine can lead to serious psychological symptoms and immense physical discomfort. Employing an at-home detox service helps lessen the severity of symptoms while reducing their duration.
Withdrawal symptoms can be life-threatening, especially when it comes to alcohol withdrawal and benzodiazepine withdrawal. If you have been drinking alcohol regularly for a prolonged period of time, you are liable to experience a range of potentially dangerous symptoms including increased blood pressure and heart rate, severe anxiety, and seizures. The only way to ensure your safety during the detoxification process is by undergoing withdrawal under the close care of medical professionals. Contact us today to learn more. (1)
Contact Us Today to Learn More
If you have been looking for an effective and professional detoxification service from the comfort of your own home, NAQI Healthcare is available to help. Our medically supervised in-home detox program offers the highest level of comfort, care and privacy. Our medical professionals will stay on-site 24/7 during detox to monitor your progress and administer comfort medications to make the process as pain-free as possible. We provide coaching through withdrawal symptoms, plan for the next phase of recovery, perform lab tests, and administer IVs as necessary. To learn more about the services we offer or to begin your personal recovery journey, contact us today.
