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• Dealing with alcohol addiction and recovery is a daunting process for both the addict and family members. The decision to enter treatment is a major milestone, and picking the right treatment facility can be critical to success. There are many different types of alcohol treatment facilities. You should choose a facility only after careful research.

• Before you make a decision on an alcohol treatment facility, you should find out if the facility is:

1. Accredited
2. Licensed
3. Run by licensed professionals and staff members

• You may also want to inquire about the facility's staff-to-client ratio and its overall rate of success.

• Not all alcohol treatment facilities are alike. Many take vastly different approaches to a client's treatment and eventual recovery though the use of counseling, medicines or a combination of both. Some allow families to participate in a client's recovery—others do not. Find out how the facility goes about rehabilitating its clients and select a program you and your loved ones will be most comfortable with.

• Before you sign on the dotted line and commit to a specific treatment program, there are several other factors to consider, including the:

1. Location of the facility
2. Average length of stay for clients
3. Follow-up programs offered, if any
4. Cost

• You will also want to find out how quickly you or your loved one can receive treatment; some facilities may have lengthy waiting lists.

• For those who may struggle with alcoholism, rehabilitation is possible. Often an alcohol treatment facility is involved. Choosing a facility that will be the right fit for the addict can be overwhelming, but by asking the right questions and planning ahead, the process can be made much easier.
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