55Plus
55Plus Hybrid Program
The Retreat 55Plus Program immerses you in a vibrant and welcoming community of peers who understand what it is like to be getting sober in the second half of adult life, and are motivated to change and grow.
Entering into recovery from addiction can bring an entirely new sense of purpose and meaning to life. Our program provides you with 12 step tools, guidance, and the peer support you need to build a rewarding new life.
The Retreat’s time-tested approach has helped thousands of individuals establish a solid foundation of recovery, grounded in the spiritual principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. We introduce people who are motivated for change to those who are living recovery at the highest level. By creating a supportive, integrated community, our Day Program; promotes emotional and spiritual growth for adults 55 and up; Creates a bridge to the recovery community and to other resources; Provides a supportive context for addressing major life issues; Employs a holistic, age-specific approach that removes barriers and establishes social connectedness.
The 55Plus Recovery Community at The Retreat is enhanced by our Elder AA meetings on site Fridays (9 am). Come check them out!
How Can I Help My Loved One?
During Your 16 Weeks You Will:
- Explore the 12 Step Principles and Practices as the spiritual foundation for recovery.
- Gain insight into issues related to life transitions, such as grief and loss, retirement, isolation, physical health challenges, and other major life stresses that impact recovery.
- Learn about aging and recovery/emotional, physical and spiritual wellness as we mature.
- Experience daily speakers, homework and curriculum tailored to the maturing adult.
- Participate in the collective wisdom and mutual support of Twelve Step recovery.
How It Works:
- 16 Weeks – participants may enroll any time
- Monday and Wednesday from 9am – 12pm
- This is a Hybrid Program. Groups meet at The Retreat’s main campus, 1221 Wayzata Blvd. E., Wayzata, MN 55391 or meets conveniently in a virtual on-line setting that can be accessed anywhere from your mobile device, laptop or home computer.
- Participants are invited to join the 55PLUS program alumni Big Book study group Fri. 9-10am
Schedule
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16 Weeks – participants may enroll any time
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Monday and Wednesday from 9am – 12pm
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This is a Hybrid Program. Groups meet at The Retreat’s main campus, 1221 Wayzata Blvd. E., Wayzata, MN 55391 or meets conveniently in a virtual on-line setting that can be accessed anywhere from your mobile device, laptop or home computer.
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Participants are invited to join the 55PLUS program alumni Big Book study group Fri. 9-10am
Virtual 55PLUS Book Club
Join us the THIRD THURSDAY of each month at myrecovery.com to engage in lively discussion around books of universal interest
Costs and Admissions
Cost:
- $3,400 for the 16 week program
- $2,800 as a step down from the Residential Program
55Plus Program Registration
To begin the registration process, participants complete a confidential screening with Retreat staff to determine appropriateness for Retreat services. Applicants not qualified are given assistance and referrals for alternative program placement. The Retreat is not a replacement for medical treatment. We do not serve people who need a clinical treatment experience.
55Plus Admission Requirements
- 55 years of age or older
- Willing and motivated to participate in the program
- Seeking recovery from alcohol or drug dependence
- Sober and drug free
- Psychologically and medically stable
- Aware that The Retreat is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical treatment or detoxification
STAFF
Doug Anderson
NEWS: Older Adults and Addiction
Why Older Adults With Addictions Fare Better in Age-Tailored Rehab
In other words, motivation generally is not an issue. “I’ve had people come to me at age eighty and say, ‘I don’t want to die a drunk,’” Armstrong says. “We realize that so much of the basis of recovery is instilling hope that there is a future for them.”… – Read Here
Does the United States have a drinking problem?
Over the last two decades, close to 1 million Americans died from alcohol-related causes, as overall consumption rose and drinking patterns changed, according to an analysis of U.S. death certificates from 1999 to 2017 by researchers at the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism… – Read Here
Alcohol consumption can lead to serious health risks for the elderly
It’s not uncommon for alcohol consumtion in the elderly to result in falls or more serious health conditions… – Read Here
Recovery for Adults 55+
The Retreat Day Program for Older Adults is focused on a more mature audience for personal, age-specific based experiences.
Our Brochure Contains Information On:
- The Retreat Approach,
- How it Began,
- A Day in the Life of our Residents,
- And More…
Alcoholism can be difficult at any age, but it’s never too late to make a change.
You’re not alone. We’re here to help.
