Admission Procedure

All admissions to Stonehenge are on a voluntary basis.  Men and women over the age of eighteen who have a history of chronic/acute substance abuse will be considered for eligibility.  Due to the intensity of the program, previous substance abuse treatment is recommended, although not a requirement.  Referrals are accepted from individuals, health care professionals and the criminal justice system.  Applicants who have not had a recent medical exam are required to do so prior to admission.  Applicants must also be adequately withdrawn from drugs and alcohol before coming to Stonehenge

Assessment for treatment consists of two separate intake interviews.  In the first interview, personal information is acquired and severity of substance abuse is assessed through questionnaires and possible contact with previous treatment sources. In a group setting, applicants and their families are then provided with an overview of the treatment program at Stonehenge with a senior resident on site to answer questions. If the applicant is incarcerated, this interview will be facilitated through a telephone assessment or during an institutional visit conducted by our staff.  Assuming the Stonehenge program is a good treatment match and the applicant has demonstrated sufficient motivation, he or she is deemed eligible.   

A second interview is necessary on the day of admission into the program to confirm that all the requirements have been met and that the applicant is appropriately prepared for treatment and adequately withdrawn from substances.