If you are wondering how to go to rehab and keep your job, there are laws that can help you. Here, learn about your rights and the resources available to you.
What Are Your Options If You Need Help?
If you are struggling with drug or alcohol abuse and need help to quit, some options allow you to go to rehab and keep your job. One option you might consider isoutpatient treatment. With an outpatient rehab program, you can continue to work while living at home and attending rehab appointments at a clinic or office during the evenings and/or weekends. This level of care is typically a better option if you are in the early stages of addiction and can still function at work.
On the other hand, if you are struggling with a severe drug or alcohol addiction and are having trouble meeting demands at home or work,inpatient rehabmay be a better option. Making the choice to seek inpatient treatment will mean leaving your job, at least temporarily, but there are protections in place that can help you learn how to go to rehab and keep your job.
Know Your Rights
It is important that you know your rights if you are looking to go to rehab. The following laws may protect your job:
Using Your Insurance or EAP to Find Help
If you are seeking treatment for addiction, your insurance or your employer’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) may be able to help. You can contact your insurance provider to determine what services it covers and what providers are in-network.
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AnEAPprogram is also an excellent option if it’s available. Employers typically contract with and cover the cost of an EAP program, which can provide you with access to addiction treatment services. EAPs often provide short-term counseling. If you need long-term or inpatient care, they can refer you to the services you need. Your human resources department can provide you with information about accessing EAP services. Some larger organizations may have an EAP provider in-house, but many organizations refer employees to outside providers, such as counseling centers or rehab facilities.
If you choose to resign from your job to attend rehab,COBRAinsurance is also an option. It provides the same level of health insurance coverage you had while you were working, but you will be responsible for covering the full costs of insurance premiums. COBRA is meant to be a temporary option.
At The Recovery Village, we take some of the financial stress out of the equation by offering afree online insurance verification tool. Simply fill out the form, and we will tell you what services your insurance covers and what you can expect to pay out-of-pocket for treatment. If you have additional questions about finding services or paying for rehab,contact ustoday; we are happy to help.
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The Cost of Alcohol & Drug Rehab
The cost of drug and alcohol rehab varies depending on where you go for treatment, how long you spend in treatment and whether you choose inpatient or outpatient rehab.
The typical inpatient rehab center can cost from $2,000 to $25,000 per month. Outpatient rehab is considerably less expensive because it does not include room and board costs, food or amenities. Your out-of-pocket costs will vary depending upon your insurance coverage.
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If cost is a concern, one option you may want to consider is teletherapy, which provides rehab services via video conference, email and text message at home. This may be more flexible and allow you to continue working your usual schedule. At The Recovery Village, we offerteletherapy for addiction treatmentand we accept insurance for this service.
If you do not have insurance coverage, you can still find a way to cover alcohol and drug rehab costs. Some rehab centers offer financing options or payment plans to fit your budget. Others may accept cash payments or offer a sliding fee scale based on your income.
Another option for covering the cost of rehab is to apply and seeif you qualify for Medicaid, which provides insurance coverage to low-income individuals and families, as well as those with disabilities.
Handling Responsibilities at Rehab
Going away to rehab may require you to balance outside responsibilities, such as children and family. If you have children at home and you are a single parent, you will likely have to make arrangements for a relative to care for them while you are gone. This might require you to inform your children’s school and medical providers of the change in caregiver, so they will be able to take the children to school or doctor’s appointments in your absence.
You may also have to stay in contact with your employer regarding the status of your leave. It is important to check with your rehab center before beginning treatment to ensure you will have access to a phone or a means of communicating with your employer via email should the need arise.
Preparing Your Home Life for Rehab
If you are planning to go to inpatient rehab, you will need to prepare your home life. Perhaps you have a spouse or significant other at home who can manage the finances and pay bills. If not, you can still make preparations, which can include:
- Having your mail forwarded
- Setting up automatic bill pay for monthly expenses
- Relocating your pets with loved ones
- Having a friend check in on your home regularly
Transitioning Back to Work After Rehab
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Need Help? Send Us Your Questions.
If you have additional questions about how you can go to rehab and keep your job, fill out our contact form, and we will send you an email answering your admissions and work-related questions. You can also give us a call; we are always here to help.
