12 Keys Rehab
About the Facility
12 Keys Rehab Center focuses on holistic, real recovery, and treats clients with a combination of science, spirit, body and family. The 12 Keys model is a multi-track, multi-disciplinary method to treat addiction, mental health, trauma and social issues simultaneously. A licensed and certified professional staff with extensive training in these modalities administers the recovery process. 12 Keys’ low client-to-therapist ratio affords time to identify and treat all of the issues that drive addiction. 12 Keys involves families over the course of treatment to help restore damaged relationships and erase the guilt and other negative emotions that accompany addiction. At 12 Keys, each therapist handles a maximum of a five clients and has the support of The Clinical Director and Medical Director along with 20 other staff members. There is always someone to talk to at 12 Keys.
12-Step
The term “12 Step Program” describes a way to recover from addiction that is based on the model developed by Alcoholics Anonymous. Many drug and alcohol treatment centers base their treatment on 12 steps – the first three of which are situational, the next four addressing the practical issues created by the addiction, followed by two steps focused on making amends for hurting others. Steps 10 and 11 involve a deeper examination of the previous steps and the final step is focused on helping others avoid and recover from addiction.
Individual Therapy
This term describes one-on-one therapy, in which a patient and trained counselor, social worker, psychologist or psychiatrist meets privately with a patient to discuss challenges related to lifestyle, work, family and romantic relationships that may have contributed to the development of an addiction.
- Lush, Private Property
- Private and Semi-Private Rooms and Bathrooms
- Outdoor Activities & Retreats
Victor A. Balta, M.D.
Medical DirectorDr. Balta is Board Certified in both Neurology and Psychiatry; he is also certified in psychoanalysis by the William Alanson White Institute. A member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, Dr. Balta received his psychiatric training at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York City. He secured $10 million in grants funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, the Health Resources and Services Administration and the City of New York.
Dr. Balta believes the 12 Keys real recovery, which focuses on personalized attention, fun activities and exposure to the outside world while in treatment, provides clients with the tools and resources they need to learn to love living sober, productive and fun lifestyles.
Janie Davis
Certified Addiction ProfessionalAs a certified addiction counselor Janie gained her personal experience of sober living through hours of sitting in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. Through both AA and Al-Anon meetings, Janie's story and unique gentle nature has enabled her to successfully facilitate treatment groups and one-on-one sessions with alcoholic and addicts who suffer from self-esteem and trust issues to substance and personal abuse. With over 6 years of continuous sobriety, Janie's proven ability to connect with suffering alcoholics and addicts allows her to provide clients with the necessary tools to enjoy personal freedom in recovery. She is dedicated to help clients out of the grips of addiction and show them how to maintain long term sobriety.
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ABOUT 12 KEYS REHAB
A member of the JourneyPure network of substance abuse and mental health treatment facilities throughout the southeast region, 12 Keys Rehab is located in the coastal community of Jensen Beach, Fla. The center provides residential treatment for men and women struggling with substance abuse and those with co-occurring conditions. It also offers detoxification services on-site, as well as partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient programming (IOP).
Within the state, 12 Keys is among 10.9 percent of substance abuse treatment facilities that provide residential, non-hospital detoxification and among 29.2 percent that offer either short- or long-term residential treatment in a non-hospital setting.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
At 12 Keys, all clients undergo an initial assessment to determine their level of care and treatment plan. The center provides emergency detoxification for clients who need these services, including medication-assisted detox.
The facility uses evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). All levels of treatment include an introduction to the 12-Step and individual, group, and family counseling.
Residential clients may choose from 30-, 60-, or 90-day tracks. The PHP, also known as “day rehab,” operates as a highly structured program five to seven days a week for several hours. The IOP lasts about eight weeks on average. An executive rehabilitation program provides confidential treatment for working professionals. Within the state, 12 Keys is among 24.6 percent of substance abuse treatment facilities that offer a PHP and among 43 percent with an IOP.
Before discharge, clinicians create individualized aftercare plans for program graduates and provide ongoing support for both alumni and their loved ones.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
Within the state of Florida, 12 Keys is among 36.1 percent of substance abuse treatment facilities that are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). The center, a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers, has a low staff-to-client ratio of 1:5 and employs a medical doctor and addiction counselors. Many staff members are also in recovery. To date, the 23 individuals polled by Rehabs.com on the matter praised the aptitude of staff members.
Staff Experience and Training: 4.5/5
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Residential clients live in a large house or smaller cottages nestled across the 10-acre waterfront property with a dock and pool. The location lends itself to outdoor pursuits, such as swimming, kayaking, fishing, and paddle boarding. In addition, clients take regular day trips, go horseback riding on the beach, and work with a personal trainer. Residents have private or shared bedrooms, receive nutritious daily meals, and have access to personal cell phones and computers. To date, the 23 individuals polled by Rehabs.com on the matter appreciated the quality of facilities.
Facility Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4.2/5
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
To date, some 30 former clients submitted highly favorable feedback about 12 Keys to Rehabs.com. Many credited their experience with saving their life and receiving abundant caring and concern that fostered their recovery. Reviewers used superlatives to describe the staff, such as “great,” “amazing,” and ”incredible.” They also praised the individualized process, 12-step program, varied recreational activities, and delicious and plentiful food.
In a representative review, one anonymous alum wrote: “12 Keys is not only a center that focuses on rehabilitating people in the most spiritual ways possible, but it is a place and an environment that truly shows compassion, love, and understanding” and added: “To whomever has the privilege to go there, just know that you will be loved, and people will see you and hear your voice.” The seven alumni who responded to a Rehabs.com poll provided more detailed impressions regarding the facility.
Family Participation: 4.9/5
Likelihood to Recommend: 4.9/5
Counseling Options: 4/5
Isolated criticism concerned close quarters, lack of outside fellowship meetings, and priority on money.
At the time of this writing, on secondary sites, 12 Keys Rehab received mixed coverage: 4.1 out of five stars based on 39 reviews on Google and four-star and one-star rating on Yelp. [1] [2] On the whole, numerous reviewers thanked the facility for saving their life as well as supporting them on the path to sobriety, especially after failed attempts.
In a representative review, Erik wrote: “I came to 12 keys a broken man with no clue how I would ever stop using drugs and alcohol. The caring staff did give me a answer and a way to stay clean and sober." Reviewers also acknowledged the spiritual side of treatment, such as Danny, who wrote: “12 Keys Rehab provided me guidance toward developing an understanding of drug and alcohol addiction, knowledge of the 12 Steps, and most significantly the importance of a relationship with my Higher Power.”
A small segment of reviewers regarded the program as ineffective such as Bonnie, who wrote on Yelp: “Not equipped to deal with even the most anticipated addict behavior.”
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
The 17 friends and family members to date who submitted reviews of 12 Keys Rehab offered very positive impressions. They appreciated the effective results achieved there, often after their loved ones had attended other programs.”
In a representative review, one parent wrote: “My son attended 12 keys rehab in Jensen beach recently and this facility is incredible! As this was not his first treatment center I had something to compare with.This place was a Godsend for him as it was not your typical rehab facility that is only worried about pleasing the insurance companies and packing as many people as they can.”
Many praised the effective communication throughout the client’s recovery, friendly atmosphere, and caring staff. The 14 reviewers who participated in the Rehabs.com poll provided more detailed views of the facility.:
Likelihood to Recommend: 4.3/5
Connectivity/Visitor Policy: 4/5
Family Participation: 4/5
Conversely, some complained about lack of communication and of participation in the client’s treatment, as well as a perceived hyper-focus on money and insurance.
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WHAT STAFF SAY
At the time of this writing, two staff members provided mainly favorable feedback about 12 Keys Rehab to Rehabs.com. They both awarded top five-star ratings to several metrics, including connectivity/visitor policy, counseling options, likelihood to recommend, and staff experience and training. R.W. considered treatment for co-occurring disorders and trauma as a strength of the facility. However, H.M., who reported a lack of resources, wrote: “Techs do family sessions -staff does not have proper work experience-hired right out of that rehab. The property was pretty but staff and management were not that great.”
FINANCING
According to its website, 12 Keys Rehab accepts most insurance plans, including those from Aetna, Beacon, ComPsych, and United Healthcare. To date, the 23 individuals polled on the facility's cost by Rehabs.com offered overall positive ratings.
Affordability: 4.2/5
44 Reviews
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DeniseMy son attended 12 keys rehab in Jensen beach recently and this facility is incredible! As this was not his first treatment center I had something to compare with.This place was a Godsend for him as it was not your typical rehab facility that is only worried about pleasing the insurance companies and packing as many people as they can.12 Keys is so different in so many ways.If (AA founder)opened a rehab this is what it would look like.The Maximum amount of clients is 18 so the therapists are not overloaded with clients ( about 4 each). My sons therapist was just amazing for him ( and for me ) as he spent almost an hour 3x on the phone with me in the beginning) and really got him to dig deep and do the work!Dr was also wonderful with him along with on treating him and us with such love and care from everyone there. A staff also kept in touch with me throughout and was there for my son as well.They all truely care about the clients and their recovery.We have our son back thanks to 12 keys showing him the actual way to recover.He found a relationship with A Higher Power worked the steps with a sponsor while in treatment and now has the tools he needs to live life a day at a time sober.Its up to him and his higher power now to continue in his recovery but no matter what 12 Keys has turned his life around and we are all forever grateful. Beautiful location he loved fishing off pier andhaving his own cabin,he was never ok being by himself and having his own little cabin to work on steps and have privacy was such a great thing for him,I loved how all the clients ate meals together and bonded and were able to hang out on down time. I thought the cabins could use a little updating at first but later realized it was exactly what he needed
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KHThis place is better nothing but a disappointment! The communication is terrble! They DO NOT include family members in the treatment of your loved one.. The Vice Present is rude and condescending.. He has NO compassion or empathy for what the family members are going through- the only time he cares is when the money is being discussed. This place claims to be holistic and healing full of peace and spirituality... I sure it was because our entire family was depending on it. I know rehab centers can’t work magic but they could have provided a much better experience. I was told that they would not only work with my husband but they would also include me (his wife) in part of the recovery. All I received was a cold shoulder!
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PSuewonderful treatment center; the entire staff cares about each patient and is personally invested in ensuring proper and professional rehabilitation covering various areas of grief, addiction etc; with meal service and laundry service patients have ample time to focus on recovery; the best part is that 12 Keys focuses on teaching, implementing, and reinforcing the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous which are life changing when done honestly and openly; it is a safe place for emotional and physical growth; words cannot adequately express how life-saving this facility is - i will never forget a single person i met here!
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EBS12 KEYS SAVED MY LIFE. GREAT PROCESS THAT WORKED FOR ME. CARING, STRUCTURE, EDUCATION . STAFF WERE GREAT AND I WOULD RECOMEND TO ANYONE. ALSO THE FOOD AND FACILITIES ARE GREAT.
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DMI12 Keys is not only a center that focuses on rehabilitating people in the most spiritual ways possible, but it is a place and an environment that truly shows compassion, love, and understanding. I, like everyone who goes there, or who has gone there, had my own unique story and issues, but each and every story that comes to 12 Keys, in my humble opinion, helps the others around them heal and learn from each other. My experience was second to none. To whomever has the privilege to go there, just know that you will be loved, and people will see you and hear your voice. P.S., 12 Keys and the incredible staff will always hold a special place in my heart.
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JayFriendly atmosphere. Great people. They just care. Can be a little too close for comfort sometimes. Just give it a chance.
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AnonymousThis facility was great.
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LHThe availability to work with sober mentors and learn how to apply the 12 steps. Not going to outside 12 step fellowships. I would highly recommend 12 Keys Rehab to anyone who is serious about learning how to get and stay sober. It does not have so many clients that an individual does not receive one on one treatment.
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LLSmall program with focus on clinical care of the clients and provide all resources so the client can attain a life of sobriety. Individual cabins for clients to reside in, professional chef and relaxing atmosphere on the water. Strong focus on family engagement with both individual sessions and group sessions.
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Ronnytrauma, co-occurring, very strong 12 step in conjunction with evidence based treatment options and planning, emdr, medication management, multiple molimitationdalities available to suit individual needs. limitations on medical services to offer non ambulatory clients as we are not an institutional provider. we are proud of the fact that we do not offer luxury services as entitlement is a barrier to recovery. 12 keys has an atmosphere of compassion for the sick and suffering as all of our employees have struggled with alcoholism, addiction, unresolved trauma and the myriad of issues that contribute to the complexity of recovering from the hopelessness that envelopes the mind, soul and body of those struggling with addiction and alcoholism. we have a dedicated team waiting to help lift up and assist those wanting to change and ready to start living life again free from the desperation of addiction.
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JWTrue 12 Step program resulting in Real Recovery. Great food and plenty of it. Gym provided, as well as fun activities on weekends (eg. deep sea fishing, horseback riding on the beach etc.). Comfortable setting on the water with pool and fishing pier. Dual Diagnosis program enabled my self awareness and helped get to root(s) of my addiction. In depth discharge and aftercare planning. Staff truly cares about clients and while honest and straightforward, compassion is constant theme.Not hospital or institutional type setting, so if acute medical needs (eg. wheelchair etc.), not the place for you or loved one. 12 Keys provided too many teachable moments to count. I cannot thank them enough for providing a humble recovery program and for giving my children their father back.
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BarbaraClient progress is of utmost concern. They meet you where you are. Very individualized treatment. I felt everyone truly cared about helping me to achieve longterm recovery. I felt like the counselors understood me since they have been where I was. The environment of the residence is very relaxing and tranquil. I am a local resident, but during my stay I felt like I was a million miles away from the world I was living in my active addiction. It was like a safe bubble I could be in. I still interacted with the world on a daily basis, but I felt like I was protected from relapse at the same time. I have and will continue to recommend 12 Keys to anyone who needs substance abuse treatment. I just celebrated 5 years of sobriety and I no doubt count 12 Keys as the reason that I can say that. There is very little that I would consider as a weakness for 12 Keys. Maybe they could be a little more consistent with some of their policies, and a little better organized. But overall, I loved it and thought it was the perfect place for me to have started my path to recovery. My experience at 12 Keys literally changed my life. I came in a broken individual with no joy in my life and no idea how to change that. When I finished treatment almost 90 days later, I was a changed person. I had a solid start in recovery. I knew what I had to do, and I had the tools to do it thanks to 12 Keys. They did everything they could to help me reach my potential and I just recently celebrated 5 years in sobriety. So I would say that they know what they are doing. I have recommended 12 keys to relatives and friends, and have seen their lives positively changed by their experience as well. I would recommend 12 Keys to anyone who is ready to start their journey to a life better than they can imagine.
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GSThe facility isn't filled with young adults who disturb other individuals recovery, its a program for adults who are serious about changing their lives for the better. No nonsense. Older facility with outdated accommodations but located on a beautiful/matured piece of waterfront property. Amazing staff with excellent clinical services.
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EmilyThe team there have all been through the 12 Steps and truly care and help try an make an impact on each individual. The gym hours are hard to make it because of how early it is. 12 Keys is a place to me where there is true depth of care that everyone receives no matter how hard they are struggling or not struggling. The food is to die for we had fresh fish, steaks, anything your requested you got the chefs are so understanding and also in recovery. You are completely surrounded around people that truly care about getting you healthy and not how much money they can make from you.
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MRThis place saved my life! Before I got here I had lost all hope in myself, God and recovery, after a long series of relapses addicted to crack and heroin. I had initially decided to go here because of the great reviews about hanging on the beach and by the pool with great food. I thought I was going on a vacation. While the food and recreational activities turned out to be all that were promised, that was only the icing on the cake. The true gift of this place was the renewed hope I was able to gain in all the areas of my life I had lost. 12 keys allowed me the opportunity to grow spiritually, physically and mentally, and provided a strong atmosphere of recovery. The staff was amazing and all of them had time in recovery. They helped me to feel understood while also helping me to learn and grow from their experiences. I thank God every day for helping me find 12 Keys!
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AnonymousBeautiful and serene setting, most of the staff are great people who really seem to care. However, the entire staff and management are recovered addicts themselves, which means they still have addict-like tendencies; I voiced my uncertainty about my treatment and was told to leave, in a rude and frustrated manner, instead of asked how I could be better accommodated. Before I was told to leave, I\'d had been expecting a piece of mail with a few hundred dollars in it, which I had stated would be arriving after my dismissal and it would need returned and sent back to my mailing address, since I wasn\'t allowed to stay and receive it. In the months following, I\'ve made countless phone calls and have left numerous emails to 12 Keys in regards of having that piece mail containing money returned to me...My phone calls are ignored and my emails left unanswered. Although it looks like a nice place, it truly is all about the money. If you choose treatment here, keep your belongings close and mail content to yourself.
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RkA dump!! Don\'t let the pictures fool you. It\'s run down and spooky creepy old. The counsellors are not professionals. Ex users. 2 are very sweet but no experience. Waste of our money. And they do not even follow up to see how your kid Is doing after leaving? And Getting insurance refund was like pulling teeth. Do not go there! \"The nurse\" is incompetent as well. So disappointing and not cheap.
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JohnIt saved my life. Nearly 3 years later, I look back at my time at 12 Keys with much gratitude.
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Anonymousthey seemed to get him help right away.
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AnonymousSome staff were great. Lack of adequate communication between staff client and family. Internal discontent affects clients.
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AnonymousGood Food but no time out the facility
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Anonymousbeautiful location and in-depth customized service, very nice rehab centre in a beautiful location, the staff are very welcoming and supportive.
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Anonymoushelpful,friendly,useful,loving. keep up the good work! they helped my family member in so many more ways than theyll ever know with great staff briungs great possibilities in helping so many needy peoiple
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AnonymousGood place. To recover but Not family oriented. I got treated it was hard at first. But I kept. Pushing
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AnonymousYou learn a lot about addiction, recovery and yourself. The facility was dirty, unmaintained, and many people had a lot of relapses during the stay. They take a completely religious approach towards healing. You must decide there is a god and that he wants to help you in order to succeed.
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Anonymouscommunication, respectful, passionate, caring, were all strengths. for people who seek a rehab that will support them and not judge them, then 12 keys is perfect for them. people who need help so be optimistic and willing to get better
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AnonymousStrengths: -Personal attention -Great Facilities - Access to nature -Private Bathroom. Is a little difficult to get in but nothing big. My cousin was here and he really got the help he was needing, we are very grateful with 12 keys rehab because they give us him back recovering from all his problems.
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AnonymousVery caring, nice, helpful
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AnonymousVery personal. Close attention to patient needs. Programs are very organized. Rehab was rough. Not sure I can blame it on anybody but myself. Very trustworthy staff with kind hearts. They actually care about you. Life saving facility.
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AnonymousGarbage. The property is beautiful and the meals are great but the staff are recovering addicts themselves so naturally they are all about control. They didn\'t help with any issues underlying substance abuse. Also, they CONFIRMED my insurance would cover everything and I was just recently sent bills stating that I was being charged for my stay and insurance wouldn\'t pay for it, although the ambassador claimed it was verified and confirmed.
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JOEYI personally found 12 keys to be extremely helpful to the initial base of my recovery... They gave me a guide for living and I will forever be appreciative. I visit them about twice a year to show my gratitude.. I find it upsetting that some people have negative things to say about them. It coincides with how they are living their life. Sometimes it is easier to blame the people that are trying to help us instead of accepting the help openly.. I was an expert at blaming other in the past .. Another thing 12 keys helped me with! God bless!
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LW12 keys has saved my life. I was at a point where i wanted to just kill myself. The clinical team recognized this and helped me so much. It was a serene place to relax and do what I needed to do for me to begin my recovery. I thank God for 12 keys. The owners and the staff all understood and helped me so much.
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CFThis rehab saved my life! I've been to treatment before and it never worked. I can't tell you why it worked but it did. I am living my life today clean! I never thought in my life I'd accomplish all that I have. This rehab is great because it is small and they focus on you! You can get what you want out of this if you try! Recovery is worth fighting for. Check out this place. Much love for everyone there!
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VirginiaClinical and administrative staff are not effective communicators with client and the family. Location and amenities were nice. However, there was a lack of effective communication.
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AnonymousThey seemed to get him help right away. My brother said it was good.
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JBDon't believe all the hype they have on their site. Not as country club as they present. Basically AA 12 steps with the world's most boring sessions. Lot of sloganeering, with little substance. Warning: Do not let then know you have half a brain. They are intimidated.
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HMAll about money-techs do family sessions -staff does not have proper work experience-hired right out of that rehab. The property was pretty but staff and management were not that great.
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AnonymousIt helped my brother a lot, he was happier there than he had been in years. Friendly staff helpful. However, it was pricey.
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anonymousAll about money...Staff has no work experience and hired right out of that rehab
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JohnI went to 12 keys two times. The first time I was certainly not ready for recovery and had a very bad attitude, however when I called to go back the second time I was given a warm welcome back. The staff was very helpful, the living facilities were beautiful, I was able to go fishing on the ocean, the food was top notch, and the treatment staff was unbelievable. I have recommended them to friends and family. This December will be 3 years sober!!!
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Sara12 keys saved my life. It will help so many people if they stay the course and stay convicted to honest and altruistic principles. I'm still not sure how I ended up there but I can tell you that I'm really grateful that I did. I don't think I had a chance anywhere else. I'm grateful for the unique treatment plan focused on MY individual needs. My life surely depended on it. The staff was also amazing and so in tune with the needs of someone going through this challenging transitionary time. Since everything is focused around personal growth and rehabilitation of your body, mind and spirit it makes the impossible actually seem possible. What I did not have, going in, was hope. What 12 keys gave me back was hope for a better life. I have my life back and for that I am eternally grateful.
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AA girlIve been to treatment before and was treated like a number. I love the intimate setting. they made me feel like family when I had none. love you guys &gals.
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TS12 Keys showed me how to achieve permanent sobriety! In 6 month I will be celebrating 4 years clean and sober.
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AnonymousDetox protocol is below standard...all about money. Staff has zero work experience and are hired right out of that rehab.
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