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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I go to Panama for help?The Last Resort Panama provides for a quiet, private, naturalistic foundation to your recovery process in a lush, tropical location beautifully situated in Chiriqui, Panama, a short drive away from Costa Rica. Building your Foundation at The Last Resort Pa, in Panama allows you to focus on yourself in a casual resort like atmosphere. The comfortable setting allows participants to address issues that affect the mind, the body, and the spirit. Besides, quite frankly, we are the best! - top - What do I do to be admitted to The Last Resort Panama and who will assist me?Individual recovery requirements vary. Call 1-866-501.3366 or visit our treatment criteria page. - top - What is the cost and how do I arrange payment?The Last Resort Pa believes that the facilitation of recovery must be affordable. However, affordability should not affect the quality of the process. The investment for your Foundation is $8,000, or in advance a 90-day package of $12,500. We believe you should invest in your future wisely! There are no other significant expenses for the program other than for personal items and optional recreational costs. If special medical treatment is required, those costs are the responsibility of the residents. - top - Who makes travel arrangements and do I need a passport?The fee your your travel is included in your tuition up to $500. The staff at The Last Resort Panama will plan your travel arrangements and make sure everything is done with you. A member of The Last Resort Pa nama staff will meet you at the Tocumen International Airport in Panama City or the Malek International Airport in David and drive you to our facility. A passport is necessary for travel. - top - What is alcohol and drug addiction recovery?Alcohol and drug addiction recovery provides alternatives to the destructive behaviors associated with alcohol and other drug addiction. The Last Resort Panama emphasizes the mind, the body, and the spirit. The Foundation recovery process at The Last Resort is an integrated approach. We believe that human beings need to be responsible for their own choices and behaviors. We will educate you and facilitate you through the foundational process of your recovery. - top - What is the average length of stay?Your Foundation itinerary is 30 days in duration. However, the magic number is 90 Days! Additional facilitation phases are monthly. We also have other options for people that may not be able to be away for that long. - top - Can my family call or visit?The Last Resort Pa encourages family contact and provides for communication. Accommodations can be arranged for families that visit. Treatment issues specific to the family can be addressed at this time however, If the distance from the United States does not afford a spouse, significant other, family member or parent the ability to visit or interact with the participant and treatment personnel, video conferencing and VOIP telephone communications are available and are tools that the Last Resort Panama utilize to bridge this gap. - top - What happens after treatment?Your return home and recovery in your community is integral to your lifelong success. Therefore continuation of your recovery at home , your goals, dreams and independent living needs begin day one at The Last Resort Pa. Prior to your return home, The Last Resort Pa will place an emphasis on assisting you to arrange definitive plans for continuation of the recovery process in your local community. Additionally, our Home Away from Home Aftercare program is available. Do you accept folks with a dual diagnosis?Yes, a person who has both an alcohol or drug and an emotional – psychiatric challenge is said to have a dual diagnosis. In order to recover fully, the person needs to address both of these challenges. An integrated dual disorder recovery has been shown to work effectively for folks with both challenges. The good news is that you can achieve recovery. The Last Resort Pa will assist you to identify and develop your own recovery goals and direction plan. A facilitator can help you identify and develop your own goals. This process includes learning about steps toward recovery from both illnesses. The Last Resort Pa will do everything possible to help you build a positive life for yourself without alcohol or drugs. We understand that for most people recovery includes meaningful activities, like a job, friendships with people who do not use alcohol or drugs, a safe place to live, and enjoying leisure activities that are fun and relaxing. - top - What is your Success Rate at The Last Resort Pa?Other agencies and facilities throw out numbers and percentages to answer this question, usually out of necessity to secure funding. At The Last Resort Pa we have a 100% success rate! Seriously, the recovery process is 100% effective. If you want to recover, you will, that is a fact. It is 100% your choice. We will assist you to develop the tools you need to recover; we will guide you and lead you towards your choice of a productive and joyous life if you allow us to. - top - |
