J-CAP offers an intensive drug treatment program in a residential setting for chemically dependent adults and young adults ages 17 and older.  Our program operates from two buildings that can accommodate over 400 clients.  J-CAP requires clients to be drug-free (no use of illegal drugs or alcohol) and to commit to living a healthy lifestyle as part of their recovery. 

J-CAP’s treatment program is based on the Therapeutic Community model.  A Therapeutic Community (TC) is a group based approach to drug addiction and/or mental illness where residents actively participate in their own and each others treatment in a highly structured setting. Responsibility for the daily operation of the community, such as housekeeping and meal preparation, is shared by the residents.   Community members impose sanctions and penalties and earn status and privileges as part of the recovery process.

The Orientation phase of the program is actually a learning and adjustment period in which clients adapt to the program’s routine, services, and expectations. During this time clients are introduced to and become familiar with JCAP’s rules and regulations. This portion of the program has duration of approximately 30 to 45 days depending upon the individual needs of the client.  Family members of clients are encouraged to join JCAP’s Family Association during the orientation period in order to get support for themselves as well as learn how to help with their loved one’s recovery. 

The second phase, Main Treatment, is the more rigorous part of the therapy process. Short and long term goals for recovery are established early on as part of each client’s individualized treatment plan.  These goals may be adjusted as treatment progresses. During this period (which lasts approximately 6 to 8 months) clients confirm their commitment to positive change by attending individual counseling sessions as well as group therapy.  Based on the client’s individual needs, he/she may attend special groups and seminars geared to anger management or women’s issues.  Learning new, constructive ways to resolve problems and differences with others are key to the treatment process.  

Clients also participate in social and cultural activities during this time in order to promote constructive social settings as an alternative to substance abuse. 

Re-entry, the final phase of treatment, is an approximately 3 to 4 month process in which clients actively work towards the long term goals established in their individualized treatment plans. Clients make arrangements to attend college, complete vocational training, or look for sustainable employment.  Re-uniting with family members, generating positive social connections, and preparing for independent living are the major focal points during this period.  J-CAP advises clients to seek community based support services upon leaving residential treatment in order to ensure a smooth transition to living independently as well as to prevent a relapse situation.

Clients have a variety of on-site amenities available to them during their stay at J-CAP’s residential drug treatment facility.  There is a barbershop, state-of-the-art gymnasium, library, greenhouse garden and music room for residents use.  Clients also may join the J-CAP Choir or play basketball and softball with a league comprised of other therapeutic community teams.  Field trips such as attending a sports event, going to a movie or the theater, dining at a local restaurant, or seeing a new exhibit at an art gallery or museum are periodically scheduled and supervised by J-CAP staff.

J-CAP’s programs teach the importance of being a responsible and productive member of the community.  It is the agency’s belief that an individual’s use of his/her strengths is influential in overcoming drug addiction and other life problems.   While at J-CAP, many of our clients give back to the community by volunteering their free time to speak to local youth groups through arrangements made by our Speakers Bureau.  Others join the J-CAP Choir where they perform for senior citizen groups, veterans’ organizations and at local community events.

The J-CAP Intake Department is available to interview, assess and admit new clients to our residential drug treatment program Monday through Friday. Weekend admissions can also be arranged if special circumstances exist.  Clients from all walks of life come to J-CAP when they realize on their own that they need help, when a family member encourages them to get help, or a judge gives them an alternative to incarceration.   We accept referrals from a variety of sources such as other treatment providers, insurance companies, Social Services, the New York State Division of Parole, to name a few.  Upon evaluation, J-CAP will refer a person to an alternate treatment provider or mental health agency if we feel that our program is not suitable for that individual’s needs.

To be admitted to J-CAP’s Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program, you must bring the following with you:

• At least two (2) items of identification (i.e. birth certificate with raised seal, Social Security card, passport, state Driver’s License or ID, Baptismal Certificate, Military ID or Green Card)
• Recent Tuberculosis test results or Chest X-RAY results (within 6 months of admission).  If don’t have this documentation, arrangements will be made to have you tested.

• Ten (10) complete sets of clothing
• Two (2) pairs of shoes
• One (1) pair of sneakers
• One (1) winter coat
• Toiletries (soap, deodorant, toothpaste, non-alcoholic mouthwash)
• Electric shaver

• Cigarettes - we are a smoke-free agency as required by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS)
• Any form of jewelry (watches, prayer beads, bracelets, earrings, etc.)
• Pictures/photos
• Books or magazines
• Colognes, perfumes or make-up
• Money (except the amount of car fare required to get home in the event you are not admitted)
• Cell phones, Walkman, iPods, radios, DVD Players, mp3 players, etc.