PROGRAM OF RECOVERY
Age Specific Homes - Residents are carefully assigned to our homes based on a comprehensive assessment taking into account age, life stage, and predominant challenges. Located at 502 Wentworth, our "teenagers house,” caters specifically to individuals aged 16-19. Six doors down, at 521 Wentworth and 518 Goodwin (directly behind Wentworth), are our "young adult residences," with residents primarily within the age range of 19-25. Situated just a block away at 13028 Fall Manor Drive, is our home with residents age25 and above. Our services extend beyond addressing Substance Use Disorder to encompass a spectrum of needs, including Dual Diagnosis, primary mental health, and issues such as process addiction, pornography addiction, technology dependency, failure to launch, among other issues.
Random Drug Testing - All residents of Patton Sober Living are randomly drug tested at least once a week and breathalyzed daily. If there is suspicion that a resident is abusing drugs or alcohol then the random testing will increase as needed.
Community/House Meetings - Group meetings are held three times a week. John Patton, LCSW leads our two-hour Tuesday night group while our Thursday night group is run by members of the recovery community. Monday night groups are facilitated by James Carrell, LCSW. James has over 10 years of experience counseling young men in recovery and is passionate about sobriety.
Help Securing Employment - All clients at Patton Sober Living receive help in securing employment. This occurs through help in developing resumes and through specific coaching on interviewing as well. Every resident of the house is expected to work no less than 25-hours per week unless they are in school.
Educational Opportunities - Patton Sober Living is less than a mile from Richland College, which is the biggest community college in the Dallas area. John Patton, owner and founder, takes a hands-on approach when it comes getting residents enrolled in school. John very much values education as a key ingredient to a young man's success, and he will help your son succeed in school as much as possible.
House Responsibilities/Independent Living Skills - Each resident will learn independent living skills such as washing their own clothes, picking up after themselves, and even learning how to cook. In addition all residents have assigned chores that are monitored daily. It is our goal to have young men leave Patton Sober Living with the ability to be totally self-sufficient not only financially, but also in taking care of themselves.
12-Step Meetings - Each resident must be working a 12-Step program. This includes active stepwork, frequent contact with a sponsor, and helping others to recover. Attendance to a minimum of four 12-Step meetings per week is mandatory.
Fun Sober Living - We understand that at the end of the day you've got to have fun being sober! At Patton Sober Living we create an atmosphere where guys are having so much fun being sober that they don't care to go back to the days of substance abuse.
Family Contacts - On a biweekly basis our Program Directors Randy Cox, Corey Bowers, and Austin Priddy have phone sessions with each family to keep everyone on the same page, share any concerns or good news, and give updates. Additionally, all parents have the owner's and director's contact information in case of emergency or when needing to speak urgently.
MIND
Individual Counseling - Included in the cost of stay is one-hour of individual counseling each week with a licensed counselor. The counseling sessions occur offsite at the counselor's office.
Group Therapy - Group Therapy sessions are conducted in-house each week on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings under the guidance of licensed counselors. Led by James Carrell, LCSW, a seasoned master's-level therapist, Monday's session offers a community-focused therapeutic environment. On Tuesdays, our founder and CEO, John Patton, LCSW, leads small, personalized Group Therapy sessions tailored to the specific needs of each residence. Thursdays are dedicated to our in-house 12-step focused group, fostering a supportive atmosphere for individuals on their path to recovery.
BODY
Gym Membership - All residents will enjoy a free membership to LA Fitness, which is a full gym just minutes from the house. Each resident must go to the gym a minimum of three times per week.
Yoga - Offered 3 times per week, and strongly encouraged once.
All Meals Included - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are provided for all residents.
SPIRIT
12-Step Completion Program - This includes active stepwork, frequent contact with a sponsor, and helping others to recover.
Church Involvement - Encouraged, but not mandatory. Other spiritual enrichment opportunities are available including H&I commitments (taking a meeting to a hospital or institution) or volunteer work.
Morning Meditation - Monday through Friday the community gathers for a morning meditation at 9:30 AM. We recreate what the founders of AA did in our own version of "2 Way Prayer" and "Guidance Meetings".
Random Drug Testing - All residents of Patton Sober Living are randomly drug tested at least once a week and breathalyzed daily. If there is suspicion that a resident is abusing drugs or alcohol then the random testing will increase as needed.
Community/House Meetings - Group meetings are held three times a week. John Patton, LCSW leads our two-hour Tuesday night group while our Thursday night group is run by members of the recovery community. Monday night groups are facilitated by James Carrell, LCSW. James has over 10 years of experience counseling young men in recovery and is passionate about sobriety.
Help Securing Employment - All clients at Patton Sober Living receive help in securing employment. This occurs through help in developing resumes and through specific coaching on interviewing as well. Every resident of the house is expected to work no less than 25-hours per week unless they are in school.
Educational Opportunities - Patton Sober Living is less than a mile from Richland College, which is the biggest community college in the Dallas area. John Patton, owner and founder, takes a hands-on approach when it comes getting residents enrolled in school. John very much values education as a key ingredient to a young man's success, and he will help your son succeed in school as much as possible.
House Responsibilities/Independent Living Skills - Each resident will learn independent living skills such as washing their own clothes, picking up after themselves, and even learning how to cook. In addition all residents have assigned chores that are monitored daily. It is our goal to have young men leave Patton Sober Living with the ability to be totally self-sufficient not only financially, but also in taking care of themselves.
12-Step Meetings - Each resident must be working a 12-Step program. This includes active stepwork, frequent contact with a sponsor, and helping others to recover. Attendance to a minimum of four 12-Step meetings per week is mandatory.
Fun Sober Living - We understand that at the end of the day you've got to have fun being sober! At Patton Sober Living we create an atmosphere where guys are having so much fun being sober that they don't care to go back to the days of substance abuse.
Family Contacts - On a biweekly basis our Program Directors Randy Cox, Corey Bowers, and Austin Priddy have phone sessions with each family to keep everyone on the same page, share any concerns or good news, and give updates. Additionally, all parents have the owner's and director's contact information in case of emergency or when needing to speak urgently.
MIND
Individual Counseling - Included in the cost of stay is one-hour of individual counseling each week with a licensed counselor. The counseling sessions occur offsite at the counselor's office.
Group Therapy - Group Therapy sessions are conducted in-house each week on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings under the guidance of licensed counselors. Led by James Carrell, LCSW, a seasoned master's-level therapist, Monday's session offers a community-focused therapeutic environment. On Tuesdays, our founder and CEO, John Patton, LCSW, leads small, personalized Group Therapy sessions tailored to the specific needs of each residence. Thursdays are dedicated to our in-house 12-step focused group, fostering a supportive atmosphere for individuals on their path to recovery.
BODY
Gym Membership - All residents will enjoy a free membership to LA Fitness, which is a full gym just minutes from the house. Each resident must go to the gym a minimum of three times per week.
Yoga - Offered 3 times per week, and strongly encouraged once.
All Meals Included - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are provided for all residents.
SPIRIT
12-Step Completion Program - This includes active stepwork, frequent contact with a sponsor, and helping others to recover.
Church Involvement - Encouraged, but not mandatory. Other spiritual enrichment opportunities are available including H&I commitments (taking a meeting to a hospital or institution) or volunteer work.
Morning Meditation - Monday through Friday the community gathers for a morning meditation at 9:30 AM. We recreate what the founders of AA did in our own version of "2 Way Prayer" and "Guidance Meetings".