California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs.

Support Systems Homes' programs and facilities are licensed and certified, as applicable, by the California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs (ADP). ADP was created by the California Legislature in 1978, "to lead efforts to reduce alcoholism, drug addiction and problem gambling in California by developing, administering and supporting prevention, treatment and recovery programs." Their vision is, "to have Californians understand that alcoholism, drug addiction and problem gambling are chronic conditions that can be successfully prevented and treated."

ADP has the sole authority in state government to license adult alcoholism or drug abuse recovery or treatment facilities. Thus, licensing and certification through ADP ensures that, "quality services are provided to all program participants in a safe and healthful environment."

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers.

Support Systems Homes is a member of the National Association of Addiction and Treatment Providers (NAATP). NAATP’s mission is, "to promote, assist, and enhance the delivery of ethical, effective, research-based treatment for alcoholism and other drug addictions."

"NAATP has assumed a strong leadership role on behalf of treatment providers in areas such as treatment standards, education, research, and advocacy of legislative, regulatory and reimbursement positions supported by the field." For further information, please visit the NAATP website www.naatp.org.

California Society of Addiction Medicine.

The California Society of Addiction Medicine is the California chapter of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Our Medical Director, Robert D. Daigle, MD, FASAM has been certified with ASAM since 1988. The purpose of CSAM is; " The specific purpose of the Society is to advance the treatment of alcoholism and other addictions through education of physicians, physicians-in-training, and other health professionals. Additionally, the Society promotes research, prevention, and implementation of evidence-based treatment."

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

Since 2000, Support Systems Homes has been accredited by CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities for the following drug and alcohol treatment programs:

• Alcohol and Drug Detoxification Program
• Residential Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program
• Alcohol and Drug Day Treatment Program
• Alcohol and Drug Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program

Support Systems Homes is surveyed periodically by CARF to ensure that our programs continue to conform to the highest standards. We have received the highest level of accreditation possible every time.

As CARF states, "CARF-accredited service providers enjoy recognition among an international community of persons served, peer facilities, and programs for superior standards of care and excellence in outcomes."

For further information, please feel free to visit the CARF website at www.carf.org