INPATIENT
TREATMENT
Wemble House operates a 16 bed Inpatient Chemical Dependency
treatment program for Native American/Alaska Native Youth
between the ages of 12-18. Our program is certified by
the State of Oregon and meets the ASAM criteria as a Level
III inpatient treatment program. Wemble has also received
a three year accreditation through CARF.
Wemble
House is a staff secure, drug and alcohol free home. We
provide the majority of our treatment, therapeutic, and
cultural services on site. Academics are taught on-site
in a classroom setting. The length of stay is variable,
and depends entirely upon each individual's needs and
progress in meeting the ASAM Patient Placement criteria.
The minimum length of stay is typically 90 days.
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WEMBLE
HOUSE
Wemble
Naalam T'at'aksni is fondly referred to as "Wemble
House." Wemble House is a 2 Story home, located in
the North section of Klamath Falls, Oregon also known
as the "City of Sunshine." The home overlooks
beautiful, Klamath Lake.
The house is staff-secured
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Staff makes a commitment
to maintaining a treatment environment that is caring
and safe, yet highly structured in order to provide the
best treatment possible. Full time staff includes:
Director
Admissions Coordinator
Transitions/Culture Specialist
Licensed School Teacher (with Klamath City School District)
On-Site Nurse
Office Manager
Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Health Specialist
Substance Abuse Counselors
Cultural Counselor
Cultural Assistants
Treatment Specialists
Cook
Teacher Assistant
Environmental Educator
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TREATMENT
OBJECTIVES
Cognitive
Self Change
Cognitive
self change is the process of identifying what and how
we think. When youth begin to understand that what they
think determines the choices they make, only then can
they begin to make choices that will benefit them over
time.
Youth will
examine personal beliefs and determine if those beliefs
are helpful or hurtful. They will identify personal values,
and communicate those said values to their peers and clinical
staff. They will then be held accountable to live in a
way that demonstrates their established values.
Youth will
also examine errors in thinking that keep them trapped
in the culture of drugs and criminality. Clients will
be held accountable for their actions, both individually
and as a group.
These things
are accomplished through group therapy, one on one counseling,
educational groups and individual assignments.
Family Reunification
Family
reunification and healing is paramount to the youth's
success and personal growth. Open, honest communication
with family members is encouraged and the healing process
begins immediately. Family members are included in the
treatment process whenever possible, and the client, as
well as the counselor, keeps the family member updated
on their progress. Casual visitations are encouraged which
allows the family member to follow their child's progress.
Quarterly, we devote one week to family therapy. This
is fondly referred to as "Family Week." Invitations
are extended to all significant family members. During
this time, you can expect your fears to be faced, hopes
to become known, and tears to fall endlessly, forgiveness
to be found, and love to be shared. All of these are accomplished
by a performance of family roles, as seen through the
eyes of the client, in the form of a family sculpture,
talking circles, sweat lodge ceremony, knee to knee communication
exercises, and individual sessions. We believe in the
power of healing of family relationships and we honor
this with a celebration of new beginnings concluding the
week of hard work.
Dual Diagnosis
Treatment and Education
Many
of our young people our troubled not only with alcohol
or drug problems, but with mental health issues that make
the recovery process difficult. For those people who do
not have these issues, their lives may be impacted by
those people close to them that do. Therefore, education
on these disorders allows the young people to develop
empathy and patience for those who suffer. Remembering
that there but for the grace of God go I. All available
forms of therapy and intervention are utilized to ensure
that the client has the best possible chance of success.
The counseling staff works closely with the behavioral
health specialist to determine the best possible approach.
It is our belief that anyone entering our doors can restore
their lives to balance and harmony given the opportunity.
Culture &
Spirituality
Cultural
& Spiritual connections play a significant role in
a person's overall success and well being. Wemble Naalam
T’at’aksni provides opportunities for their
youth to learn about culture. This is achieved through:
- ·
Lakota Rose
· Sweat Lodge Ceremony & Teaching
· Drumming and Singing
· Gathering of Traditional Foods
· Arts & Crafts
· Pow Wows (developing/coordination & participating)
· Washut Services
· Elder Activities
· Visitation of Sacred Sites
· Tribal Gatherings
· Smudging
· Talking Circles
· White Bison Teachings (Sons & Daughters of Traditions)
· Red Road Series
· Canoe Journey
Wemble
House staff understands the importance of values and beliefs
and the role they play in everyday life. Providing our
youth with cultural opportunities to strengthen themselves
as young Native Americans has proved to be paramount.
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EDUCATION
Wemble Academy
Wemble House believes that education is essential in maintaining
a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, youth entering our program
are also enrolled in "Wemble Academy". This
process begins with contacting the youth's school and
determining if there is an IEP or 504. If the youth is
behind in any classes, it is determined which subjects
would be beneficial for the youth to study during their
stay at Wemble House.
Once the
student starts coming to class, placement tests are completed
to assess their levels, making sure they receive the right
course work for their ability. We also evaluate transcripts
to find if the student is missing any required classes,
if they are, we start them in that class, so they can
start the process of credit advancement to move towards
graduation. During class time, students will be working
on one or more of the following classes:
English
(all grade levels),
Math (basic math-Geometry)
American History
Global Studies
Typing/Keyboarding
Students
who are enrolled in school have the ability to earn credits
for many aspects of their treatment work. Students completing
satisfactory work, may earn additional credits in the
following:
PE
Native American Cultural Studies
Health
Arts & Crafts
Personal Growth
Small Group Communication in addition to their Classroom
Course Work
Students,
who meet the criteria for the GED option, will study the
5 subjects required for GED testing. Once the student
meets the level required to test for their GED, they are
scheduled to start taking their GED tests at the local
community college testing facility. Students need to obtain
a 510 on each of their predictor tests before they are
allowed to start the official GED testing phase.
Students will be using text books, direct instruction,
computer applications (PLATO, Mavis Beacon, CIS, etc...),
handouts, video and other means of instruction for course
work. Students are encouraged to help in developing their
own learning program, style and subject matter.
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ACTIVITIES
Cultural
Wemble
House is considered a "Klamath Tribes Program."
Therefore, the youth have an invitation to all Cultural
events the Klamath Tribes hosts. Response from the community
has been congratulatory and our elders speak caringly
of Wemble House Youth. Activities include:
Klamath
Tribes New Years Eve Sobriety Pow Wow
Return of the C'waam Ceremony
Ipos Digging
Memorial Weekend Pow Wow
Klamath Community Treatment Center Alumni Pow Wow
Annual Elders Picnic
Return to the Stronghold Modoc Gathering
Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Sports Camp
Klamath Tribes Culture Camp
Annual Elders Huckleberry Picking Trip
Klamath Tribes Restoration Celebration
Physical
With 300 days of sunny skies, Klamath Falls is Oregon's
'City of Sunshine' and it's a great place for recreation
opportunities. A wide range of physical activities are
offered at Wemble House. Since Youth have the opportunity
to earn credits in Physical Education through Wemble Academy,
we make every effort possible to keep these activities
safe, instructive, and fun. Activities include:
Cardio
Training
Swimming
Basketball, volleyball, softball
Hiking
Mountain Bike Riding
Bowling
Cave Exploration
Arts
Klamath Falls is an active community with many of the
attractions of a larger city, but with the lifestyle of
a smaller town. All located in a wondrous, beautiful,
natural setting! Klamath County offers many great events.
Wemble House Youth experience the following types of activities:
Ross
Ragland Theatre (musicals, plays, etc.)
Snowflake Festival
Next of Kiln Pottery Art
Street Fair
Meth Project Events
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