Elevate Addiction Services

I recently completed the 30 day Core Peogram at Elevate Addiction Services in Watsonville. After two relapses following decades of previous sobriety, I knew I could benefit from an intensive inpatient residential program to set me bsck on the right path again. I'm so grateful I found Elevate right away. The 12 Steps originally got me sober, and I have no issues with AA/NA, but Elevate is based on SMART Recovery, which is built on a different foundation from the 12 Step program. I gained new insights through the intensive workbooking and structured group sessions, as well as my time spent with my on-site therapist. There's a big emphasis on Mindfulness at Elevate, so be prepared to meditate and practice breathwork frequently. The rural location is serene, with spectacular views of the Pajaro Valley, and the wildlife is abundant. If you enjoy nature, this is a wonderful, peaceful location. The ranch-style property doesn't look or feel institutional at all. The facilities are a bit worn (it was originally built 50+ years ago as a retirement home for nuns), so if you're looking for a luxury rehab, this probably isn't the place for you. But if you could benefit from delicious meals, CrossFit and yoga, volleyball and pickleball and a well-stocked game, book and DVD library, look no further! Every single employee has gone through the program themselves, so they really understand what you're going through. Many people opt to stay on past their 60-90 day programs to train as staff members. The facilitators are caring, kind and helpful. The folks in the detox center are supportive and gentle. The security staff are strict but reasonable. Monday-Saturday, the schedule is very structured, with plenty of breaks and evening free time, and Sundays are completely free all day and night. You will be expected to do chores and follow rules. After an initial 7 day "blackout" period, clients have access during free time to shared cell phones in a common room, and once a week you have an opportunity to use your personal cell phone/laptop in a more private space. Visits from friends/family are limited, subject to pre-approval and only take place on Fridays from 3-6pm. The structure and rules are in place to help keep you focused on what you came there to do in the first place: get clean and sober! Overall, Elevate offers clients the opportunity to hit "pause" on the chaos of using and drinking, the tools to gain clarity and insight, and the strength and will to go back to living a clean and sober, productive life.

Elevate helped save my son's life!  One year ago, I was on a desperate search for a place that would help my son quit drinking.  I went online and was so overwhelmed with all the choices!  I called a couple places and was not impressed with what they offered. I prayed to God He would lead me to the right place, and He did!  The 3rd place I called, this nice guy named Josh answered, and right away, we connected.  I asked questions, he asked questions.  What I loved about what he said, was that they did not rely on prescribing a bunch of meds to "fix" my son, but offered an in depth program that included exercise as part of the journey to recovery, and to ultimately learn to not rely on anything to self medicate ever again. Ding!  I knew he would love something like this, and the more Josh talked, the more I wanted to get my son on a plane!  Of course, the final decision was up to him, and at that point, he was ready for a major change, and trusted my judgement.  Thank God! Within days, my son was up north and that was the beginning of his new life because today marks his ONE YEAR from not having a drop of alcohol!  In fact, he liked Elevate so much, he stayed up there, trained heavily for 3 months, and is now an employee who helps counsel new clients.  He earned Employee of the Month last month and I couldn't be more proud of the hard work he did and does for himself. I can't thank Elevate enough for the part they played in his recovery.  It was divine intervention and I'm so grateful he chose himself and continues to live out his purpose.  Thank you to the team at Elevate!

This program really helped my daughter get sober by giving her the tools she needed to figure out that she was only harming herself. My daughter recently graduated from Elevate and has roughly past her 100th day sober and it’s been a big turn around and we are so grateful for the program and happy to have our daughter back home she’s much happier and interacts with the family more unlike before. I can’t thank all of the staff at Elevate for all the patience, understanding, and guidance they gave her.

EAS helped me get back to myself. The staff as a whole works relentlessly to help each and every client throughout their recovery process. The curriculum taught here has helped me gain the tools I need in order to tackle every day life and stay on track with my sobriety

Before coming to Elevate I was lost in life and was in need of help. After finishing the full program not only did I beat my addiction, but I rediscovered my self identity and worth. I can’t thank Elevate enough for helping me find the joy in life again, and also to everyone I met along the way, thank you.