PHILOSOPHY


C.R.E.A.T.E. stands for:

 Community Resources:  Since 1975 when we first opened our doors, we have maintained a visibility in the community by participating in various policy and education groups.  Our staff have been intimately involved in setting treatment parameters, assisting in rule and law writing and responding to calls from our colleagues and clients for information.  We believe that staying connected to current trends in our field while also staying in touch with our colleagues helps us know where the gaps in service are and where the needs of our clients can be best met.  Yes, we refer to other resources when needed in order to assist our clients in meeting those needs that we do not specialize in addressing.

Education:  We offer five different education programs.  Chalk Talk for the Using Driver, Smart Teen, At RISK, IDEA, and Driving with Care.

Alternative Treatment:  Our staff and agency operate with the belief that because people are different, then the types of chemical health concerns they have are unique.  Therefore we try to tailor our treatment plans and our approaches to the differences we see.  Ask yourself this question; What will help me make changes on my journey towards responsible decisions about the roles chemicals play in my health??

If you have been to other treatment agencies in your quest, you will find us to be different.  We are not based in alcoholics anonymous nor do we use the same approach for all people.  There are many agencies that use AA very skillfully and we strive to be just as skillful in using our knowledge about what else can assist you in overcoming the problems you are having in relation to your chemical health.

Evaluation:  We are constantly looking at what we do and asking if it is working for you.  We ask you the same questions.  Does this seem to be working?  What do you want to do differently after you through here, how can we help?