Advice please

Published

Hey all! And good afternoon (alaska time:)). I put in an application for assessment (drugs/alcohol) at a rehab center (as in all parts of the country the waiting list is long and lots of people need in) over 8 weeks ago. I've called once per week and left messages asking for a call back to see where I am in the process. Finally I took myself down there, wrote a note to the intake coordinator and finally got a response from him (seriously Horray!). Here's the kicker...he can't find my application. He told me he got in contact with me because I had been so "dedicated in following up". So I get it...times are tough...and mistakes happen. So now I have a new application in. The kicker is I'm supposed to be meeting with the board soon and they wanted this assessment. I already plan of a hair folicle, letter from sponsor, etc to prove sobriety. Anyone have any other ideas? I realize this is out of my control...I just don't know what to do.

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in long-term-care, LTAC, PCU.

I'm not sure that there is anything you can do. Did you keep a copy of your application? How about documentation of the meetings you've attended? That might help if you at least have that.

Up Vote Up Vote ×

I know...I suppose what I am really looking for is "whatever happens, happens". The gentleman at the rehab center seems pretty nice and felt bad about it. Maybe I could get him to at least initial a peice of paper next to the dates I called and left him messages.

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in Med/Surg.

Oh my dear friend. You are wise beyond your years and sobriety has revealed your wisdom and passion that emerges when you have embraced this journey called sobriety. However, you are human with emotions, expectations, and the ability to form resentments (we all are, I believe it is a character defect that is universal for alcoholics and addicts, actually also maybe the majority of the human race for that matter...but I digress) My dear friend you are doing great and are an inspiration to me in so many ways. You handled this beautifully and while it was most likely difficult for you at the time you have showed me that it is possible to live life on life terms and stay sober through feelings and situations that will pass. I love you girl. Keep on keeping on.

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Hi love! It was a rough week, but I've surrendered to it so now...guess what...as always I am living clean and serene again! Funny how that works. Whatever happens, happens. Thank you for all of the kind words and support. And thank you more for laughing at me, it makes me less serious which is an amazing break!

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in critical care, ER,ICU, CVSURG, CCU.

i was thinking how well ypu were handling this,

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion