AADAP

THERAPEUTIC COMMUNITY (TC)

AADAP, Inc.

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When I hear the word “AADAP,” it reminds me of the word MONAD—which stands for “Mouth On No Active Duty.” It means simply to close your mouth and yell out loud.

One of the key goals of this training is:

> “Lifelong abstinence from drugs.”

The core purpose of the rehabilitation program is to enable individuals to eat, live, speak, socialize, and move around without drug dependence—so they may reintegrate into society as renewed, healthy individuals with fresh minds, new thoughts, and full strength.

Only by doing this can one walk forward confidently toward a bright and clear life goal.

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Concepts of Change

There are 3 core changes expected:

1. Attitude – How we behave, speak, and live

2. Direction – Where we’re headed in life

3. Lifestyle – How we structure our daily lives

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> There are basic principles of change:

Attitude, Direction, & Lifestyle.

By transforming these, I am on my way to a better life.

First, I must believe: “People need people.”

Without care and concern for others, I cannot grow.

As addicts, we may feel damaged—but we are not beyond repair.

Through people, I will change my attitude.

I will seek a new direction.

I will cease to believe:

“Once an addict, always an addict.”

With these changes, I will build a healthy lifestyle.

With positive values,

I am allowed to become the person

I’ve always wanted to be.

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Living With Intention

The program teaches how to live with purpose and discipline—how to act, speak, and behave properly in everyday life.

Participants come to the program either:

After detoxing in a hospital

By personal choice

Or by court diversion programs (like Second Chance for incarcerated youth)

Each trainee is assigned a counselor, who is responsible for guiding their progress in health and social development. One counselor oversees about 8 trainees.

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Daily Responsibilities

The office team helps with:

Medical appointments

DMV license processing

Health care cards

Reapplying for lost ID or important documents

Program budgeting for outings

Issuing visitor passes

Weekly activity planning

The kitchen is managed weekly by trainees. Based on existing food inventory, menus are prepared and shopping lists submitted. They say jokingly, “Here at AADAP, the best thing is the food!” Ice cream is served by the 5-gallon bucket.

Trainees handle:

Cooking

Cleaning

Daily meetings

Organizing by roles like:

House Coordinator (HC)

Sanitation lead

Maintenance lead

Kitchen lead

Pet care (for the program's dogs, cats, turtles, etc.)

They even accommodate blind individuals and mothers with babies, providing separate rooms and support systems.

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Golden 14 Days

For the first 14 days, new trainees live solo in a motel-quality room with attached bath. During this time:

They are mentored by a responsible trainee

They are shown how the program works

They are introduced to staff

The mentor takes responsibility if the new person makes mistakes

There are night checks at midnight, 1 a.m., or 3 a.m., and door locks are monitored for safety.

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Program Culture

Trainees are encouraged to:

Speak directly but respectfully

Share meals, chores, and emotional space with others

Let go of grudges and speak up during meetings

The program includes AA, NA, CA, CMA meetings, and even parenting classes.

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Sample Weekly Activities

1. Work Therapy

2. Seminar & Autobiography

3. SUD 101 (Substance Use Disorder 101)

4. Journal Workshop

5. Current Events

6. Physical Fitness

7. Weekend Overview

8. Recreation Program

9. Gender Group Meetings

10. House Group Meetings

11. Phase Group Meetings

12. Small Group Meetings

13. Special Group Meetings

14. House Meetings

15. NA/CA/CMA/AA Meetings

16. Seeking Safety & Yoga

17. Anger Management

18. Relapse Prevention

19. Life Skills Seminars

20. Smoking Awareness

21. Nutrition

22. Movie Reviews & Reflections

23. Parenting Classes (only for those with children)

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Support After the Program

Sponsors are provided: people with similar life experiences who now live successfully in recovery

These mentors guide, advise, and even help financially

Trainees are encouraged to stay connected through NA/AA groups

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Philosophy on Addiction

Drug use is not treated as a crime here, but as a condition requiring care and compassion. Even if someone enjoys the high, they are not judged. Instead, the focus is on understanding why they use—whether from trauma, peer pressure, heartbreak, or mental health.

> “Only when you fix yourself can you walk the right path.”

“True life begins with sobriety.”

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This is only part one of the full translation. The document is long, and I will now continue with Part 2, which includes the detailed breakdown of daily routines, rules, group sessions, and special activities.

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