Aftercare and the FOY Alumni Community
Finishing treatment is a milestone, and it is also the start of a new chapter. Recovery does not end when a program does, and the weeks and months after discharge are when having support matters most. At FOY Wellness and Recovery, you do not leave the community when you leave the program.
Once a part of FOY, you are always a part of FOY.
Why Aftercare Matters
Treatment gives you tools. Aftercare helps you keep using them in real life. After PHP or IOP, you return to a full routine of work, family, and everyday stress, often without the daily structure and support you had in the program. Ongoing connection can help you stay accountable, notice warning signs early, and remember you are not doing this alone.
Recovery from mental health conditions and substance use is a long-term process for many people. A strong aftercare plan looks different for everyone, and it usually includes several kinds of support working together.
The FOY Alumni Monthly Community Meeting
Our alumni community meets once a month. It is a welcoming space to reconnect, hear from peers, share what is working, and talk openly about what is hard.
What you can expect:
- A supportive, nonjudgmental group of people who understand recovery
- A chance to celebrate milestones and encourage one another
- Connection with FOY staff and fellow alumni
This meeting is a community gathering. It is not a substitute for therapy, medical care, or a recovery program such as 12-step or other mutual-support groups, and it is not an emergency service.
Your Aftercare Plan
Aftercare planning begins before you finish treatment. As you step down from PHP to IOP and prepare for discharge, your clinical team works with you on a plan that fits your life. Depending on your needs, a plan may include:
- Continued therapy. Weekly individual therapy with a provider near your home, or continued sessions with a trusted clinician.
- Mutual-support groups. Peer groups such as 12-step meetings, SMART Recovery, or other community supports that match your values.
- Healthy routines. Sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindfulness practices you began in treatment, such as yoga, breathwork, or meditation.
- Family and relationship support. Involving loved ones where appropriate, with your consent.
- The FOY Alummi community. Monthly connection with people who have walked a similar path.
Staying Connected Between Meetings
Recovery has ups and downs, and you do not need to wait for a meeting if you need help.
- Call our team at (805) 659-8429 during business hours.
- Follow FOY Wellness and Recovery and FOY Life on social media for community updates.
- In a crisis, call or text 988, or call 911. If you are at risk of relapse and need to talk, contact your therapist, sponsor, or a trusted person right away.
If You Are Struggling After Treatment
Setbacks can happen, and they do not erase your progress. If you notice old patterns returning, you can reach out for support at any time. If you need a higher level of care again, our team can help you evaluate your options. Returning to treatment is a sign of commitment to your recovery, not failure.
Insurance and Returning to Treatment
If you or someone you love needs PHP or IOP, FOY is in-network with Blue Shield, Cigna, and TRICARE through TriWest, and we work with out-of-network PPO plans including Anthem, Aetna, Multiplan, HMC HealthWorks, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We verify your benefits at no cost.
FAQ
What is the FOY Life community?
FOY Life is the alumni community for people who have been through treatment at FOY Wellness and Recovery. It offers ongoing connection, support, and a place to share your recovery journey.
How often does the community meet?
Once a month.
What if I relapse or feel I am slipping?
Reach out as early as you can. Setbacks are common in recovery, and support is available. Contact your therapist, a trusted person, or our team, and if you need more care, we can help you explore options.
Can I come back to treatment if I need to?
Call (805) 659-8429 and we will talk through your needs and verify your insurance benefits.
How do I join the next meeting?
Call (805) 659-8429 or use the contact page.