B.A.S.E.S. TEEN CENTER

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Teen Center is a big part of the BASES foundation. It is a drug and alcohol free environment where young people can come each weekday afternoon. The Teen Center has a large screen for tv or DVD's, surround sound system, library, two pool tables, ping-pong, foosball, air hockey, basketball, chess, board games, card games, dart board, cable television, movies, video games, concession counter and several computer stations. The Teen Center's open door policy after school has become a favorite of working parents so they know their children are in a safe and supervised environment during the after school hours.

USED BOOK SALE
The Teen Center is also the largest used book outlet in Charlevoix with hours of operation from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10:00 - 5:00 on Fridays. All used books are donated by local community members and are sold for a quarter or dollar depending on soft-cover or hardcover inside the Teen Center. With over 5000 titles, the Teen Center has become a great place for the vacationing family to find a few titles for their free time or for the avid reader to find a new selection of material. The additional income generated helps to maintain the facility. We are now selling used books utilizing the internet. Tory has set up his own used book selling business, Bleuray Books, that he runs from home. By offering the books at "on-line" prices that are comparable with other book sellers, BASES has been able to increase the funds generated from the used book sale by nearly ten times the previous annual amounts. To view the titles that are available for purchase on-line, click here.

RECOVERY HIGH

Now you can easily download the Referral Packet and Information Packet as well as complete an Evaluation Form through our recoveryhigh.org web-site.

ABOUT RECOVERY HIGH (more info in July 2001 newsletter)
The Recovery High Program, started in 1999, is a collaborative program with Charlevoix Probate Court and Boyne City Alternative Education. It provides extensive substance abuse services to young people and their families. This multi-phase program is cost effective with long term options that are grant funded to reduce expenses to Charlevoix County teens and their families. It involves all of the essential components of an adolescent inpatient or residential program including substance abuse services, drug free school setting, social / recreational activities and a supportive, drug free environment.

The need for this service was identified in the early 1990s as local adolescents were sent to programs 150 to 200 miles from home for substance abuse treatment that would frequently limit the family's ability to participate. The out-of-area treatment was expensive, too short, and rarely proved to be an effective intervention for a substance-abusing teenager. BASES was involved in meetings with a number of organizations for several years in hopes of addressing these concerns.

In 1996, the Charlevoix County Task Force for Juvenile Delinquency Prevention was formed and received federal funding to begin the evening Discovery / Recovery Groups two nights per week and the Parent Education & Support Group one night per week. The full Recovery High program was opened in April of 1999 through the cooperative efforts of Boyne City Public Schools, Charlevoix Probate Court and BASES.

BASES INVOLVEMENT

DISCOVERY / RECOVERY GROUPS
The Discovery / Recovery Groups are a service provided for ages 14 to 19 at no charge. The groups are held Sunday, Monday and Wednesday at the Teen Center in Charlevoix. An assessment is encouraged prior to attendance to help determine the most appropriate level of participation in these groups.

RECOVERY SKILLS GROUPS
Another early intervention service provided by BASES involves the Recovery Skills Groups that meet after school. These groups are typically reserved for the young person who shows symptoms of chemical dependency. During these groups, the young people take a very detailed and personal look at their relationships with alcohol and drugs and how their use of chemicals has negatively impacted their lives. The groups also spend a great deal of time working through emotional and cognitive issues related to adolescent chemical dependency by offering a safe and confidential environment for the young person to develop skills necessary to remain drug free. Relapse prevention and education about successful recovery from chemical dependency are also key components of these groups.

LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM
This educational program focuses on skill building for the purpose of reducing a young person's risk factors for substance abuse problems. The program meets twice each week. This is an ideal opportunity for early intervention and education with the teenager who shows some warning signs of problematic behavior.

DRUG TESTING
Drug testing is another service offered as part of the Recovery High program. Drug testing helps to verify that the young person is actually remaining drug free. There is a $15 charge for each drug test that is billed to the family on a monthly basis. If a young person is unable to remain drug free with minimal services and outside intervention, positive drug tests provide the teen and parents with concrete evidence that they need additional help. Our drug testing is available for community members doing tests voluntarily or court ordered. We also have instant tests available and at-home tests available for $15.

CRISIS INTERVENTION
Crisis intervention services are available on a 24-hour basis by leaving a voice message on the BASES answering machine. This 24-hour accessibility is normally utilized by parents in the midst of a family crisis or by teens in need of a supportive voice. Please call 9-1-1 for all emergencies!

PARENT EDUCATION & SUPPORT
These groups meet each Sunday at the Teen Center. The group provides education, awareness and support for parents trying to cope with their teenager's use of chemicals. The parents often develop a healthy support network with other parents and many are able to re-create these networks of support in their own communities.

CHARLEVOIX PROBATE COURT
Probate Court in Charlevoix County coordinates all Recovery High referrals that need foster care. They license and supervise several specially trained foster homes that are able to understand the needs of chemically dependent adolescents. The court liaison participates in weekly treatment team meetings involving the foster parent, BASES staff, school staff and referral sources to track the progress of each individual. Probate Court also provides transportation for teens in phase one of the Recovery High program.

BOYNE CITY SCHOOLS
Another aspect of Recovery High involves Boyne City Schools which works cooperatively with Charlevoix Probate to staff the Great Lakes Academic Center (GLAC) alternative school located in Boyne Falls. GLAC provides assurance that the teens are in a safe and drug free environment. The students receive individualized instruction and are able to accomplish their educational tasks outside the traditional classroom setting while earning high school credits from Boyne City Public Schools.

SERVICES

ASSESSMENTS
The initial point of entry begins with a self-assessment packet and interview with the young person and at least one parent to review the current situation as well as the family history. The cost for an assessment is $100, or $75 for those under twenty-one. The costs for an evaluation for young people are paid by local school districts, referring agencies or family payment.

Substance abuse evaluations for a driver's license appeal hearing with the state of Michigan are $150 due to the additional time needed to complete these services.

REFERRAL SERVICES
If BASES does not offer the services that are needed, we can put people in touch with those agencies who do. We can help direct people to state funded detoxification programs, state funded treatment, program recommendations in Michigan and other agencies or services through the public and private sectors.

OUTPATIENT COUNSELING
Outpatient counseling is a service provided for both adults and teens on an individual basis. There is a $75.00 fee, however, fees may be negotiable in special circumstances.

DRUG TESTING
Drug testing is available for community members doing tests voluntarily, court ordered or for families that would like to test their teens. Tests involve a urine sample and then are sent to a laboratory with results being returned to us in 3-5 days. These are 7 panel tests. We also have instant tests available and at-home test available for $15. Breathalyzer tests are also available. Drug testing is available Sundays from 3:00-6:00, Monday through Thursday from 10:00-6:00 and Fridays from 10:00-5:00.

EDUCATION & AWARENESS PROGRAMS

ZERO TOLERANCE CLASS
This is a three hour class offered to young adults under the age of 21 who have been charged as a minor in possession of alcohol. The cost for this class is $75 and is paid by the participant.

ALCOHOL HIGHWAY SAFETY EDUCATION
This is a three hour class offered to adults who have been charged with drinking and driving. The cost for the class is $95 and is paid by the participant.

INTERVENTION PROGRAM
This is a 10 week program for young adults between the ages of 17-20. The program consists of an assessment, 10 weekly education / intervention group sessions and five drug tests done every other week. The total cost for the program is $150 and is paid by the participant.