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Programs & Services Internship ProgramWestview's internship program gives undergraduate and graduate level students experience in the field of treatment. This program offers opportunities for students from technical schools, four year colleges, and graduate programs to receive supervision and instruction in areas ranging from administrative activities to intervention and treatment programs. The West View (temporarily suspended)Westview's agency newsletter, The West View, provides information about agency programs and events as well as educational material regarding substance abuse and mental health issues. The newsletter is published quarterly to a circulation of approximately 450 agencies, organizations, and friends of Westview. The Gift of TreatmentWestview provides the opportunity for private giving through the Gift of Treatment. For more information, go to The Gift of Treatment . Newberry Inter-Agency CouncilThe Newberry Inter-Agency Council (IAC) was established by Westview in July, 1991 to plan, develop, and coordinate the programmatic and resource development of the community on an ongoing basis and to help ensure that human services are planned and implemented to better serve the citizens of Newberry County. The Council seeks to engage in positive and collaborative problem-solving by:
Financial Assessments - Determination of a client's inability to pay for services or client indigence will be determined by a financial assessment. Fees charged shall be based on a uniform financial assessment procedure applied to all clients to determine ability to pay and to identify indigence. However, services shall not be denied if the client fails to pay designated fee.Residential ServicesDetoxification ProgramThe detoxification program, a licensed residential center, offers non-medical/social/psychological detoxification. Clients are closely monitored to ensure that complications are identified and treated effectively. Persons can be admitted during any stage of withdrawal. A South Carolina licensed health care administrator maintains overall program oversight. Treatment services are supervised by Licensed Master of Social Work and managed by a Certified Addiction Counselor II, who supervises an eight-member team of residential assistants. Medicaid/Medicare ProgramWestview provides detoxification, residential treatment, and outpatient services to individuals currently receiving benefits through medicaid/medicare and to individuals who are potential recipients. Ministerial ProgramWestview residents are provided spiritual growth through the Interfaith Community Service Program, in which local pastors/ministers participate in weekly services. Residential Treatment ProgramThe residential treatment program, a licensed therapeutic community offering a treatment program for clients who have completed a detoxification program, provides both group, individual, and family counseling, plus recreational activities. Prevention ServicesA Seed of PreventionEach month Westview writes a monthly article for our local newspaper "The Newberry Observer" called "Seeds of Prevention" These articles are used to increase community awareness about new alcohol and drug trends that are affecting youth. Alcohol and Drug Awareness MonthDuring the month of April, Westview implements special programs to educate, entertain, and involve the community in prevention activities. Parenting ProgramsWestview provides parenting programs throughout the community. These programs contain video, lecture, and family interaction components. The programs teach parents to identify risk factors associated with teenage drug abuse and to practice skills which will promote family bonding and thereby reduce negative risks. Specific programs include Families and Schools Together, Preparing for the Drug Free Years, and Parent to Parent. Red Ribbon CampaignEach October, Westview coordinates the Newberry Red Ribbon Campaign with a comprehensive, week-long series of events. The agency implements a variety of programs focusing on community awareness of alcohol and drug problems. Public Speaking and PresentationsWestview's department of special programs provides public speaking lectures and presentations on a variety of the issues targeted by the agency. Contact the agency at (803) 276-5690 to arrange for a speaker to address your organization. Project ALERTWestview implements a youth education program that targetrs Middle School youth. Westview recognizes this is the age when youth are experiencing identity confusion and are easily persuaded to participate in high risk behaviors that can cause them life-long problems. "Project ALERT" gives youth the toos needed to recognise social pressures. Merchant EducationPalmetto Retailers Education Progtam (PREP) is merchant education program approved by the S.C. Department of Revenue and S.C. Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services. PREP is a short course that helps reduce underage access to alcohol and tobacco products in Newberry County. This curriculum provides managers and servers/sellers with the knowledge and skills to comply with state laws as they relate to alcohol and tobacco sales. The curriculum gives merchants the tools needed to establish alcohol and tobacco policies, in order to avoid the potential consequences of failing to comply with those policies. Alcohol Education Program (AEP)The AEP program is a prevention education program designed for youth who are in violation of minor first-time alcohol and drug offenses. Westview uses the Prime for Life (PRI) curriculum. PRI is a risk reduction program. The first goal of the program is to help each participant in the program reduce risk for any type of alcohol or drug problem. The second goal focuses on self-assessment to help people understand and accept the need to make changes to protect the things most valuable in their lives. South Carolina Tobacco Education Program (TEP)The TEP program is offered as an alternative to students who face suspension for violation of a school tobacco-use policy or who break the South Carolina tobacco statute which states: It is unlawful for a minor under the age of 18 to purchase, possess, or attempt to purchase, tobacco products and /or to present false proof of age in order to purchase a tobacco product. Alcohol and Tobacco Compliance ChecksAlcohol and tobacco compliance checks are environmental strategies proven to reduce youth access to alcohol and tobacco products. Treatment ServicesAddictions Treatment Unit (ATU)Through an agreement between Westview and the SC Department of Probation, Pardon, and Parole, Westview provides aftercare services to graduates of the ATU at the Department of Corrections. These services are limited to one (1) assessment and two (2) hours of group counseling per week for three (3) months. If any client needs additional services, an extension of up to three (3) months may be approved. Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP)The South Carolina ADSAP program, an eight week program mandated by Sections 56-5-2990 and 56-1-1330 of the SC Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, is a statewide education and intervention program designed for persons convicted of driving under the influence. ADSAP services are certified by the SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Offering direct support to employers in identifying, referring, and following through in treatment recommendations, the EAP serves to assist employees in dealing with problems which interfere with their jobs. The EAP services include assessment and evaluation, direct intervention, case management, referral, and follow-up in all areas. The programs are tailored to meet the needs of the employer as determined through consultation. EAPs can be effective, cost-saving benefits to employer and employee alike, reducing turnover and increasing morale. Federal Probation and Parole/Pretrial Intervention ProgramWestview offers federal clients an opportunity to receive treatment services (inpatient and outpatient) in a controlled, structured environment to individuals identified as needing AOD services. In addition, Westview provides urinalysis for individuals under this program. Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)Westview provides an IOP which operates from 9:30 a.m. until noon, 3 days per week. The open-ended groups allow entrance into the program at any point. Treatment is designed so that clients can meet their goals and exit treatment at any point, as well. The program allows differing levels of treatment intensity through a combination of program components:
Interagency Treatment TeamWestview participates in a quarterly meeting of representatives from local, state, county, and private agencies to discuss issues relevant to the delivery of clinical services in Newberry. This also provides a forum for an interdisciplinary approach to staffing special and/or difficult cases. Offender-Based Intervention Program (OBI)Westview coordinates services with the local Probation, Pardon, and Parole agency, local judges, and magistrates to provide programs to treat the specialized needs this population presents. Outpatient ProgramWestview offers a variety of services to individuals, couples, and families experiencing behavioral, adjustment, marriage, family, and/or alcohol and drug abuse problems. Student Assistance ServicesWestview's student assistance services take a holistic approach to treatment. We address a variety of behavioral issues through observation, structured activities, and group and family counseling sessions. For more information, contact Westview at (803) 276-5690. Administrative Services
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