Kinkaid Private Care detox nursing services provide a safe, secure detox and withdrawal within the comfort of home. Going through detox in your own home allows for a higher level of privacy with much less stress.
Physician-guided home detox provides expert medical oversight from the earliest symptoms until the final phase of withdrawal. For individuals who prefer to undergo detox privately versus at a facility with others, home detox is an excellent option.
While it may be tempting to stop using the substance cold turkey on your own, that approach is never advisable. There are risks involved in the withdrawal process, especially for those with a history of long-term substance abuse. Also, some substances, such as alcohol and benzodiazepines, pose unique health risks during detox.
With a medically supervised home detox, a private nurse is assigned to provide the needed medical support throughout withdrawal. The detox nurse works under the guidance of a board certified physician who specializes in addiction medicine. Thus, the detox nurse is able to administer the appropriate medications as withdrawal symptoms emerge and intensify.
The following is a list of services which we provide in home:
Detoxification is the first step in the substance abuse recovery process and involves the physiological removal of toxic substances, such as drugs or alcohol, from the human body. Detox is required for any substance to which you have become physically addicted, such as alcohol, methamphetamine, cocaine, opiates, or more.
Detox comes with a variety of withdrawal symptoms that vary depending on the individual, the substance to which you are addicted, and the level of your addiction. See below for the types of addiction we treat, along with more information about the withdrawal symptoms for each.
The following is a list of the substances for which we provide in home detox services. Click on each icon below for a link to an article about that substance’s detox process and symptoms you can expect.
including Ativan, Xanax, and Valium
including OxyContin, Vicodin, Percocet, and Heroin
We use an integrated team approach for our in-home detox program to ensure your safe and effective recovery. Our team consists of the following:
Our team is led by a board-certified physician and addiction specialist with more than 20 years of expertise in the field.
Our team of highly qualified detox nurses provide premium care and remain with you throughout your detox process. Also, because you are receiving your care at home, our nurses observe and monitor any potential family interactions and/or home triggers that may hinder your recovery process. They then recommend customized solutions to these issues if need be.
Depending on your situation, your care team may include a behavioral therapist to perform some preliminary evaluation and counseling as needed. Our behavioral therapists have extensive experience in the field of addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions and can help you and your loved ones during your recovery process.
Our aftercare specialist helps direct you toward your next phase of treatment once your detox process is complete. Remember, detox is only the first step in your recovery.
Kinkaid Private Care has a pristine reputation for providing top-notch detox services. People who have discovered the home detox option are spreading the word about the many benefits they personally experienced. Consider the many advantages of the home detox option:
Kinkaid Private Care home detox is a doctor-led program that provides detox and withdrawal services for a broad range of substance use disorders. The skilled detox team has the training and expertise to safely manage withdrawal for the following substances:
The home provides the perfect setting for undergoing the detox and withdrawal phase of your recovery journey. Not only will you receive highly customized nursing care and withdrawal support, but you feel more secure at home.
Prior to starting the detox, the doctor conducts an evaluation of your substance use history, your physical and mental health. This informs the detox team the severity of symptoms they are likely to expect as you progress through detox. With this knowledge, the detox nurse is prepared to provide personalized care.
After your assessment by the Kinkaid doctor or clinical team you’ll be advised about what to expect during the home detox. At the outset, the physician will advise you to remove all substances from the home that could trigger a relapse.
Depending on your specific substance use disorder, the nurse begins administering the appropriate medications as needed. While each substance has a unique withdrawal profile, there are some common symptoms. These include nausea, vomiting, irritability, shaking, sweating, and sleep issues.
It is also very common for the patient to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, or even psychosis during withdrawal. The home detox nurse is trained to provide support for mental health symptoms as they arise.
Your withdrawal symptoms and vital signs are closely observed from start to finish. These observations are relayed to the physician who oversees the home detox. He will approve medications to help reduce any pain or discomfort, as well as medications that can reduce cravings. The doctor will order emergency medical services if warranted, such as the emergence of delirium tremens.
While there is no set detox timeline, there are three predictable stages of substance withdrawal. These include:
Early symptoms. The first symptoms begin to emerge within 6-24 hours after the last dose or drink. This stage lasts 1-2 days and often includes nausea, vomiting, sweating, shaking, muscle aches, and headache, and irritability.
Acute symptoms. During the acute stage, the withdrawal symptoms will peak. This stage varies based on which substance is involved and the severity of the substance use disorder. Symptoms may include severe flu-like symptoms, agitation, hallucinations, paranoia, intense cravings, seizures, foggy thinking, and thoughts of suicide. This is the stage, on days 3-4 of alcohol detox, that the delirium tremens may emerge, which is a health emergency.
Resolving symptoms. During the final stage of detox symptoms begin to subside, however some may persist for weeks.
Another feature of the in-home alcohol detox option is the adding holistic therapies to aid comfort and wellbeing during the detox process. These holistic methods can help induce relaxation and reduce stress. Concierge services offered include:
In addition to our ongoing nursing care, we offer various in-home therapies that help reduce detox symptoms by promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and stress reduction. These therapies include:
How you follow up your detox is just as important as the detox itself. And while it may be tempting to stop your recovery process after detox, you need to continue recovering and do so in a way that is comfortable for you. Our nurses will help you create a comprehensive post-detox plan so you can safely and effectively continue your road to recovery. Learn more about our Detox Aftercare Planning here.
Which organ is involved in the detoxification of drugs and alcohol?
The liver is the primary organ responsible for the detoxification of the body. It removes toxins from the bloodstream, metabolizes drugs and alcohol into nontoxic compounds, and carries away waste products.
What does detoxing feel like?
The withdrawal effects of different drugs vary. People often compare the effects of opioid withdrawal to an intense flu; alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal can include tremors, sweats, and hallucinations; and stimulant withdrawal often parallels severe depression and anxiety. Withdrawing from any drug often includes intense drug cravings as well.
Can I Detox in 24 hours?
Detoxification typically takes between 3-7 days. This can vary depending on the quantity of substances taken, the duration of use, and factors such as your age or weight, but a 24-hour detox is extremely unlikely.
Is detoxing from home safe?
Many drugs are unsafe to detox from without the help of medical professionals, including alcohol, benzodiazepines, or barbiturates. But you can detox safely from home with the help of a medical in-home detox team, who can provide targeted medications and treatments to reduce your withdrawal symptoms.
What should I take to detox?
Have available any medications that you’re currently taking, as well as any relevant medical information that may help your provider determine a treatment plan. Wearing comfortable clothing is also advised – as well as having available anything to occupy your time, such as a book or journal.
We believe that every client deserves deliberate, high-quality, and individualized healthcare without compromise. Allow us to be your advocate, peace of mind has remarkable healing power.