Residential
1727 Baker St, Bakersfield, CA, 93305
Bakersfield Recovery Services – Capistrano Community provides comprehensive addiction treatment for women, including support for their children. This 12-Step-based residential program emphasizes accountability, structure, and strong family values, offering a safe, drug- and alcohol-free home-like environment with amenities such as play areas, fenced yard, communal kitchen, patio, fireplace, and laundry facilities. Residents actively participate in household chores, meal planning, and home economics, fostering responsibility and life skills.
Daily schedules include classes and group sessions covering addiction education, relapse prevention, coping skills, parenting, healthy relationships, communication, anger management, self-esteem, and life skills training. The program focuses on the first four steps of the 12-Step recovery process, with daily meetings and sponsor support. Transportation is provided for medical appointments, counseling, CPS meetings, schooling, 12-Step events, and child visits. Recreational activities and outings include trips to beaches, amusement parks, theaters, and local events. Abstinence is monitored through regular and randomized testing, with sober living options in nearby homes.
Capistrano Community emphasizes family involvement and reunification, allowing children to live with mothers when possible and hosting weekly family nights. Phone privileges, escorted outings, and weekend passes are gradually granted based on progress. Average residential stay ranges from 6 weeks to 4 months, providing women with personalized care, holistic recovery, and the tools to rebuild their lives and maintain long-term sobriety.