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[ethercat]

SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, lists narconon on their Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator. 

These narconon locations are listed:

• Narconon of Southern California
• Narconon of Southern California Narconon San Diego
• Narconon Vista Bay
• Narconon Florida Inc
• Narconon Gulf Coast Inc
• Narconon Georgia/Atlanta
• Narconon of Oklahoma Inc Narconon Arrowhead

From the FAQ:
What are the requirements for being included in the Locator?
The Locator includes facilities that:
   • are included on SAMHSA's Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS); and
   • are approved by the State Alcohol and Drug Abuse authority as a substance abuse treatment facility; and
   • have responded to the most recent annual National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (conducted annually beginning in March).

My facility is not listed. How do I get included in the Locator?
You must take several steps to be included in the Locator:
   • Request a registration form from the Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS) Project Office (aliciaM@smdi.com). Submit the registration form by fax or mail to the address/telephone number on the form.
   • THE I-SATS Project Office will add your facility to the I-SATS database and provide you with the name, address, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address for the I-SATS representative for your State.
   • Contact your I-SATS State representative and provide him/her with the information for your facility. The I-SATS State representative will contact the Project Office with the status of your facility's approval.
   • Respond to the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS) survey, conducted annually beginning in March. You will receive the survey automatically once your facility has been added to the I-SATS database. Your replies to the survey provide the additional information we need to include your facility in the Locator.

This locator, since it is operated by the US GOVERNMENT, can be seen as an authoritative list, and even saavy people looking for a treatment center could not be criticized if they took the word of SAMHSA for a credible treatment center. 

We need to get narconon off the list!  Does anyone have ideas on how to approach this task?

[Stutroup]

I think the first step would be compiling which information best disproves Narconon's claim as what it is.  But in stead of any hear-say whatsoever, we can only use what is documented.  Since I haven't seen any documents stating the requirement of their students to make a success story video, I don't think I'd add that to a letter.

The second step, of course, would be writing the letters.  It would be vital to send as many as possible, hopefully not all citing the exact same sources.  Better, however, would be hard copies of these documents, if possible.

I think I'd include things about Niacin and its dangers, reports of heat injuries and deaths from the saunas, comparisons of the TRs with the narconon classes, etc.  Of course, I'dd toss in a few Hubbard and possibly DM quotes if possible, exposing the non-secularity of narconon; but since I can assume there are Christian and perhaps other religious groups' help centers on the list, it is imperative not to make it a religious debate, but an exposure of lies and fraud.

[Leonato]

     I think getting them de-listed from SAMHSA and the state agencies that do the same work, is a great project. Here's an idea: many of the Narconon websites (under the pseudonym, "drugrehab.org") in the past have tried to imply that they have some sort of affiliation with, or approval, of state governments. They would place a seal on the website with the words, "...Seal of the State of..." The image inside the seal is NOT the official image from the seal of the state, but the wording around the seal implies that it's the seal of the state. I was involved in getting the  State of New Mexico to demand the removal of one of of these 'seals' from a Narconon site that said "Seal of the State of New Mexico." I noticed that once that domain holder removed the seal, that many of the other Narconon sites removed their "...State of..." seals as well, but I think there are still a few out there. So, here's my idea. When we catch Narconon fraudulently implying that they have affiliation with, or approval of a state government, when they really don't, we should document it carefully, and send the info the state and federal offices that list drug rehab facilities, asking that they not list them because of this fraudulent behavior. I still have my documentation from the incident with New Mexico.
     One thing we need to find out from SAMSHA is this: is it possible to challenge a listing? They may already have a process for opposing the listing of a particular group. If not, we can still write to them complaining about a particular group and asking them not list that group.
    Anyway, just some thoughts for discussion. Tonight I took a look at "drugrehab.org" and it looks like they have dramatically redone their websites, without the state seals, but still leading to Narconon programs.

[mefree]

Great information about your experience w/ State of New Mexico.

I agree with your approach.

[mefree]

Those requirements don't appear too difficult to meet:

From the FAQ:
What are the requirements for being included in the Locator?
The Locator includes facilities that:
   • are included on SAMHSA's Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS); and
   • are approved by the State Alcohol and Drug Abuse authority as a substance abuse treatment facility; and
   • have responded to the most recent annual National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (conducted annually beginning in March).

[ethercat]

    I think getting them de-listed from SAMHSA and the state agencies that do the same work, is a great project. Here's an idea: many of the Narconon websites (under the pseudonym, "drugrehab.org") in the past have tried to imply that they have some sort of affiliation with, or approval, of state governments. They would place a seal on the website with the words, "...Seal of the State of..." The image inside the seal is NOT the official image from the seal of the state, but the wording around the seal implies that it's the seal of the state. I was involved in getting the  State of New Mexico to demand the removal of one of of these 'seals' from a Narconon site that said "Seal of the State of New Mexico." I noticed that once that domain holder removed the seal, that many of the other Narconon sites removed their "...State of..." seals as well, but I think there are still a few out there. So, here's my idea. When we catch Narconon fraudulently implying that they have affiliation with, or approval of a state government, when they really don't, we should document it carefully, and send the info the state and federal offices that list drug rehab facilities, asking that they not list them because of this fraudulent behavior. I still have my documentation from the incident with New Mexico.
     One thing we need to find out from SAMSHA is this: is it possible to challenge a listing? They may already have a process for opposing the listing of a particular group. If not, we can still write to them complaining about a particular group and asking them not list that group.
    Anyway, just some thoughts for discussion. Tonight I took a look at "drugrehab.org" and it looks like they have dramatically redone their websites, without the state seals, but still leading to Narconon programs.

There are a whole mess of sites that all lead back to narconon.  Some of them pretend to be unbiased referral sites.  There are some posts around here somewhere about the web site scam.

I remember when the state seal issue came up - y'all did some good work on that.  I'll be on the lookout, and let you know if I see any. 

[ethercat]

I think the first step would be compiling which information best disproves Narconon's claim as what it is.  But in stead of any hear-say whatsoever, we can only use what is documented.  Since I haven't seen any documents stating the requirement of their students to make a success story video, I don't think I'd add that to a letter.

The second step, of course, would be writing the letters.  It would be vital to send as many as possible, hopefully not all citing the exact same sources.  Better, however, would be hard copies of these documents, if possible.

I think I'd include things about Niacin and its dangers, reports of heat injuries and deaths from the saunas, comparisons of the TRs with the narconon classes, etc.  Of course, I'dd toss in a few Hubbard and possibly DM quotes if possible, exposing the non-secularity of narconon; but since I can assume there are Christian and perhaps other religious groups' help centers on the list, it is imperative not to make it a religious debate, but an exposure of lies and fraud.

It would be nice to have some info packets that we just keep for these occasions, or maybe one master packet that we can pull out what isn't appropriate for everything, and have them ready to send quickly when we come across these kinds of things. 

I think the best info to send to govt. agencies may be documentation about the methods narconon uses - the overdoses of vitamins, and the lack of any traditional detox treatment, and the health dangers that presents, and forget about any religious (or "religious" arguements) since I think it's ok if a religious group runs a detox.  I believe it's only if they get govt. money that it matters if they're religious or not. 

But then on the other hand, if we let them know it's a "religious" organization too, that may keep the agencies from giving govt. money in the future, and stop us from having to point it out later.   (work smarter, not harder?)

[Lorelei]

If we want to seriously attack this, we need a firm gameplan. The first step is verifying that SAMHSA still lists them, and whether it meets their requirements, etc.

[mefree]

SAMSHA still lists them on their website. Their requirements do not appear to be too stiff.

http://www.samhsa.gov/
http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/about.htm

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is pleased to provide this on-line resource for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs. The Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator lists:

    * Private and public facilities that are licensed, certified, or otherwise approved for inclusion by their State substance abuse agency

    * Treatment facilities administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Indian Health Service and the Department of Defense.

[ethercat]

SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, lists narconon on their Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator. 

These narconon locations are listed:

• Narconon of Southern California
• Narconon of Southern California Narconon San Diego
• Narconon Vista Bay
• Narconon Florida Inc
• Narconon Gulf Coast Inc
• Narconon Georgia/Atlanta
• Narconon of Oklahoma Inc Narconon Arrowhead

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We need to get narconon off the list!  Does anyone have ideas on how to approach this task?

Another narconon has been added to the list since this was last discussed:

• Narconon Louisiana New Life Retreat Inc

 

Query here for future searches: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ufds/locfname

[wynot]

Found at http://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/advisories/1008180803.aspx.

Contact Media Services: (240) 276-2130


Date: 8/18/2010 12:05 AM
Media Contact: SAMHSA Press Office
Telephone: 240-276-2130

SAMHSA Announces FY 2011 Guidance for Submission of National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP)

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today provided guidance for those interested in submitting programs and practices to its National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP). The notice is published in the August 18, 2010 Federal Register.
NREPP is a voluntary rating and classification system designed to provide the public with reliable information on the scientific basis and practicality of interventions that prevent and/or treat mental and substance use disorders. Under NREPP, minimum review criteria require that interventions must: be evaluated using an experimental or quasi-experimental study design; demonstrate one or more positive change outcomes in mental health and/or substance use among individuals, communities or populations; have results that are published in a peer-reviewed publication or documented in a comprehensive evaluation report; and provide documentation, such as manuals, guides, or training materials, to facilitate broader public dissemination of the intervention.

Interested parties can review the complete Federal Register notice by going to the National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices web page on the SAMHSA home page at http://www.nrepp.samhsa.gov/.
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This might be a starting point. You all know Narconon cannot withstand even the slightest bit of scientific study; from it's pseudo-medical premises for treatment, to the actual practice of (mostly) non-treatment, it is absolutely phony.

'til next time;
wynot

[ethercat]

Interesting find, wynot! 

I wonder if the National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP) will replacing the list the narconons are currently, or supplementing it, or is it about interventions only and not about treatment programs.

Their glossary defines intervention as follows:

Intervention
    A strategy or approach intended to prevent an undesirable outcome (preventive intervention), promote a desirable outcome (promotion intervention) or alter the course of an existing condition (treatment intervention).

[Mary_McConnell]

 I have some additional info about how facilities get on thw SAMHA directory. I obtained this after finding the Narconon/Criminon program SBDC New Life San Francisco group on the list when it is not even licensed by the state. Despite my calls, I was unable to get it removed at the time but they have since been de-listed! I cannot find them anywhere on the site.

Here is what was there :
 
name1   name2   mail_street1   mail_street2   mail_city   mail_state   mail_zip   mail_zip4   location_street1   location_street2   location_city   location_state   location_zip   location_zip4   phone   intake1   intake2   hotline1   hotline2   website   sa   mh   mhsa   gh   tx   dt   mm   dm   hh   bu   op   ph   rs   rl   hi   ad   co   hv   gl   se   pw   wn   bc   mn   du   cj   ah   nx   sp   fx   md   si   mc   pi   mi   sf   ar   ss   pa   services_text1   services_text2   services_text3   services_text4   services_text5   services_text6   services_text7
"SBDC New Life Center"   ""   "1080 Folsom Street"   ""   "San Francisco"   "CA"   "94103"   ""   "1080 Folsom Street"   ""   "San Francisco"   "CA"   "94103"   ""   "(415) 255-7434"   "(877) 300-7044x1"   "(415) 255-7434x1"   ""   ""   "www.newlifecentersf.org"   "X"   ""   ""   ""   "X"   ""   ""   ""   "X"   ""   ""   ""   ""   "X"   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   ""   "X"   ""   "X"   ""   ""   ""   "Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services"   "Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment, Halfway house"   "Type of Care: Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)"   ""   "Forms of Payment Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance"   ""   ""

http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ufds/listsearch_00.download?format=text&separator=tab&seq_num=599166

Now the link is empty of their data.

The following are my notes on what I found, who is who etc, which may be of assistance to  anyone trying to get a Narconon off the list.

 
Treatment facilities not approved by State substance abuse agencies

This group of facilities (about 4,000 in 2007) represents the SAMHSA effort since the mid 1990s to make I-SATS as comprehensive as possible by including treatment facilities that State substance abuse agencies, for a variety of reasons, do not fund, license, or certify. Many of these facilities are private for-profit, small group practices, or hospital-based programs. Most of them are identified through periodic screening of alternative source databases. (See Special efforts to improve survey coverage below.) State substance abuse agencies are given the opportunity to review these facilities and to add them to the State agency-approved list, if appropriate.

http://www.oas.samhsa.gov/nssats2k7/NSSATS2k7AppA.htm#not_app

I-SATS END-OF-MONTH STATUS REPORT

FACILITY COUNTS AS OF: 31-MAR-09

This report presents end-of-month counts for the I-SATS (Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services) both State Approved and Non-State Approved facilities.

State Approved- State Approved includes those substance abuse facilities that are recognized by their respective State substance abuse agencies.

Non-State Approved- Non-State Approved facilities are those substance abuse facilities that are not recognized by their respective State substance abuse agencies.

http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/www_home/isats_monthly.status
http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis2/isatsonline.htm

I called 1877-517-3329 to find out how a facility gets on the SSATS list when they are not licensed. I will get a call back.

Got call back within hour. Told to call Peggy Bean 916-322-0495 or Rosemary Hill 916-327-1747 I found out that Ms Bean works in a completely different area with prenals care but she was kind enough to get me the name of Tom Lee at 916-324-5053, who I called and he said he will get the contact info for me as the person in charge of that retired, lol! I will get a call back from them. 4/1/2009 Mr Lee left message that the woman n charge of the SSATS now is Phillis Soresi ( soreesi)
Her # is 916-324-1429 email psoresi@adp.ca.gov

I spoke with SAMSHA Office of Applied studies Office of Applied Studies  240-276-1250   ansd was put through to Debra Trumzo, who took the report and is sending it to the contractor Synectics for SSATS and will contact ISATS Ms Soresi to get them off the list 2007 National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment also for Soresi psoresitam@adp.ca.gov but her name was Phillis Soresi-Tam in 199 at least Phillis Soresi-Tam, Project Secretary.

I saw this here:
N-SSATS Contacts by State
CA, Phillis, Soresi, (916) 327-5571
State: CA
First Name: Phillis
Last Name: Soresi
Street: 1700 K Street
Department: Dept of Alcohol and Drug Programs
City: Sacramento
Zip Code: 958144037
Phone Number: (916) 327-5571 
Internet Address: psoresitam@adp.ca.gov
http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis/UFDSCON$CON.FormView?P_CON_ID=60532

Previously she was at Department of Managed Health Care she saw to accomodations dore disabilities and also was working for Office of Legal Services Phillis Soresi was a Staff Service Analyst, 

OK got verification that CA state did not put this company on the list. It got there some other way. She gave me a number for Francine Manas 916-322-4846  regarding licensing and crtification but I keep getting her voicemail saying she is in a different division.
Will be speaking to Narconon victim CC tomorrow. 4/7/09 so she can file complaint

SSATS:
These are questions frequently asked by Facility Locator users. If you do not find the questions you have below send us an email with your question.
Questions about Treatment
Where can a person with no money and no insurance get treatment?

What can be done for a family member who needs treatment but refuses to get it or leaves treatment before it is completed?

What facilities accept court-ordered clients?

How can I find a facility that specializes in treating abuse of a particular drug (e.g., cocaine, inhalants, etc.)?

Can you recommend a particular treatment program in my area?

 
Using the Locator
   
 •   How can I get a list of all the facilities in my city/State/area that offer a particular service?
   
 •   I don't want to restrict my search for the right treatment facility to those closest to me. How can the Locator help me find facilities that have the characteristics I want, no matter where they are?

 
Questions from Facility Operators
   
 •   The information shown for my facility is incorrect or has changed. How do I get it corrected?
   
 •   What are the requirements for being included in the Locator?
   
 •   My facility is not listed. How do I get included in the Locator?


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Questions about Treatment
 
Where can a person with no money and no insurance get treatment?

 
You can use Detailed Search or List Search and check the boxes for "sliding fee scale" and "payment assistance." Then call the facilities to determine their policy.
You can, contact your "State Substance Abuse Agency". You may also call one of the Referral Helplines operated by SAMHSA's Center for Substance Abuse Treatment:
 

   
 •   1-800-662-HELP
   
 •   1-800-662-9832 (Español)
   
 •   1-800-228-0427 (TDD)
 
 
What can be done for a family member who needs treatment but refuses to get it or leaves treatment before it is completed?
 
 •   If person is 18 or over, he/she cannot be compelled to get treatment unless it is court-ordered, usually as part of a sentence. 
 
What facilities accept court-ordered clients?
 
 •   For advice, contact your "State Substance Abuse Agency" or local criminal justice system. You can also call some of the facilities in your area and ask.
 
How can I find a facility that specializes in treating abuse of a particular drug (e.g., cocaine, inhalants, etc.)?

 •   Most of the facilities listed in the Locator are capable of treating any substance abuse problem. To make certain, you can call a particular facility and ask. Facilities that offer methadone generally have a program for the treatment of heroin addiction.
 
Can you recommend a particular treatment program in my area?
 
 •   We are not a treatment referral agency and cannot make specific recommendations or endorsements of individual treatment facilities or types of treatment. All of the facilities listed in the Locator are licensed, certified or otherwise approved for inclusion by their State's substance abuse treatment authority. To make certain that a facility identified by the Locator meets your particular needs, call the facility directly.

Using the Locator
 
How can I get a list of all the facilities in my city/State/area that offer a particular service?
 
 •   Quick Search and Detailed Search will show you the facilities closest to you, in groups of ten, starting with the ten closest. List Search will list all of the facilities that meet your search specifications in a city, State, county, zip code, group of States, or group of zip codes or you can search for a facility by name or part of a name.
 
I don't want to restrict my search for the right treatment facility to those closest to me. How can the Locator help me find facilities that have the characteristics I want, no matter where they are? 
 
 •   We suggest you use the List Search feature. List Search will list all of the facilities that meet your search specifications in a city, State, county, zip code, group of States, or group of zip codes or you can search for a facility by name or part of name.
 
Questions from Facility Operators
 
 
The information shown for my facility is incorrect or has changed. How do I get it corrected?

   
 •   Send an e-mail (aliciaM@smdi.com) to the Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS). Include:
   
 •   Incorrect/outdated information
   
 •   Corrected/updated information
   
 •   Effective date of the change
 
   
 
What are the requirements for being included in the Locator?

   
 •   The Locator includes facilities that:
   
 •   are included on SAMHSA's Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS); and
   
 •   are approved by the State Alcohol and Drug Abuse authority as a substance abuse treatment facility; and 
   
 •   have responded to the most recent annual National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (conducted annually beginning in March).

My facility is not listed. How do I get included in the Locator?

 •   You must take several steps to be included in the Locator:
   
 •   Request a registration form from the Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS) Project Office (aliciaM@smdi.com). Submit the registration form by fax or mail to the address/telephone number on the form.
   
 •   THE I-SATS Project Office will add your facility to the I-SATS database and provide you with the name, address, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address for the I-SATS representative for your State.
   
 •   Contact your I-SATS State representative and provide him/her with the information for your facility. The I-SATS State representative will contact the Project Office with the status of your facility's approval.
   
 •   Respond to the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS) survey, conducted annually beginning in March. You will receive the survey automatically once your facility has been added to the I-SATS database. Your replies to the survey provide the additional information we need to include your facility in the Locator.
 http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/faq.htm#requirements

What is the I-SATS?

The I-SATS (Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services) is an electronic national
inventory of substance abuse treatment facilities maintained by the Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in cooperation with the States. It contains all
facilities known to SAMHSA, including facilities that have been "approved1" by their State's
substance abuse agency as well as facilities that are not “State-approved.” The I-SATS is the
foundation of the Drug Abuse Services Information System (DASIS), serving as the basis for
other DASIS components1. The I-SATS contains basic information on each facility such as
name and location address, mailing address, telephone number, director name, and general
services offered. Keeping the I-SATS current, accurate and complete is of critical importance to
the DASIS programs.
How is the I-SATS Kept Up-to-date?
Keeping the I-SATS current, accurate and complete requires an intensive cooperative effort by  State, SAMHSA and Synectics personnel1. Information on new facilities, closed facilities and changes in facility data is provided primarily by State substance abuse agencies, but also comes from individual facilities and the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (NSSATS).

Synectics continuously receives information to update the I-SATS by mail, telephone,fax, email, and through the I-SATS On-line. The primary method used by State substance abuse agencies to update the I-SATS is the I-SATS On-line.
http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis2/manuals/isats_instruction.pdf


DASIS State Contacts California
1. State Agency Director Renee Zito Director
2. State DASIS Data Plan Manager Wesley Higashi Manager
3. National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS) Phillis Soresi N-SSATS Contact
4. Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Wesley Higashi Manager
6. DASIS MIS Contact Yue Kang Programmer
6. DASIS MIS Contact Karen DeVoe Information Systems Analyst

DASIS State Contacts
3. National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS), Phillis, Soresi, N-SSATS Contact
State Abbrevation (i.e. MD, TX, NY): CA
Contact Type: 3. National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS)
Prefix: Ms
First Name: Phillis
Last Name: Soresi
Title: N-SSATS Contact
Street: 1700 K Street
Department: Dept of Alcohol and Drug Programs
City: Sacramento
Zip Code: 95814-4037
Phone Number: (916) 327-5571
Fax Number: (916) 324-1429
Internet Address: psoresitam@adp.ca.gov

http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis/UFDSCON$.Startup

Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS) - The I-SATS is a master list of organized substance abuse treatment programs known to SAMHSA. State substance abuse agencies assist in maintaining the I-SATS by informing SAMHSA of the facilities they license, certify or otherwise recognize. In addition, the I-SATS includes some facilities identified from other sources, mostly hospital-based or private-for-profit substance abuse treatment programs. The I-SATS is used as the list frame for the annual National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS) and as a sampling frame for other special surveys of treatment providers and their clients.
http://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis2/aboutdasis.htm

Dr. Henderson received her doctoral degree in Epidemiology from the School of Hygiene and Public Health, The Johns Hopkins University. Her dissertation was on Readiness to Stop Drug Use: A Stage-of-Change Model in a Population of Current and Former Injection Drug Users.
Leigh Henderson, Ph.D., an Epidemiologist and Senior Analyst, is project director on a major contract for Integrated Data for Substance Abuse Treatment Services for SAMHSA's Drug and Alcohol Services Information System (DASIS). This contract involves collecting, managing, and analyzing the three core DASIS components: the Inventory of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (I-SATS), the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services (N-SSATS), and the Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS). Dr. Henderson has unmatched expertise with DASIS data, having worked with SAMHSA on its development, beginning in 1991, contributing actively to DASIS-related planning meetings, and consulting frequently on its components. Dr. Henderson continues to oversee analysis of data from DASIS, performs analysis on its components, and develops numerous reports. She writes annual reports on TEDS and N-SSATS, and she has oversight for the maintenance of I-SATS, including preparation of the annual National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs and its Web-based counterpart, the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator (http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov).

She writes annual reports on TEDS and N-SSATS, and she has oversight for the maintenance of I-SATS, including preparation of the annual National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs and its Web-based counterpart, the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator (http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov). She is also the Baltimore City representative to the Community Epidemiology Work Group sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
http://www.smdi.com/senior.asp

State AOD Directors
CA, Renee, Zito, (916) 445-1943
State: CA
First Name: Renee
Last Name: Zito
Street: 1700 K Street
Department: Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs
City: Sacramento
Zip Code: 95811
Phone Number: (916) 445-1943 
Internet Address: rzito@adp.ca.gov

SBDC New Life Center
Intake: (877) 300-7044x1 (415) 255-7434x1 1080 Folsom Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

 (415) 255-7434
SA / TX HH / RL / SF PI

www.newlifecentersf.org

California
E-Mail: ResourceCenter@adp.ca.gov


CA substance abuse web site.

 Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs
1700 K Street
Sacramento CA 95811
Phone: 800-879-2772
Fax: 916-323-1270
Field Operations Branch

The Field Operations Branch performs all field work necessary for the licensure and certification (and all related renewal activities and site visits) for Residential and Outpatient AOD services and for Narcotic Treatment Programs.

Field visits include the monitoring of 1,051 adult, non-medical, residential alcoholism or drug abuse recovery or treatment facilities, the voluntary certification of 1,501 nonresidential programs, the Drug Medi-Cal certification of 978 clinics, and certification of group homes licensed by the Department of Social Services that provide AOD treatment services to adolescents.  In addition the field operations unit is responsible for the licensing and field monitoring of 148 narcotic treatment programs (NTPs).

Program Compliance Branch

Program Complaints Unit

The Program Complaints Unit investigates complaints received by the Department regarding licensed or certified programs.  Complaints may be received from program clients, program staff, local governmental agencies, and the general public.
 http://www.adp.ca.gov/About/divisions.shtml#lcd
 

[ethercat]

I have some additional info about how facilities get on thw SAMHA directory. I obtained this after finding the Narconon/Criminon program SBDC New Life San Francisco group on the list when it is not even licensed by the state. Despite my calls, I was unable to get it removed at the time but they have since been de-listed! I cannot find them anywhere on the site.

When I use the link I posted above, I get this:

Your request for facilities named like "SBDC" returned the following 0 facilities:

It probably has been delisted, because they do have to be licensed by their state to be on the list now.  That is fantastic!

Here is what was there :
 
...snip...
"SBDC New Life Center"   ""   "1080 Folsom Street"   ""   "San Francisco"   "CA"   "94103"   ""   "1080 Folsom Street"   ""   "San Francisco"   "CA"   "94103"   ""   "(415) 255-7434"   "(877) 300-7044x1"   "(415) 255-7434x1"   ""   ""   "www.newlifecentersf.org"

whois newlifecentersf.org
NOT FOUND

newlifecentersf.org is not registered anymore.  Is it possible they've changed their name?

There's nothing listed in SAMHSA at that address.  Is it possible they've moved and changed their name?

Oh, they're gone from that address: http://www.unionsquarebid.com/agenda-21-jan-2010.html

NOTICE OF UNION SQUARE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SPECIAL MEETING
CALLED PURSUANT TO CAL. CORP. CODE SECTION 5211(A)(1)
...snip...
10. Action item: Approve sending a letter of support to City Planning for the conditional use authorization of 235 O’Farrell Street to convert from an existing tourist/hotel containing 68 tourist rooms and 23 residential rooms to a full tourist hotel containing approximately 59 tourist hotel rooms within the subject building. The residential hotel rooms are proposed to be relocated to a site located at 1080 Folsom Street. No physical expansion of the existing building is proposed.

http://www.san-franciscos-real-estate.com/homes_v/detail.php?id=-6633628418702483730&location=San-Francisco--CA&rentals=true

Looking for an alternative to the standard hotel hostel or friends couch? Interested in an authentic and unique experience? Want to have the best of both worlds? Stay in your own private bedroom - but outside that bedroom you get to enjoy a fun friendly community based living space. Join our food program to eat organic and delicious meals in our shared dining room. Sit on the couch in our den to watch a movie with someone or just sit with a book and a cup of tea together. Youll have access to a wide variety of offerings and events. There are many ways to get involved and immerse in this vibrant community. Amenities of our 50-room residence include a yoga studio/meditation space full service kitchen and an organic meal plan. Free wireless access is available throughout the building.

and http://www.easyroommate.com/south-of-market-roommate/community-living/H0912142093052/200912142009304428

Date Available: 8 Sep 2010
Minimum stay: 1 Month(s)
Dwelling type: Building
Parking: No
Room type: Single Room
Pet: No
# of bedrooms available: 9
# of bedrooms: 9
# of bathrooms: 5

The following are my notes on what I found, who is who etc, which may be of assistance to  anyone trying to get a Narconon off the list.

What a load of information!  Thanks, Mary.  It may take me a little while to digest and research all of this.

[Intelligence]

We can inundate them with so many documents and information packages, that they will take notice.

It's worked here in Canada, so far and it's "snow-balling" them into action. Their government duty is Public Safety. Narconon is NOT safe and they do not want to loose votes in their next elections.

[VONSTEPHANSON III]

1. Find their Achilles Heel(s) in terms of how they differ from legitimate Drug Treatment facilities, how they break the law and hurt people. Find the best way to bring to the public eye the fact that all treatment centers are not obligated to operate equally under the law and the problems associated with them.
2. Get on the voters ballot an Initiative dealing with these problems.
3. Enact into law. 

NN only hurts the chance for a "Quality Recovery" for the afflicted and their loved ones.
If the public becomes aware, collect signatures and make change.

[mefree]

how they differ from legitimate Drug Treatment facilities

This is covered in great detail at Narconon exposed: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Narconon/

For starters, a drug-free detox is simply not safe for everyone. Add to that, patients fresh out of detox, now working as counselors and as frequently reported, unsupervised by any licensed/trained medical staff. Relapsing former patients are now supervising the new ones and the fun really begins.

The relapsing new counselors are having parties and perhaps a little extra-added touch assist is required from your counselor who gets a little extra touchy-feely. How about an excursion to the liquor store or drug-buy location?

You get the picture. That all seems pretty substandard to me.

This information is strictly from allegations of former patients or staff of Narconon
 

[Intelligence]

how they differ from legitimate Drug Treatment facilities

This is covered in great detail at Narconon exposed: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Narconon/

For starters, a drug-free detox is simply not safe for everyone. Add to that, patients fresh out of detox, now working as counselors and as frequently reported, unsupervised by any licensed/trained medical staff. Relapsing former patients are now supervising the new ones and the fun really begins.

The relapsing new counselors are having parties and perhaps a little extra-added touch assist is required from your counselor who gets a little extra touchy-feely. How about an excursion to the liquor store or drug-buy location?

You get the picture. That all seems pretty substandard to me.

This information is strictly from allegations of former patients or staff of Narconon

Narconon can be a "death trap" for some. There was one death incident from the NN Trois-Rivieres staff living quarters. Narconon is undoubtably one of the worst rehab centers on earth.

It's not just the physical damage. It is the Psycological damage and long term effects from the scientology indoctrination. And this is huge!

When I left Narconon, I ended up in the hospital for two days and I have written diagnosis of "Post Tramatic Stress Dissorder" from two doctors. The hospital then sent me to a Crisis Center fot 10 days, where I received councelling and therapy to de-program me. To be honest, I was in terrible condition and could not cope in the real world.

The doctor I see now, knows all about COS and cults and he suffered from post traumatic stress dissorder himself after returning from being a doctor in Viet Nam. I'm a very lucky person to see him once a month.

He was very concerned about me and put me on a very low dose of Seriquil. It's a mild, non addictive sedative which helps me sleep and not have too many bad nightmares about Narconon. I don't like to share too much about what happened to me personally at Narconon, but I think people need to know how dangerous Narconon is.

I have countless emails from ex-patients who are having trouble coping. They went through hell at Narconon. One young underage girl, who became preganant while at Narconon, was sent away for an abortion. Another young, pregnant lady, who was caught holding hands with a guy, was sentenced to shovel snow from one place to another, and when she was done, she was told to shovel it back to where it was. And while she was doing it, the students and staff watched.

When a patient breaks a rule, there is an orange sign, (8.5x14 inches), called a "Golden Rod" tacked to the wall for all to see. The Heading on the sign says, John Doe - IN TREASON. This person is not permitted to speak and nobody is permitted to speak to them for the entire term of the order. Can be one or two weeks!

I could tell you other "verified" stories, that would bring tears to your eyes, but not now. You get my drift.

On two occasions, I demanded my wallet and personal papers so that I could leave. They would not give them to me. This is common. On another occasion, I was detained in the Ethics Office for 20 minutes, with the door being blocked by one of two staff members. I had books taken away from me that they did not approve of. I showed them the Canadian Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms concerning them taking the books, and they just laughed. Very traumatic events occurred at this Evil Narconon-Scientology Compound and it's still happening.

Lots of drugs, lots of sex between staff and patients, sexual abuses in the withdrawal unit, people nearly dying in sauna and rushed to emergency hospital, coerced success stories, it goes on and on and on.

I am able to verify these events because of the many Posts I had while being on staff. I scanned documents and emailed them away for safe keeping. They could sue me, but I don't think they will; too much negative media coverage would expose them. Sometimes I wish they would sue me for some of my statements and Press Releases :-) -mmm - - Could still happen, as we "kick it up a notch?"

Narconon will not and can change their scientology tech. The Narconon in Trois-Rivieres will have to close in July 2011, because they will not be able to be Accredited. A new Law takes effect on this date. Every Province, State, and Country needs to impose this same Law and I will do my best to help them.

David Love

[ethercat]

1. Find their Achilles Heel(s) in terms of how they differ from legitimate Drug Treatment facilities, how they break the law and hurt people. Find the best way to bring to the public eye the fact that all treatment centers are not obligated to operate equally under the law and the problems associated with them.
2. Get on the voters ballot an Initiative dealing with these problems.
3. Enact into law. 

NN only hurts the chance for a "Quality Recovery" for the afflicted and their loved ones.
If the public becomes aware, collect signatures and make change.

I'll bet this is how they got on the list: http://www.narconon-news.org/drug_prevention_rehab_news/samhsa_oklahoma_conference_2004/samhsa_conference_august_2004.htm

On August 5th and 6th, 2004, over 100 people from both the faith-based community and drug rehabilitation field, including 20 churches and 25 drug rehab groups from 21 different cities and towns, gathered at the lovely new Reed Conference Center in Oklahoma City for a two-day conference on substance abuse. The conference was co-hosted by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and Narconon International, along with Oklahoma's Narconon Arrowhead drug rehabilitation and training center.

They're very good at schmoozing with the right people. 

[Mary_McConnell]

I recall posting info about how they got on the list.  It was definately from a federal govt agency that has regional offices and reports the info into a database that SAMHSA uses. I tried getting them off, and a few were dropped. Let me try to track down what I found.