The program provides factual information for children on the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse and their own risk for addiction. Adolescent's Residential Program Nexus offers a residential treatment program for chemically dependent girls ages 13-17. In addition to individual and group therapy and drug education, the girls attend a half day of Dallas Independent School District accredited school provided on-site at the Nexus facility. Families participate in weekly family therapy. Outpatient Program Clients participate daily in the same type of chemical dependency education and therapy groups as the residential clients, allowing them to benefit from Nexus' proven treatment approach.
Nexus provides daycare services for the children of outpatient clients.
Vocational Program Nexus' vocational program and employment phase adds a crucial dimension to chemical dependency treatment. Adult residential clients participate in a job readiness training program, after their basic recovery program is in place. The vocational program addresses decision making, resume writing, proper attire for job search and employment, interviewing skills and other core areas necessary to gain and sustain employment. The nursing staff at Nexus provides weekly group instruction on tuberculosis, HIV, sexually transmitted diseases, nutrition and other health topics. In partnership with various Dallas medical facilities, Nexus coordinates a range of services, including TB testing, prenatal care and obstetrical services, psychological testing and additional counseling.