When a woman or adolescent girl finishes her treatment at Timberline Knolls, her healing work doesn’t simply stop. Instead, her path shifts to applying new skills and insights in daily life. This transition phase often brings unique hurdles, which is why the extensive alumnae program at Timberline Knolls has become such a valued resource for former residents.

Building a Recovery-Supportive Community

For many women recovering from eating disorders, trauma, addiction, or mental health concerns, finding people who truly grasp their struggles can be challenging. The Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center alumnae program turns this potential isolation into belonging by nurturing a community of women with shared experiences.

“I am proud and excited to serve as your Alumnae Coordinator,” shares Threasa “Tee” Kluever, MSW. “As a person in recovery myself, I understand the challenges of leaving treatment and building a meaningful life in recovery. I have walked a similar road filled with turbulence and triumphs that recovery brings.”

This peer-based approach helps participants feel genuinely understood as they handle the ups and downs of ongoing recovery. The relationships developed can last for years, creating a support system during both celebrations and difficult moments.

Virtual Support Groups Provide Accessibility

A standout feature of the program is the Alumnae Connections virtual support groups. These twice-weekly online gatherings allow former residents to connect regardless of geographic location, removing a common barrier to continued care.

The digital approach has proven especially beneficial since the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that distance doesn’t prevent anyone from receiving the support they need. As noted on the Timberline Knolls website, “As we all work through the challenges we are facing as a result of COVID-19, we want to be able to offer you the ongoing support you need.”

Sharing Recovery Stories for Collective Healing

The program actively encourages alumnae to share their recovery journeys, recognizing the dual benefits this creates. For the sharer, articulating one’s story can strengthen personal commitment to wellness. For those still in treatment or early recovery, these narratives offer much-needed inspiration.

“Have a story you’d like to share about your recovery from an eating disorder, addiction, mood disorder, and/or trauma? We’d love to hear from you,” the program invites. “And so would the hundreds of women who are in the same place today you were once in during your time in residential treatment. There is hope in your stories.”

Tracking Long-Term Outcomes

Through follow-up surveys, Timberline Knolls collects data that helps refine their program approaches. Their one-year post-discharge statistics show encouraging results across several areas, including medication adherence, family relationships, and improved ability to handle problems.

This evidence-based approach aligns with Acadia Healthcare’s broader commitment to tracking treatment effectiveness and continuously improving care models.

Easy Ways to Stay Connected

The program makes staying connected straightforward through multiple channels, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Former residents can also update their contact information through a simple online form, ensuring they receive information about upcoming events and program developments.

For women seeking comprehensive treatment that doesn’t end at discharge, Timberline Knolls offers that much-needed continuation of care. Their alumnae program stands as a testament to their understanding that true recovery extends far beyond the initial treatment phase, requiring ongoing community and support to truly take root and flourish.