Healing isn’t measured by a single moment. It’s seen in the steady return of clarity, capability, and calm.
During recovery, it’s important not to just ask how clients feel. Instead, we track what’s changing—things like cravings, medication adherence, and functioning levels. Why? Because progress isn’t always noticeable, but it’s measurable. Once clients see their progress clearly, their attitudes change.
And in 2024, the signs of recovery were clearer than ever.
Cravings are a core challenge in early recovery, as they are physically rooted, emotionally fueled, and deeply personal. This is why we monitor them from day one.
This past year, fewer clients arrived in crisis. 13% of clients reported moderate to severe cravings at intake, but that dropped to just 8% by the end of treatment.
That’s nearly a 40% reduction in craving intensity – a quiet but massive shift in how clients relate to their urges, triggers, and internal stress.
How did we get there? We provided:
We don’t just hope cravings will fade. We give clients tools to manage them, distance from the stories behind them, and space to breathe when they hit.
Sticking with a medication plan isn’t always easy, especially when you’re also managing detox, mental health, or co-occurring conditions.
That’s why we track adherence, too.
In 2024, 15% of clients weren’t taking medications as prescribed at intake. However, after treatment, that dropped to just 4%.
This is not about just handing out prescriptions. We educate, build trust, and offer daily structure. The result? Fewer missed doses, more stability, and more commitment to the recovery process.
Beyond symptoms and statistics, the real question is: can this person fully thrive again after treatment? Can they work, connect, and get through the day without drowning?
That’s why we measure disability levels, and the results this past year were some of the strongest yet.
At intake in 2024, 8% of clients had extreme disability and 20% had severe disability. That’s 28% of clients entering treatment barely able to function day to day.
However, at completion, 0% remained in the extreme range and only 6% were still classified as severe. That’s a full 75% reduction in clients living with extreme-to-severe disability.
Clients didn’t just leave with fewer symptoms – they left with more capacity, more confidence, and more day-to-day independence.
We track these metrics because they’re the heartbeat of real recovery in the following ways:
When those three areas shift, everything else does too.
If you’ve been stuck in the cycle – cravings, missed meds, or just getting through the day – we can help. Reach out to Ripple Ranch. We’ll track the progress you can feel, and walk with you all the way forward.
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