Whiteside Manor Patient Testimonials

Initially, upon entering Whiteside Manor my goal was to get clean and sober. I never dreamt that this program would steer me to a life beyond my wildest dreams. With eternal gratitude!
- Betty Jo

I never thought the morning meditation walk would mean something to me. I still do it. - Ryan

I thankfully fell into an early morning meeting that rocks, and I'm hitting ten meetings a week. I have to say that things are better than ever, and I thank you for helping me to that end.

I really do feel that Whiteside is a very special place. Further I feel that I have been given a second chance at a life I never dreamed of. I have been coming out to visit and talk to the guys when I attend the 7PM Wednesday Men's Stag I fell into there. I am indebted to you and Whiteside. I have a bit of a business mind, and I'm amazed at the way the gears mesh. Ciao, Kevin 12/09

We certainly have full days. Food's great! - Scotty

Whiteside Manor offers the best overall program! I should know after six other programs. (I should write a book on recovery.) - Lyle

Staff is always available. Debbi was real cool to me on the phone before I checked in. - Keith

Just wanted to let you guys know you are awesome. I thank God for this program. I was part of Sammon House in '99 and Tina Doty was in charge of that house at the time. My counselor was Delores and I have never looked back. These are just a few of the awesome people who helped make a difference but I'm successful because I was willing to participate in my recovery. I was teachable, therefore I was reachable. God Bless you Ron, for opening up Whitside Manor and all of your other houses. Too bad you guys no longer take parolees. I was on at the time. First and last time in prison or jail. I give credit to God, myself, and to you guys and your wonderful program. May God continue to bless you all. Kandice 3/2010

I entered this program in September of 1999. I have been clean since. It took courage for me to say I needed help. I thank you for being a part of my sobriety and guiding me to becoming the person I am today. Then you would have known me as Stacey xxxxxxxx. I now have a husband of 9 years and 4 beautiful children. I am currently going to school to become an elementary school teacher. I just would like to say thank you. Stacey.

It was a sad day when Lucky (the cat) died. She was 16 and bossed all of us around. - Bobby

I lived an incredible sober life for 22 years. Lost my sobriety via pain pills and didn’t know how close I was to losing everything or dying. I spent $20,000 was loaded again in 30 days. I hit bottom and knew of Whiteside’s reputation. It’s not about the money there. The staff is incredible. My life is better than ever. I love the place and miss it!

I had the means to go anywhere, so a $50,000 rehab was not out of the question. Funny how a place that cost so little gave me so much. I can’t put a price tag on the quality, variety, warmth of the staff, and fellowship. I go back and visit because I miss Whiteside Manor and the fun. – Kevin D. December 2009

Gloria at Family Program really impressed my parents. (and they don't charge for it!!!) - Sandi

Joy taught me an entirely new way to deal with stress. I really owe her! - Billy Jean

I have been in circuit training class for one week and I already sleep better. I think I will stick with it after I graduate. - Ron

The intake staff is great. Debbi talked to me forever on the phone. She actually gave me some hope I could do this program. - Janet

Before entering Whiteside, I had been through four other programs, including the famous one in Palm Springs. Whiteside turned my thinking around. - Randy

The best program I have ever monitored. - Don Jones
State Peer Monitor

Compared to other programs, this place is like a country club. The food is great, we exercise and go to the gym. They really believe in dealing with issues in addition to recovery. - Glenn

I have hooked back up with my family, who wouldn't even take my calls before I came in. This was my third program. I had burned every bridge and conned everyone I knew. They convinced my family to get involved my second week in treatment. Gloria is the best ever family counselor. - Marci

Whiteside's State Monitor told us we were lucky to be in here. I now believe him. - Rocky

I have seen Whiteside keep a client whose insurance had run out. He wasn't ready to leave. I guess that really shows they care more about the clients than the money. - Greg

I was most grateful they have seperate facilities for men and women. It's too hard to concentrate with women around, I keep falling in love too soon. - Mike

The programs are in really nice mansion-like homes. I was in charge of the pets. That probably kept me there the first few weeks. - Lucy

I tried and tried to get over on my counselor. Linzy is impossible to fool. He probably saved my life. - Harold

I still can't believe they have an actual chef (Mike is great) and do a lot of fun stuff every Friday. I actually got into going to the gym. - Matt

Whiteside has a high treatment success rate (Dual Diagnosis) and provides extensive follow-up with clients who have graduated from their program. - C. Blatt
U.S. Gov't (H.U.D.) Monitor's Report