Create a comparison sheet with four columns: question, Program A, Program B, and evidence. Add rows for licensing or public records, services actually verified, documentation practices, family involvement, continuing-care planning, medications when clinically appropriate, and how individualized needs are assessed. SAMHSA quality guidance supports asking about licensing, accreditation, evidence-supported care, clinically appropriate medications, family involvement, and continuing care. Asking does not establish that any particular facility provides these features.
For Living Longer Recovery, enter only the locked public facts as confirmed. Put every unverified item in needs review, including accreditation, named therapies, medication practices, family participation, continuing-care arrangements, work forms, insurance, and current availability. A clear “we need to review that” can be more useful than an unsupported yes. SAMHSA also advises discussing treatment choices with qualified professionals and provides national treatment locators.
- Is the answer supported by a public record, written policy, or authorized staff response?
- Does the speaker distinguish general information from an individual determination?
- Which important claims remain not established?