Amity Foundation – Tucson

"My experience here was deeply traumatizing. The facility relies on a peer-led 'Therapeutic Community' model derived from Synanon tactics, meaning group sessions are run by unlicensed residents ('students') rather than… licensed clinical professionals. The medical management was dangerous; they withheld my medication because I missed a specific lunch window, which directly caused a blood pressure emergency later that day. Medication is handed to you in a box to distribute to yourself because the staff on duty are not licensed nurses. The facility relies heavily on patient labor under the guise of 'vocational training.' There was constant fighting, active drug use among residents, and poor food. If you are looking for a clinical, medically-backed rehab, avoid this place."

My Friend entered this facility. Not only was there attitude unprofessional but her health safety was at risk due to infestation of bed bugs, another patient with scabies. There dietary program was beyond health… standards. When asking to leave, minding you she went voluntarily, they denied her to leave, procrastinated with her when she was trying to explain why she wanted to leave. They stated her government issued assistance was going to be used to provided her dietary needs. During the process of trying to leave they denied all of her belongings included cards, ID, make up and hygiene. They wouldn’t give her, her phone back either. She had to walk 3 hours to a destination to where she could be able to receive help. This facility is beyond a joke. They do not care about the well being of the patients nor their safety. I wouldn’t even give this facility a star of review. I highly recommend to never seek treatment from this facility

From what I have heard about the place. That is a good place a good rehab. My son is there so far he said it was cool

All I can say is I love this place. I'd hate to say it but looks like I'm in for another stay. Always good to know the Amity family is there for us when/,if we fall

All I can say is ,WOW! This place is AMAZING. Terry is so inspirational, motivating and such a wonderful pillar of this community.

Liers when went to pick up my stuff .that there supposed to go collect right away if u leave, missing multiple items or everything gone laundry soup and fabric softener full when left gone when giving back absolutely no… programing colt vibes it'sall about the money for this place

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Not me personally. I've known people who have gone through the programs.

My daughter was there for 90 days. I visited her, I loved the atmosphere, so peaceful, and they helped my daughter a lot. The staff was outstanding, everyone was so pleasant. I have heard a lot of people say this is a… cult because of the reciting, well I guess catholisism is a cult because of standing and sitting and repeating after the priest. Thank you Amity Foundation, you gave my daughter back to me

This place was not what I expected, everything is run off of clients that been there for a while and I did not get the support that I needed.

I graduated the program and did the continuess program, did internship then got a job, place and car.. I worked the program,, just like any other program ITS UP TO YOU weather you succeed or not!!! I'm grateful that I… was able to get closer to my higher power, graduate drug court, mend my relationship with my daughter and parents, grow in many areas and become stable ,employed and learn about myself, traditions, culture, and so much more. Its not easy but its worth it! Rose and Peter were my mentors. I still keep in touch with Peter! He was the best and showed genuine care. Ray hosted bible study and meditation...to this day I still do those soul and spirit lifting tools. Thank you Amity && mentors for being apart of my recovery!!! God bless every one that enters those gates at ***AMITY CTR FOUNDATION***

The staff are knowledgeable and they really know their stuff. They know about how to stay sober, they are flexible, they are caring and rhey are able to access resources to assist you.

Amity was answered prayer for my 3 year old & I, since I completed my commitment at Amity, I feel somehow lighter, my body, mind, and spirit. Amity touches the deepest parts of yourself you wouldn't imagine. Watching… everyone being vulnerable, doing the work give you the courage to do the same. It has truly been life changing for myself. But also Amity isn't for everyone, the first time, or second,.. eventually the program works if you allow it and trust in the process. ❤️

I cannot express enough gratitude for the transformative experience I had at Circle Tree Ranch. This rehabilitation facility truly helped me reclaim my life in ways I never thought possible. From the moment I arrived, I… was welcomed by a compassionate and dedicated staff who genuinely cared about my well-being and recovery. The programs offered at Circle Tree Ranch are not only effective but also tailored to meet individual needs. The staff members are incredibly knowledgeable and skilled, providing invaluable teachings that have equipped me with the tools I need to navigate life beyond rehabilitation. Their support and guidance were instrumental in my journey toward healing. What truly set Circle Tree Ranch apart for me was the community of individuals I had the privilege to meet. Sharing experiences and learning from others who were on similar paths created a sense of camaraderie that was both uplifting and inspiring. The connections I made during my time there are ones I will cherish forever. I love this place!

Great place to put your life back together

This place was amazing! The property is beautiful. The staff caring. Just loved everything about it!

I am a former patient of Amity. I completed their 90 day program within the last couple of months. I can tell you with all honesty that the complaints about the professionalism of the program are accurate if not… generous. The vast majority of people who work there are former addicts who successfully completed a program there. This sounds great until you recognize that people who are employed there have been there for more than a year and have no other option. The price of them staying at Amity requires their own indoctrination and an acceptance that they are incapable of making responsible recovery decisions by themselves; they must embrace and espouse the Amity traditions and further the Amity Dogma. It is accurate to describe this place as cult. There are multiple times a day where members are required to read doctrine and then describe what that doctrine means to them. Additionally, a unique Amity prayer is recited in unison by all members while holding hands or touching each other. And finally, special ceremonies require the lighting of a candle to the Amity founder whose photographs, memorials and writings are venerated, saint-like at every opportunity. While it is impossible to paint every staff and faculty member at Amity with the same brush, it was much more common to be disappointed by their lack of professionalism and courtesy than surprised by their kindness and empathy. They seem to operate under the motto, “that’s not my job!” while filled with a combination of Contempt and apathy. However, the patients there deserve so much better. And I fear that Amity will never get better because it never examines itself, or its procedures and policies in a meaningful way. They are content with treating residents poorly, and punish anyone who demands better. Somebody should inform local media so that a spotlight can be shone on this inadequate and sometimes hurtful (deadly) program.

Initially we thought the place was ideal until we became aware that thinge weren't as they seemed. Son had a fallout with staff a member who not only lied to him by telling him family didn't want him and would not go… for him (we live in another city) but lied to us saying he had left with his personal belongings. He was denied a phone call to family. No phone, wallet, or money we eventually found him and brought him back to his hometown. Favoritism for those who partake in after hour chananigans. Personal belongings were later retrieved. How many others have been told their families don't want them and end up alone in the streets with no where to turn except back to drugs for survival. Inflicting additional pain should not be part of their program.

My son attended Amity on his own free will and when he tried to leave they kept procrastinating and saying they were too busy for discharging. It took him weeks and a threat to call the police for them to give him his… belongings. I would like to know if anyone else has had this issue. I'm appalled at the way things were handled there.

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They don't act like they have changed into better people .cause they still not helping some people with their recovery they need to care about everyone not just certain people