Residential long-term treatment in Canaan is statistically the most successful treatment center and approach in terms of success rates when considering long-term abstinence once treatment is complete. Residential long-term treatment gives the client in rehab a virtual oasis. In residential long-term treatment the individual can take part in rehabilitation activities in a secure and distraction free atmosphere where there is very little that could possibly cut across their success or development while in alcohol and drug rehabilitation. The long-term element is in essence what will ensure the client is reassured and secure enough to be able to remain abstinent when they leave alcohol and drug rehabilitation in Canaan, simply because 30 days is very often simply not enough time in drug rehabilitation for seriously addicted persons. It can take many months to attain the confidence that one can remain drug free, with a comprehensive and intensive course of treatment in a residential facility.