Many people looking into drug and alcohol rehabilitation in Kelso, Washington may choose to take part in a residential short-term alcohol and drug rehab center that only calls for a stay of as little as 4 weeks. This might be an appropriate rehab choice for persons that have familial or job responsibilities, and only require a brief but somewhat intensive course of rehab. Moreover, individuals with a very brief background of drug and alcohol abuse might find that this may be an appropriate choice while an individual struggling with a more extensive and critical case of abuse and addiction may very definitely be in need of a much more extensive time in treatment. If a potential client does have an extensive background of abuse and decides to choose a residential short-term treatment program of as little as 4 weeks, it is often required that the person receive regular follow-up care or move to an aftercare facility where their progress can be supervised closely and so they can be supported in their rehabilitation process as much as possible.