Many individuals who will need drug treatment in Northport, NY. may opt for a residential short-term alcohol and drug treatment facility which only only calls for a stay of 30 days or less. This may be an appropriate rehab possibility for people who have family or office responsibilities, and only need a quick but somewhat intensive course of rehabilitation. Moreover, individuals with a very short history of drug and alcohol abuse may find that this may be an appropriate option while a potential clients with a more extensive and critical case of substance abuse may be in need of an a much more significant and intensive time spent in rehab. If a potential client evidently has a more serious background of alcohol and drug abuse and decides to choose a residential short-term rehabilitation facility of as little as a month, it is very often suggested that the client receive typical follow-up care or take part in an aftercare program where their sobriety can be monitored and so they can be supported in their rehabilitation process in every way possible.