Partial day rehab centers treat drug abuse disorders and mental health disorders which may be co-occurring. In a partial day rehab center the person participates in numerous treatment services throughout the day and then returns home at nighttime, any where from five to seven days a week. Partial day rehab centers are an excellent alternative for drug or alcohol addicted individuals who may are not prepared to afford inpatient or residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation, or who might not exactly be able to be apart from their own families during inpatient or residential rehab. During a partial day rehab center, individuals take part in group, individual and in many cases family therapy and counseling for substance abuse issues while also handling whatever mental health issue is plaguing them. It is very important to handle both issues simultaneously when there is any hope for individuals maintaining any type of long-term abstinence and be able to regain a quality lifestyle. This can take several weeks or months due to the fact that it is a part-time rehabilitation option, but it will likely be worth it to the rehabilitation client and their families in the long run when they can move forward with a brand new start.