2021.01.25 Open Forum TurnquistTimeline for Remodeling of the Facility and Occupancy
Our desire is to purchase the Riverwood Center on March 31, 2020. Existing operation as Riverwood Inn would
continue while initial remodeling begins. We would start with remodeling of the restaurant and the pool areas;
both are not currently in use. We would also begin remodeling some larger meeting spaces, adding walls, doors,
and necessary electrical wiring and HVAC. Construction of the sprinkler system would begin within a month or
two of possession. Some reduction in existing services would be experienced in May or June 2020. The Inn would
continue to accommodate some guests until August or September. Guests would be notified in advance of any
disruption of services. Guests will be informed of the limits of their stay when they book rooms. Some
construction noise inside the buildings is expected. Building Inspections, Fire, Health and DHS inspections would
be conducted in September/ October. We anticipate opening and operating as a treatment center between October
1 and November 1, 2020.
Community Safety
For NorthStar Regional, client and community safety are of highest concern. Research has shown that drug
treatment programs improve life outcomes for individuals and decrease the likelihood that a drug -involved
person will be admitted to the criminal justice system. Treatment serves as a safe and secure environment where
people get free of drug and alcohol use and develop skills to prevent relapse and reintegrate into the community.
In our facilities, clients cannot use any drugs or alcohol. Rule violations may result in immediate dismissal from
treatment, return to the criminal justice system or referral to another level bf care. Compliance with our policies is
monitored through room checks, thorough search of belongings upon arrival, weekly alcohol and drug screens
with confirmation and additional drug screens with suspected use. Our facilities will be monitored 24/7 by clinical
staff, treatment technicians, and security officers. Additionally, interior and exterior public areas are monitored by
video cameras. We have strict visitation rules and enforce our no trespassing policies. We have a thorough
evaluation and intake procedure ensuring that clients are an appropriate fit for our programs. We do not provide
care for sex offenders or arsonists.
Individualized Continuum of Care
Personal success in recovery occurs when treatment focuses on the entire person, including but not limited to
physical, mental, and emotional problems. Each client at this new facility would be treated holistically, addressing
substance use, mental health and medical/psychiatric issues. This approach allows us to achieve the best treatment
outcomes. Length of participation will vary as treatment plans are individualized, however, most clients in the
residential treatment center will be there for 30 days. Following this, continuum of care options are available for
counseling and housing facilities operated by NorthStar Regional. These aftercare options would include
counseling, psychiatry services, intensive outpatient mental health programs, intensive outpatient chemical
dependency treatments and sober homes. It is our intent to provide the highest quality of professional services on
a campus that will reflect the standards, image and pride of the local community.
City Meeting Dates
• Otsego City Planning Commission Meeting on February 18, 2020
• Otsego City Council Meeting on February 24, 2020
It is our mission to supply high quality professional care in a safe and compassionate environment. We appreciate
your support in this endeavor. If you need further information, please contact me by email at
jason@northstarregional.com.
Thank you.
Jason Vanderscoff, CEO
NorthStar Regional
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