--- title: Young Adult Treatment Life | Cornerstones of Maine description: Explore daily life at Cornerstones of Maine young adult residential treatment center, transitional living, and aftercare in the Portland area. image: https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hubfs/CRN%20featured%20images13.jpg --- [Go Back Up](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-life#top) [Skip to Content](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-life#body) [![CRN Logo5](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CRN%20Logo5.png?width=300&height=67&name=CRN%20Logo5.png "CRN Logo5")](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/) Toggle Menu - [Young Adult Programs](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-residential-transitional-living-programs) Toggle children for Young Adult Programs Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Young Adult Programs - [Residential Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adults-residential-treatment) - [Transitional Living](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adults-transitional-living) Toggle children for Transitional Living Young Adult Programs (Press to Return) \> Transitional Living - [Neurodivergent-Affirming](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/neurodivergent-living-asd-autism) - [Independent Living](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-independent-living) - [Aftercare](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-aftercare) - [Young Adult Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-residential-transitional-living-programs) Toggle children for Young Adult Treatment Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Young Adult Treatment - [Psychotherapy](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/psychotherapy-young-adults) - [Psychiatry](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/psychiatric-medication-management) - [Executive Function Coaching](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/executive-function-coaching) - [Relationship Coaching](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/relationship-coaching) - [Art & Music Therapy](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/art-music-expressive-therapy-young-adults) - [About Cornerstones](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/about-young-adult-treatment-living) Toggle children for About Cornerstones Main Menu (Press to Return) \> About Cornerstones - [About Our Clients](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/our-clients) Toggle children for About Our Clients About Cornerstones (Press to Return) \> About Our Clients - [Anxiety Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/anxiety-treatment-young-adults) - [Depression Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/depression-treatment-young-adults) - [ADHD Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/adhd-treatment-young-adults) - [OCD Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/ocd-treatment-young-adults) - [ASD Treatment](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/asd-young-adult-living) - [Young Adult Treatment Homes](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-homes) - [Young Adult Treatment Team](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-team) - [Young Adult Treatment Careers](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-careers) - [Admissions](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-residential-transitional-living) Toggle children for Admissions Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Admissions - [Admission Inquiry Form](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-admissions-inquiry) - [FAQs](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/treatment-transitional-living-faq) - [Verify Your Insurance](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-insurance) - [Resources](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-resources) Toggle children for Resources Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Resources - [For Parents](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/parents-with-young-adults-struggling) - [For Young Adults](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/transitional-living-young-adults) Toggle children for For Young Adults Resources (Press to Return) \> For Young Adults - [Life at Cornerstones](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-life) - [Blogs](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/blog) - [Presentations](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-presentations) - [In The Media](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/young-adult-treatment-media) - [Contact Us](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/contact-young-adult-treatment#contact-form) ![25-CRN-0206-Website101-1](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/25-CRN-0206-Website101-1.png?width=733&height=800&name=25-CRN-0206-Website101-1.png) Life in Young Adult Treatmen ## A Client’s Perspective Young adult treatment at Cornerstones of Maine is highly customized. Every individual's treatment plan—and their daily schedule—varies depending on needs and goals. However, this first-person account by a former client at our West End residence provides a glimpse into just how vibrant life at Cornerstones can be. *\*Client name has been changed for confidentiality purposes.\** My name is Chris, and I'm a current Cornerstones client located in the West End of Portland, Maine. I’m excited to introduce honest insight and experience combined with my minor journalistic qualifications and apply them to this article! I expressed an interest in pursuing journalism to my Life Skills & Academic Success Coach and have been exploring writing opportunities with her support. I wanted to write about something that I would have found helpful prior to my admission to Cornerstones, which is running through a day in the life of a West End client!     ![25-CRN-0206-Website102](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/25-CRN-0206-Website102.png?width=733&height=800&name=25-CRN-0206-Website102.png) ## Mornings A regular day in the West End starts at 7:45 AM. Clients head downstairs to check in and take their morning [medications](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/psychiatric-medication-management), and directly afterward we have an hour to get ready and make and eat breakfast. Next comes morning intentions. We congregate in the common area at 8:45 sharp! This time is spent discussing the general schedule for the day and running through our individual obligations. The Monday intention session is spent filling our schedules: appointments, work shifts, classes, events, extras, etcetera. After Intentions, we head to group [therapy](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/psychotherapy-young-adults). Group is an hour long, and we can talk about anything and everything! It is a fantastic and healthy environment to vent, discuss any concerns, and process individually and collectively. Clients also have 2 private sessions a week with a first and secondary therapist.  After group therapy, we break off depending on what level each client is on. As a level 3, I head to the YMCA for some yoga or cardio with level 1 and 2 clients. Level 4 clients can schedule their gym session for another hour based on personal preference. Some clients walk to the Y in groups. I prefer to walk to the Y solo to enjoy the alone time. ## Afternoons At 11:45, clients head back to the West End. I like to make lunch during this time between gym and volunteering, which we leave for at 1:15. At level 3, we are able to search for volunteering opportunities outside of the Cornerstones recommendations. Until then, we head to Preble Street or other spots for volunteer work in South Portland. At Preble Street, we pack lunch and dinner to be delivered to those in need of meals.  ![25-CRN-0206-Website103](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/25-CRN-0206-Website103.png?width=733&height=800&name=25-CRN-0206-Website103.png) ## Evenings After volunteering, we head back to the house to have dinner at 6 PM. Clients cook every week on the day of their choosing, assigned during weekly planning on Monday morning. A personal favorite of mine is build-your-own tacos! After dinner is free time. We use this time to chill before bed. There are also always the options to go out to a concert at the State Theater, catch a movie, go out to eat, or hang out with friends. Some clients, like myself, work night shifts.  ![25-CRN-0206-Website104](https://cornerstonesofmaine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/25-CRN-0206-Website104.png?width=733&height=800&name=25-CRN-0206-Website104.png) ## The City Portland has *tons* of fantastic must-visits that clients frequent. Some of our favorite restaurants include Lazzari (great Italian food), The Green Elephant (yummy vegetarian), El Corazon Restaurante (great Mexican food), and Uncharted, an awesome spot for bubble tea. Thrifting is also huge in Portland; there are the coolest thrift stores to explore. My personal favorite is Weekend Vintage, very Y2K fashion-based. The West End is a great place to live, specifically for the location and accessibility to downtown. It’s super walkable, and there is always something going on. The energy is transcendent! The longer you are at Cornerstones, the more you’ll explore. ## Join Our Community Could you or a loved one be a fit for our supportive, welcoming community for young adults? Reach out to our team. We’ll get to know you and help you find the best path forward. 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