Abstract
Particularly in rural regions like the Province of Capiz, the Community-Based Rehabilitation Treatment Program (CBRTP) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) is a vital endeavor in treating drug dependence via rehabilitation and reintegration. Even if these initiatives have shown apparent success, knowledge of the particular difficulties and efficiency of rural-based implementations still has to be lacking. Focusing on the socio-demographic features of participants, the programs carried out, their apparent efficacy, and the difficulties faced, this research sought to assess the implementation and effectiveness of the CBRTP in the first and second districts of Capiz. Data were gathered from 248 randomly chosen drug surrenderers using a structured survey using a descriptive-correlational study approach. Using frequency counts, percentages, averages, and one-way ANOVA, among other statistical analyses, demographic variables like age, duration of rehabilitation, and location helped to evaluate the implementation, efficacy, and variations in problems. According to the results, most participants between the ages of 32 and 39 had been in rehabilitation for less than three years. With an overall mean score of 3.97, the initiatives carried out—counseling, livelihood training, and community support—were usually successful. Still, difficulties were common: inadequate finance, personnel shortages, and lack of family and community support. While location had no influence, reported program efficacy and obstacles varied depending on recovery duration and age; this was also true. These results imply the need for more financing, focused interventions, and community involvement to maximize the influence of the CBRTP, therefore affecting legislators and program managers. By filling these gaps, rehabilitation programs in rural regions will become more effective and help participants reintegrate successfully into society.
