Addiction rehabilitation (‘rehab’) services treat a range of problems. Highly trained staff can help with uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms, offer counselling and compassionate support. Perhaps your goal is long-term sobriety, or simply managing and reducing your substance use. This is where rehab programs can guide you on the road to successful recovery.
With the right tools any addict can reclaim their life.

 

Rehabilitation services have different approaches. So it’s important to find one that suits your needs. Whether it’s your first time, or you’re returning to engage further support. With hundreds of facilities across Australia the right help is out there. Here are some things to consider:

 

Financial:	Lifestyle:
– Do you have health insurance? – Can you get finance or payment plans? – Are there low cost/free facilities?	– Do you have children, pets or caring duties? – What is your work and study schedule? – Do you receive welfare?

Duration & Location:	Activities:
– Do you need a medical detox? – How long could you stay? – Can you do outpatient/day programs? – How far could you travel? (eg: locally, interstate, overseas)	– What activities are available during treatment? – Do you need a certain type of coaching?

After-Care:	Cultural:
– Will you transition to a Sober Living Facility? – Can you access addiction support groups? – How often are monitoring and check-ins?	– What are your religious needs? – Do you prefer gender-specific accommodation? – Are you Indigenous, LGBTQI or a juvenile?

Environment:	Extra Considerations:
– Can you stay in a hospital or medical centre? – Would you benefit from urban or nature setting? – What are the number of residents?	– Are you being treated for other illnesses? – Do you have a disability? – Are you a smoker?

Above all, rehab and treatment programs can help you plan for your future. Addiction is a life-long chronic condition for some people (American College of Physicians, 2017). So recovery centres will have advice for accessing long-term support.

To sum up: drug and alcohol abuse is complex, and so pathways to recovery can vary. But the key thing to remember is – You Don’t Have To Cope With This On Your Own.