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"My journey to sobriety"

About: Change Grow Live / Change Grow Live Reading Dame Carol Detoxification Service

(as a service user),

I have been drinking for 4 years but heavily within the last 3.

I realised I had a drink issue about 1 year ago, it was affecting my marriage, my job and my health. 

I approached CGL for help, who provided me with much needed support.  It took roughly 9 months to be referred to DCDS.  I felt very happy and relieved to be accepted. 

I felt very anxious on my first day, after a couple of days I relaxed and felt much better. I got involved with all of the groups and activities they offer. 

It is now day nine and I feel healthier and happier much more human. I can now be a better person and a better husband. 

I found the evening groups and meditation session really useful. The medical care I received excellent.  

I would like to see more activities available and my suggestion  is ping pong table.

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Response from Emma Smith, Bed Manager, Dame Carol Detox Service, Inclusion 10 months ago
Emma Smith
Bed Manager, Dame Carol Detox Service,
Inclusion
Submitted on 27/08/2024 at 11:38
Published on Care Opinion at 11:38


Hello Dan P,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a care review for us here at Dame Carol.

I am glad, once referred, you felt happy and relieved when you were referred into the unit. Feeling relaxed once settled is always positive.

I am pleased you now feel better in yourself and can take the knowledge and skills you have learnt here home with you.

We wish you all the best for the future and thank you for your comments.

Emma Smith Bed Manager

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