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I want more life

Posted By greenjj77

"I want more life"

About: Telford STaRS

(as a service user),

The hospital have been very good when I've used them. Problem is they are so under staffed. Mental health have been also very good, but also are under staffed.

Alcohol services also brilliant when used and are always there to help. All services are here to assist and help, and should be used when needed.

While having a drinking problem which caused my health problem, I thought to myself, 'Oh Blow it, not worth living'. But now I have sorted my drink problem. My thoughts are so much different. I want more life.

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Response from George Kelly, Service Lead, Telford Stars, Inclusion about a year and a half ago
George Kelly
Service Lead, Telford Stars,
Inclusion

Submitted on 06/10/2022 at 17:24
Published on Care Opinion at 17:24

Hi greenjj77

Firstly well done for sorting your drink problem, which has in turn helped your thought process, encouraged you to want more from life and moved you away from those negative thoughts. That is brilliant, just brilliant to hear. Please continue to access all the support you need.

All services are here to support and also as you mention some are very under staffed, however all doing the best they can under difficult circumstances. Hopefully you are also aware that there are other forms of help available such as mutual aid groups/meetings. NA, AA, CA, SMART recovery, alongside Calm Cafes and other local community support services. If you have access to a computer or smart phone then google these and you will find websites for these services where you can self refer into, or if you are still engaging with services then they can support your referral. Equally if possible access hobbies, interests, sports, walking, learn something new such as guitar a new language, or whatever past times you enjoy as this should help alleviate boredom and help develop coping strategies etc.

Well done in your recovery, stay safe and keep moving forward.

George - Service Manager

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