From the Families - My boy is back!

Outpatient Rehab Melbourne| Rehab at Home

Thank you, ASV

5 months ago my dear son transitioned overnight from utter despair, self-sabotage and self-loathing (due to a 3 year Ice addiction following a 10-year grip of heroin) to a new life of fresh prospect, hope, health and enthusiasm through a 'sober' life. Most importantly, it was Jason Bowman of Addictions Solutions Victoria, with his professional, personal and unique take on addiction recovery, who mentored my son to turn his life around. In short…a brilliant metamorphosis!

Jason worked one on one with him daily, through his rehab at home outpatient rehab Melbourne, a non-residential rehabilitation/recovery program, that uplifts, guides and coaches, without the usual parameters of rehabs, and which suited my son who was probably 'rehabbed out' - although having gained a good template from those experiences too.

32 now, with self-esteem, confidence and self-awareness growing every day, my son is working, moving into an independent lifestyle for the first time and is looking forward to pursuing his music dreams again. This, along with all other dreams, relationships along with his sense of self were crushed last year after the loss of a dear friend, while both in rehab, a concurrent robbery and his resulting eviction due to two previous relapses and he returned to the family home eventually, completely broken, which eventually almost broke me too.....and then, happily, along came Jason.

My son is now 'dedicated', as he said emphatically the other day, to the A.S.V program, the 12 Steps lifestyle, philosophy and fellowship and the all-so-important social connectedness that he avoided for so long. I know now he values himself from the core and his higher power, but most of all - he is comfortable in becoming his real self. And this from a mother's perspective, no matter what the age, is a gift like no other.

I personally thank you Jason for your dedication and belief in my son and his new life turnaround.

Recovery from addiction is possible. - a lived experience from Sam

If you or a loved one are impacted by addiction you should know that recovering from addiction is a process. It’s never an easy road, but it can be done with the right support and guidance.

Imagine your life without drugs or alcohol—how great would that feel? The journey out of addiction takes time and patience.

It’s always hard to admit you have a problem, but it can be even harder to find solutions. The journey out of addiction is long and difficult. It’s important for those who are struggling with addiction to know that they are not alone in their struggle—there is hope!

When a person realises they have an issue with problematic substance use, its time to find some acceptance regarding the reality of their position and reach out for professional assistance. This can be the most difficult step, but it is also the most important one. After admitting that there is a problem, it’s time to seek out professional help.

The next step is to make a commitment to recovery. This means that you are dedicated to making changes in your life and putting in the hard work it takes to get better. Recovery is not a quick fix, it’s a lifelong journey.

You will need to be patient and stay committed to your treatment plan if you want your recovery to be successful.

Recovery from addiction is possible, but you must also make yourself open and willing to accept the help that is available. It’s a difficult journey at times, but it can bring your life back on track--it did mine!

After I was diagnosed with an opioid use disorder in 2017, my life was in shambles. I had lost my job and almost all of my friends because of the drugs. My family thought they would never see me again—I disappeared for months on end, just to get a fix.

Of course, eventually, the day came when I couldn’t find a fix. It was the last straw. I was done, broken, desperate and scared. I called the rehab at home support team and told them that I needed help. I knew it was time for me to quit using drugs once and for all.

The staff at my recovery program were great! They helped me through withdrawal, which is a very difficult process with opioids like heroin or painkillers. When you suddenly stop taking these drugs, you can go through terrible symptoms like vomiting and sweating.

After I was in recovery for a while, the staff helped me find sober housing so that I could get back on my feet again. I was also able to attend a support group for people who are in recovery from addiction, which really helped me stay on track and motivated throughout my recovery process.

I’ve now been clean for over two years because of the help that I received at the ASV! My family is so happy that I am sober and they can finally see the old me again.

Forever grateful.

Sam

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jason@addictionsolutionsvictoria.org.au

1227-1229 Malvern Road

Malvern, VIC 3144

"ASV programs and services provide affordable, evidence-based drug and alcohol rehab options across Melbourne, Victoria. The core program is delivered in the persons home where they feel safe and their privacy is protected". - Jase Bowman - ASV CEO Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center, Melbourne 2020.

ASV staff provide programs that are delivered by experienced, qualified industry professionals.

For more information call Jason on 03 8374 7648

Email jason@addictionsolutionsvictoria.org.au

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