At 54, Donna from Adelaide had all but given up hope of finding lasting sobriety. After several relapses, …
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Stephen has been part of The Sydney Retreat since its inception, when a conversation with Roger Green, addiction …
Ever wondered what life is like living in a sober house? Here’s everything you need to know about …
We understand how difficult it is to see a loved one, friend or family member suffer from a …
“For years I was stuck in a vicious cycle of alcohol abuse, I tried everything to change and …
Many of our enquiries come from family members, partners and friends whose loved ones have a problem with …
A regular volunteer and event organiser of our popular monthly Breakfast Club, Nicole first started with The Sydney …
The next steps – alcohol relapse prevention The first weeks and months of recovery can be daunting, especially …
Known to the guests and staff as ‘Irish John the Bus Driver’, John is one of five volunteers …
The silly season brings an excess of parties, social gatherings, fun and frivolity along with an excess of …
Meet Jody Whyte, CEO at The Sydney Retreat Jody Whyte has stepped into the role of CEO of …
What is it like at a drug and alcohol rehab? A residential program can be an effective way …
1. DOES REHAB WORK?Yes, there is plenty of evidence-based research to prove that rehab does work. What’s important …
An educated and sought-after medical professional, Shiny’s drinking had seen his life spiral out of control.
Monique began drinking at 17, and from that very first night she really loved the feeling it gave …
Understanding Rehab: Top 5 Questions Answered By The Sydney Retreat
Nelson was one of those guys you might not easily guess would have a drinking problem.
One of the most frequently asked questions we get at The Sydney Retreat is how to convince someone with a …