Canberra is the capital city of Australia and its largest inland city. It became the capital following the Federation of Australia. Its population stands at under 500,000 people. Many of these people will get to a point where they struggle with drug or alcohol use. But there are Canberra rehab facilities that can help them make a recovery.

Alternatively, some people may find that coming to Liberty Home in South Africa may offer them their best chance at recovery.

Preparing for Inpatient Addiction Rehab

One of the most prevalent forms of treating addiction is primary care. In residential care, a person checks themselves into an inpatient treatment facility and commits to stay in that facility to receive intensive support for their alcohol or drug use. A programme will usually last 28 days, but some centres will offer longer programmes for people based on their unique needs.

28 days or longer in an inpatient facility is a major commitment, and once a person has resolved to go through that treatment, they will have to prepare for it. One of the most important things a person can do to prepare is to detox.

Many treatment facilities offer detox and rehab services, but not every facility will be equipped to handle detoxification services, they may work with nearby facilities that can.

While private rehab facilities will provide accommodations, many may still want to bring personal items to make their rooms more comfortable.

Logistical arrangements will have to be made. Anyone who goes to an inpatient treatment programme will have to pack enough clothes. Most programmes will integrate fitness as a form of holistic therapy, so some clients may have to pack exercise clothes before going into inpatient treatment.

If they’re travelling to a different country for treatment, then they’ll also have to make sure that they’ve got all the paperwork needed for an extended stay.

Substance Use in Canberra

In Canberra and Australia as a whole, alcohol consumption and drug use are significant concerns. In 2022, there were just under 1400 overdose deaths, most of which occurred at home. Alcohol is also the most common substance for which people seek treatment.

This indicates the need for comprehensive treatment services in Canberra and Australia as a whole.

Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Canberra

Because of the need for treatment in the Canberra region, several facilities can provide treatment and support in Canberra. These services include:

They offer addiction and mental health treatment services in a private retreat setting.

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Canberra Detox and Rehab Services

They are a not-for-profit organization that provides a range of free treatment services.

Cosmopolitan Centre, Woden Square, Phillip, 21 Bowes St, Canberra ACT 2606

Directions Health Services

They offer various programmes for drug and alcohol dependency.

Ground floor, Ground floor/2 Napier Cl, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia

Karralika Programs

Other Addiction Recovery Options

The rehab facilities can offer a person a path to recovery. There are, however, other treatment options that include:

They offer support for alcohol use.

Alcoholics Anonymous

They offer support for drug addiction.

Narcotics Anonymous

Why Come to Our Rehab Clinic in Cape Town

While the treatment options in Canberra can help a person with their recovery, there are still some good reasons to come to Cape Town for treatment. These reasons include:

Cost-Efficiency

A private rehab facility in Australia can cost quite a bit of money for treatment. Coming to Cape Town means being able to access the same level of care and comfort at a fraction of the price, making us the more cost-effective option even after factoring in the cost of travel.

Privacy

For a lot of people, being known as a substance user can have a detrimental effect on their reputation. As such, they will want confidential treatment. Coming to South Africa instead of a retreat in the Canberra region can add a protective layer over their privacy due to the distance.

Distance

That distance can also serve to help people focus. By being far away from normal circumstances, a person can focus on their treatment instead of being worried over their triggers.

Isolation

Similarly, coming to South Africa can isolate a person from their enablers. These people may or may not have contributed to a person’s substance use, and being away from them can give someone clarity.

Security

Our facility is located in a private neighbourhood that is patrolled by security. Our guests can be assured of their safety when seeking treatment.

Symbolism

Coming to a new country can be a symbolic gesture. It can represent leaving an old life behind to start anew.

Why Sober Living is Important in Recovery

Inpatient care is not the only form of addiction and mental health treatment available. When a person finishes their alcohol and drug treatment, they’ll leave the facility. However, not every patient will be ready to return to the real world. For them, the recovery journey may include an extra step.

Sober living can be that extra step. In a sober living programme, a person retreats to a place that is more akin to a home than a medical facility. In that facility, they will receive continued support for drug or alcohol addiction while also receiving counselling to help them rebuild their lives.

Sober living can also be an important part of relapse prevention, as many programmes focus on giving residents the skills they need to make the conscious choice to refrain from using alcohol and other drugs. This type of service can help sustain long-term recovery.

Recognising When to Seek Treatment

Every step of the recovery process can be difficult. Detoxification, for example, will often come with withdrawal symptoms that can make it a particularly difficult step to navigate. However, the hardest part for many people will be to admit that there is a problem and recognise the need to seek rehabilitation and other mental health services.

It’s often the realisation that a person has lost control that compels them to seek support services. They can come to this realisation via an intervention or hitting a low point.

People who have a dependency on substances will deny that they have an addiction or minimise the impact it has on their well-being. It often falls to a person’s loved ones to come together and stage an intervention to compel them to seek the support that they need.

Some people can also hit a point where they become aware of the impact that substance use has had on them. Some may seek out a therapist who specialises in addiction or other alcohol and drug services to help them with detox and recovery.

Contact Us for Treatment and Recovery

At Liberty Home, we know that recovery can seem impossible, but we’ll offer guidance and support at every step of the way on the road to recovery. Contact us to learn more about the path to a life free of addiction.