Drug and alcohol rehab in Loughborough

Addiction is a major societal issue, and there is an increasing number of people each year who are sadly trapped in a daily struggle with drugs or alcohol. The effects of addiction on your health, relationships and career can be huge, but it is important to always know that help is available to everyone who needs it. There are fantastic rehab centres in Loughborough providing excellent drug rehab and alcohol rehab treatment programmes which can help you to overcome your addiction and make a fresh start.

If you want to know more, here is our guide to drug and alcohol rehab in Loughborough.

Types of addiction treatment and rehab programmes in Loughborough

When you are making your rehab plans, you need to understand the two treatment options available, as there are various treatment centres offering both outpatient treatment in Loughborough and inpatient treatment in Loughborough. In order to decide which approach will be most effective for you, it is important to understand how they differ.

Outpatient addiction treatment (day rehab)

Many people automatically choose outpatient addiction treatment at a day rehab centre for two main reasons: it is free, and they don’t need to stay in rehab as a resident. You may also be leaning this way, and on the face of it, day rehab does seem the more convenient option. Undergoing outpatient treatment means you will only need to go to the clinic for your appointments, while the rest of the time, you can carry on with your normal life. Unfortunately, it is in our normal lives where we experience the stresses and difficulties which often trigger and fuel addiction.

Inpatient addiction treatment (residential rehab)

To escape these triggers and give yourself the opportunity to concentrate on recovery, it is often better to commit to inpatient treatment at a residential rehab centre. This will provide you with the peace and immersive environment needed to really tackle your addiction head on. There are some excellent rehab centres in Loughborough offering inpatient treatment, and with a little homework, you will be able to find the ideal treatment programme for you. Unlike day rehab, staying in a residential addiction treatment centre does require payment, but if you have private health insurance, it may cover some of the cost.

Why inpatient rehab?

Inpatient treatment incorporates a wide range of therapies, including one-to-one therapy, group therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This varied approach means that every aspect of addiction is addressed and that different clients’ needs are met.

Another benefit of private inpatient treatment is that you will be able to choose between the various rehab clinics available. To help you make this choice, you can compare each clinic’s CQC ratings, which are given are given by the Care Quality Commission based on everything from staff numbers to facility standards.

Residential rehab centres also assist their clients’ families through the rehab process with comprehensive family support programmes. These help families to understand what their loved one is going through at each stage of the treatment. At Recovery.org.uk, we also provide conjoints for clients and their families, which are special sessions designed to help build relationships and give everyone a chance to express their feelings.

What should I expect from a detox in Loughborough?

Detox is one of the most important steps in the entire addiction treatment process, as it removes all drugs and alcohol from your system so that you can begin your therapy. However, detox can lead to severe and potentially dangerous withdrawal symptoms, so it is always best done with professional medical guidance.

Medical detox

When you are admitted for inpatient addiction treatment, that professional medical guidance will be provided from minute one. You will first undergo a full medical assessment so that the experts can judge whether you are likely to experience dangerous withdrawal symptoms like seizures, high blood pressure or hallucinations. Your risk factor can be affected by everything from the extent of your addiction to your general health and fitness, and you may be offered a medical drug or alcohol detox if the medical experts are worried. This is when you undergo alcohol or drug detox with 24/7 supervision and with the assistance of detox medicine. This will help you to stay safe and comfortable until the detox process is complete and you can begin your therapy. People undergoing day rehab who require medical detox usually have to wait a long time for one of the NHS’s limited inpatient beds to become available, and this can seriously delay treatment.

Drug and alcohol rehab programme

The recovery approach at our centres follow a 12-step programme which incorporates one-to-one therapy, group therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This is designed to provide a holistic approach to treatment so that our clients have the best chance of a successful recovery. Other addiction centres may follow a non-12-step programme, but this will only address limited aspects of addiction. It takes four weeks to complete the first few steps of our programme. You will need to give yourself at least this amount of time for rehab, but the longer you are able to commit, the more positive your recovery outlook will be.

Is rehab free?

The NHS does provide free addiction treatment services which are available through self-referral to anyone who needs them. Unfortunately, spaces are so limited that your GP may instead recommend a detox programme. Speak to the charity Turning Point if you are interested in private inpatient treatment, as they may be able to help with the costs.

Free addiction treatment services in Loughborough

As well as NHS services, there are also other free services available in the Loughborough area. Try going along to your local AA meeting, where you will be able to get invaluable advice and support.

The downside to free services

The main issue with free NHS services is that they are not able to offer patients a holistic approach to treatment. This is because they do not have the resources of private inpatient treatment centres. Despite the best efforts of NHS addiction staff, government cuts have left free services well short in terms of both available places at day rehab and appointment times for those who are lucky enough to get a place. The majority of free services are only able to offer group therapy, and it is extremely difficult for outpatients to access services like medical detox.

The benefits of residential rehab in Loughborough

• Immediate admission to rehab with no need to wait for a place to become available
• Full medical assistance and assessment to ascertain extent of addiction
• Medical detox available for every client at risk of developing severe withdrawal symptoms during detox
• Excellent standards of room and board available in residential rehab centres
• A diverse range of therapies to suit all clients’ needs and address every aspect of addiction
• Family support programmes and conjoint sessions to help loved ones throughout the rehab process
• A choice of addiction treatment centres with CQC ratings to help clients choose
• Ongoing aftercare services provided

What happens after a rehab programme?

Completing rehab is a huge achievement, and after some well-earned rest and celebration, it’s time to look forward to what comes next. At Recovery.org.uk, we are committed to providing support and assistance for every one of our clients, long after they have completed their recovery programme.

Aftercare programmes

This support and assistance comes with our comprehensive aftercare programmes, which are specially designed to help our clients deal with difficult moments after leaving rehab. We provide further group therapy sessions, and introduce clients to the online network of UKAT alumni so that they can meet other people who are experiencing the same things.

Support groups

As well as taking part in our aftercare programme, you may also benefit from connecting with some local support groups in the Loughborough area. Depending on your circumstances, try reaching out to some of these excellent organisations:

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

Cocaine Anonymous (CA)

SMART Recovery

Long-term recovery from addiction

Long-term recovery is a marathon, not a sprint, and our job is to provide our clients with all the tools they need to complete their personal marathon. Just know that from the first time you contact us, we will be by your side every step of the way.

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