I entered through the gates of Cassiobury court a very frightened and ill women. This was my first time in treatment and from the start I was made to feel welcome and loved by all the staff.
Once going through my detox , I finally started joining the group workshops and meeting my peers.
This place is amazing , every day you have a routine starting with breakfast and then onto group lessons and ex clients coming in to share their journey with you , which is the best thing ever as they have walked the same steps as you and you can really relate to them and see the hope that their is life after addiction .
You are encouraged to work hard but also have some freedom to rest if needed.
I found my mind opening to finally understand the illness I have been suffering from and to see its not only ME on my own , there are other people like me out there.
Nearly every staff member is in recovery , which is so important as they understand what you are going through and teach you the tools to be able to maintain this once you leave rehab .
You also have the opportunity to go to AA and CA meetings in Watford which is great as you go as a group and then gives you the confidence to continue once you leave .
My keyworker was Rebecca and can not thank her enough , she really is AMAZING and has helped me so much . She is very honest and open and shares her journey with you which gives you the encouragement to feel safe and be able to open up and share yours with her xx
Every member of staff in this place is full of so much knowledge and kindness . You always have someone to talk to if you need a chat or any help .
The food is also fantastic ,Alan and Paula do an amazing job .
There is menu every day and if you don't like what is on offer you can always ask them to make you something else.
Sam and her team do a brilliant job of keeping your rooms clean /maintenance of the building . And again if there is anything you are not happy with or need you can always go to Sam and she will do her best to help you
I have been very lucky to have meet some fantastic and supportive peers at my time in CC.
Rebecca , Ayo , Martin , Gerard , Seth , Jane , Alison , Shipra , Laura , Sam , Raffa , Patricia and every member of staff I thank you from the bottom of my heart
Kel xxxx