self help addiction resource centre

 
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achieving meaningful, satisfying and contributing lives

RSS is a residential service for young people aged 16 to 25 who are experiencing severe problems related to their use of alcohol and other drugs. At RSS we focus on the wellbeing of the members of our community. We believe recovery is an ‘inside job’. We’re here to help you reach your goals and “live your dreams.”

We provide a home-like, safe and supportive living environment and a community where we create authentic recovery opportunities.RSS is for young people who have become aware of a need for personal change and who are prepared to engage inpositive growth.

We aim to:

  • Provide you with information that will allow you to make informed and meaningful choices about your own life
  • Assist you with recovery skills development
  • Offer an inclusive community shared with people who are living proof recovery is possible providing hope and practical support
  • Create a culture of opportunities that enable you to take onvalued roles and participate fully in the community

Recovery

Successfully overcoming addiction problems is a unique and very personal process. For many of us it has been a process of gradual healing and getting a healthy balance in our lives. It’s about discovering talents and developing skills; it’s about learning and growing, having loving relationships and making positive contributions.

Recovery is a state of mind! It’s rising to the challenges of the day with a sense of optimism. It’s moving from feeling powerless to living with confidence and a sense of achievement and purpose.

Where to from here

If you are between 16 and 25 years of age and interested in recovery from severe addiction related problems, call us! In a short telephone conversation, we’ll talk with you about our residential recovery support services.

If you would like to join our community then the next step is to meet with you. At this meeting we will work together to explore what it is you are looking for.

If we can help we’ll assist you in putting together an entry plan that gives a clear path into our residential service.