Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales and is one of the most expensive and livable cities in the world to live in. When people outside of Australia think of an Australian city, they likely picture Sydney and the Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House.

It’s also one of the most diverse cities in the world, with around 40% of its population being born overseas. The city has hosted the Olympics, the Rugby World Cup, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup. It has a population of just under 5.5 million people, and many of them will struggle with substance use. However, many Sydney rehab centres can help them find a path to recovery.

That said, some will find that coming to Liberty Home in Cape Town may offer them their best shot at overcoming addiction.

Why Choose Inpatient Care?

For many people, being in a treatment centre, even a luxury rehab facility, may not seem appealing. Even if a person recognises the need for addiction or mental health treatment, many people may be wary of going into inpatient treatment. This is understandable, as being in an inpatient facility will generally keep a person away from their loved ones for 28 days. This can be even longer depending on the centre and the person’s needs.

A residential rehabilitation programme can have numerous benefits for a person who is struggling with alcohol or drug addiction. They can receive various forms of therapy consistently while they are in residential treatment. They can receive a treatment programme that is tailored to their individual needs and treatment goals.

In residential rehab, a person will also be in a controlled environment where they will be in a controlled environment wherein they will have no access to drugs or alcohol, so they’ll have no choice but to remain sober.

Drug and Alcohol Addiction in Sydney

Substance use is prevalent in New South Wales. 74% of people in the state reported drinking alcohol in 2019, and almost 16% of people reported using illicit drugs in the same period.

These rates underscore the need for rehabilitation centres in the area to help people make a recovery journey.

Local Rehab Centres

Because of the need for treatment in the area, several rehabs in Sydney can offer confidential care. These addiction rehabs in Sydney include:

This is an accredited hospital that treats mental health and addiction.

24 Beach St, Curl Curl NSW 2096

South Pacific Private

This hospital offers residential and day treatment for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

3 McCausland Pl., Kellyville, NSW 2055

Aurora Kellyville Private Hospital

They offer bespoke care using evidence-based and holistic approaches.

9 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000

Highlands Recovery

Other Addiction Treatment Programmes

There are also other treatment options in Sydney. These include:

They offer support for people who struggle with their drinking.

Alcoholics Anonymous

They offer support for people who struggle with drug addiction.

Narcotics Anonymous

Why Come to Us over Rehab in Sydney?

While the centres in Sydney can offer the therapeutic care that people need to overcome addiction, there are still a number of reasons to come to Cape Town for treatment. These reasons include:

Price

A luxury rehabilitation facility in Australia can be quite costly. As such, private rehabilitation can be out of reach for a lot of people. Coming to South Africa can allow a person to access a high level of care and comfort for a fraction of the price that it would cost in Australia.

Privacy

For a lot of people, confidentiality will be of utmost importance in treatment. The distance between Australia and South Africa can help maintain a person’s privacy by keeping a person far away from any prying eyes.

Isolation

Coming to South Africa can isolate a person from their enablers. Some people may not necessarily want a person to overcome addiction, and coming to Cape Town can allow a person to seek treatment away from anyone who may not have their best interests at heart.

Distance

In the same vein, coming to Cape Town can also distance a person from the circumstances that may have triggered or contributed to their substance use. This allows them to focus on their recovery.

Security

Our facility in South Africa is in a private, quiet neighbourhood that is patrolled by security. This allows our clients to be able to relax and know that they are while they receive treatment.

Continuity of Care

Continuity can also be important for a person. After completing our primary care programme, a person can transition into our sober living programme to continue their treatment, being there for our clients every step of the way.

What Happens After Treatment?

Residential drug and alcohol rehab is often the end of the recovery process. However, people will need further treatment to overcome addiction. There are many other ways that a person can continue to find support depending on their personalised plan.

Many people can transition into a sober living programme, which can be instrumental in helping a person rebuild their independence and navigate the world while making a choice to be sober. It can also help people rediscover important life skills such as maintaining relationships and careers.

In some cases, a person may have to go to detox again before a sober living programme if they relapse between ending inpatient care and starting sober living.

Maintaining Sobriety After Treatment

One of the most important parts of recovery is maintaining sobriety. The risk of relapse is high with substance use, so many people who are in treatment will want to find ways to maintain their sobriety. Many treatment plans for substance addiction integrate holistic approaches such as yoga and mindfulness, as these holistic practices can be done outside treatment and can help a person maintain their sobriety.

Another way to maintain sobriety from alcohol and drugs is to have a strong support system. This support system can include friends and family. It should also consist of support groups and mental health professionals such as therapists.

Our Rehab Programme Can Help You

Our drug and alcohol rehab centre can help you or a loved one recover from addiction or mental health issues. We can help you retake your health and wellness with our tailored rehabilitation programmes. Contact us to learn more.