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Family Support
We understand that addiction affects not only the person themselves, but family, friends and work colleagues too. We refer to all those affected by someone’s addiction as a “Concerned Person”.
We believe strongly that concerned persons must also support in their own journey to recovery and this is an important part of the treatment we provide.
During the residential treatment, we expect that all clients will have concerned persons present on at least three occasions for group therapy. Tuesday is normally Concerned Person day and clients very often say it was the important part of their treatment. Download our information sheet for concerned persons here. This sheet will also tell you about our concerned person support group which we run every Tuesday as well as what to expect while here!
Download our PDF on Concerned Persons Workshop. The next workshop is scheduled for 13th April 2024 and places can be booked by phoning reception.
Download our Concerned Person Booklet which will tell you all you need to know about your involvement in your loved one's treatment program
How to help someone with addiction
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Alcoholism
We have a variety of treatments available for alcohol addiction, ranging from personal counselling sessions to full residential care.
Gambling
Gambling Addiction is a persistent problem in Ireland but at the Rutland Centre, we have a proven record of helping our clients overcome this addiction.
Sex and Pornography
Despite its recent increases due to greater access online, pornography addiction is nothing new to the Rutland Centre.
Drug Addiction
We provide a drug-free approach to beat addiction that is proven to be effective. We have 40 years experience in this area with an 86% abstinence rate amongst our past clients.
Gaming
Video Game addiction is a relatively new phenomenon in recent years, but treating a behavioural addiction like being addicted to gaming is nothing new for us.
Other Addictions
Addiction comes in many shapes and forms and can be different for every person. Find out more about the other addictions we treat.
Legal High Addiction
From medication abuse to synthetic drug addiction, at the Rutland Centre, we have years of experience supporting rehabilitation from addiction to legal highs.
Eating Disorders
We have years of experience in helping our clients understand their addictions and overcome their food related disorders.
Recovery Stories
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Gemma's Story
"I came here in 2009. I was just pretty broken and lost inside and I had been doing some counselling for maybe 10 months. Up until that point I had no idea that I was suffering with addiction for me unlike many people with addiction, mine wasn't really manifesting on the outside it was more internal stuff while..."
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Read More about Helen’s StoryHelen’s Story
"I never thought I’d have to darken the doors as a patient in The Rutland, The Priory, or any rehab centre at all. I mean look at me, I’m 36 years old, handsome enough looking girl, working in finance - doesn’t sound like your typical addict does it now?"
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Conor's Story
"I was the normal sort of teenager, you know what I mean - I would have been out with the lads and drinking, stuff like that. Then before I know it, you start hanging around with different crowds of people and you start getting introduced to people and before i know there's a lot of drugs on..."
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Read More about Mary's StoryMary's Story
"I spent nearly 30 years in turmoil. This included self-harm, starving myself, and self medicating with drugs and alcohol to alleviate the pain and despair that I lived with daily. I attempted suicide on several occasions, I was hospitalised many times, in psych wards and in John of Gods a few times.”
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Read More about Sarah's StorySarah's Story
“I remember feeling lost, afraid, sick, angry and shocked, but most of all betrayed. That day changed me forever. Until then, I had felt safe and loved with my husband. He was my best friend and I trusted him with my life. After that, I never felt safe again. My world as I knew it was gone.”
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Roisin's Story
"As far as I can remember I was 33 years old that year. I've no doubt it was self-medication with me and I had very little tolerance for alcohol so I'd be crying in a corner, she knew very easily. I didn't have my first drink until my..."