Carole’s Story

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Carole's Story

Here’s Carole’s Story:

“Hello, my name is Carole and I’m an alcoholic.

I have been in addiction for just over 25 years.

I first got introduced to Better Way by a friend in March 22, I was a very lost and broken lady emotionally, physically and spiritually. I didn’t know where to turn after having a relapse after 10 months clean. I didn’t have a network of support at that time and I was very lonely. I had lots of relapses along the way, I couldn’t get past 10 days before I’d fall, but the one thing I did do was, I kept coming back. Better Way for me was my safe place, a place where I could share with other addicts just like me and not be judged!

I remember being told by a staff member “We will love you Carole, until you learn to love yourself!” I remember thinking, they do really care at Better Way. Those loving words, I will never forget. I cried like a child. We are like a big family at Better Way, everyone wants nothing more than to see you well. One of the workers, Zoe, helped me a lot with my mental health issues and signposted me to Mental Health services. Most of the addicts I’ve connected with have mental health issues too, running alongside addiction.

I went through a really tough period in August and I’m very lucky to be here today, writing this!

Better Way;- the staff, volunteers and my peers, also my daughter and sister and other agencies, supported me through the difficult time. Today, as I write this, I’m 85 days clean and pick up my 3 months key ring on Saturday. I never in a million years thought I’d ever get this far. I’m a grateful addict. They say a grateful addict doesn’t relapse, I’m very grateful for Better Way for providing the safe place where other addicts and I can come everyday of the week with no judgement… only empathy, compassion and hope.

Better Way Recovery is most definitely the better way!!

Anyone struggling out there, pop along to Better Way to get some connection and support in a safe environment.”

Carole 🏆❤️😁😊


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