Testimonials
From one of our Alumni – 17 months of recovery!
Hello… To everyone Reading this, in recovery, still struggling with addiction or looking for a rehabilitation centre for a loved one or yourself… My name is R. On 31st of December 2013 I arrived at Eden recovery center.. I was completely broken and ready to give up on life. I have struggled with addiction for many years.. when I entered Eden recovery I was truly at my rock bottom, broken and empty… Thanks to this fantastic recovery centre, wonderful staff and brilliant programme, I finally have my life back…. I never thought this would be possible!!! Eden was not the only rehabilitation centre I have been to but it IS the only one I have been too that showed me how to love and forgive myself, creating balance in my life by following the N.A programme… I am currently 17 months clean, I have left Johannesburg for a while and am living in another country. (another thing I would never have been able to do while in active addiction) and feeling fantastic!!! I completed 8 weeks at Eden recovery followed by 6 months at Deans halfway house (U turn) so I would like to thank ALL the wonderful staff at Eden!!! Recovery IS possible!!! I wish everyone happiness and love !!! ♡
Letter From A Parent
Thank you Eden for giving me back life. Sitting here, writing this, I have so much to be grateful for. But most of all, I am grateful for another sober day. I am grateful for Eden and the unique treatment that treated me. For the councillors for being such wonderful people. For all the love and compassion bestowed on me. For the staff and all the truly wonderful people I met during my recovery – I am eternally grateful.
Thank you for another sober day.
Toni G
My Experience at Eden Recovery Centre
My gosh! What a disocvery. The people, councillors and eventually being able to find those missing parts of me. I came here and embarked on a journey of pure discovery. My 1st stop was called detox.
I had to get all the drugs out of me. A week or two of frustration and misery, on top of that – anger, but I know that I am free from agony. Let’s carry on finding the rest of me with extensive councilling and a side of listening. So my group – you guys are too cool. Even they gave me some councillling I needed. I thank you Eden for your wisdom and patience. No matter the colour, creed and size, every piece in this room has potentially saved a life. You saved mine! With all the councilling and listening I definitely came to a discovery of all those little parts that were missing. It all boils down to 2 weeks in simplicity. With that comes acceptance and responsibility. Thank you Eden
Unknown
To all at Eden – Staff/councillors/management
I was always apprehensive to come to a rehab due to the negative perceptions thereof. How wrong was I. On 8 March 2016 I decided to go to rehab for myself so that I could find myself once again. When googling rehabs, Eden came up among a whole list of other rehabs. One going through the website I knew that Eden was it. The place for me.
The first few days, I found it difficult to adjust, however thereafter I got into the routine and put my heart and soul ino the 12 steps. It took only a few days for me to realise that this programme was going to change my life. The secret was to be honest with myself and to search deep within me for my weaknesses. This I did by listening tho the councillors and their advice.
Leaving Eden I feel I have the tools to face the big “real”world once again. I have a clean slate to start on and a new chapter to write. Now to everyone at Eden, thanks for caring. It’s your encouragement and guidance that I will always remember going forward on my journey in life. Steve, Lise, Trish, you have been wonderful and I shall always focus and think back to this turning point in my life. I thank God fro guiding me to Eden and I know he will look after me going forward.
Unknown
Home Jerome!! Whoo haa!
Thanks to all the staff from Eden for sharing their wisdom, teaching and sharing their experiences. I have learned a lot and will carry the love, light and positivity with me (*wet eyes*). Special thanks to Cecily, for your encouragement, reinforcement and support through this difficult time! I am happy, ready and confident to leave with my newfound knowledge.
Whoopee!
Karabo
My Experience at Eden Recovery Centre
My gosh! What a disocvery. The people, councillors and eventually being able to find those missing parts of me. I came here and embarked on a journey of pure discovery. My 1st stop was called detox.
I had to get all the drugs out of me. A week or two of frustration and misery, on top of that – anger, but I know that I am free from agony. Let’s carry on finding the rest of me with extensive councilling and a side of listening. So my group – you guys are too cool. Even they gave me some councillling I needed. I thank you Eden for your wisdom and patience. No matter the colour, creed and size, every piece in this room has potentially saved a life. You saved mine! With all the councilling and listening I definitely came to a discovery of all those little parts that were missing. It all boils down to 2 weeks in simplicity. With that comes acceptance and responsibility. Thank you Eden
Unknown
All the stories you hear about rehabs are true. For sure they are just there to help you get better. I was literally screwed mentally, physically and emotionally. My life was going downhill very fast until my parents decided ‘rehab here we go’, and for a better rehab you could not ask for. Eden has everything you can possibly ask for.
They helped me with everything to get my health back on track – nice walks and the greatest foods. Mentally the counsellors sort you out in every possible way. They give attention to each person individually to the best humanly possible. I love my counsellor, she changed me for the better – the way I think, talk and even walk.
All the different people you meet here are your friends for life. Everybody tries to help you. You can either listen to them or just throw them a deaf ear, but then you will be back where you started.
Today I walk out of Eden a new man, feeling different, thinking different and cannot wait to live differently. I have Eden to thank for the rest of my life. It’s like you just met your second family. I’m going to leave you with this: “You are not a bad person getting good, you are a sick person getting better”
Unknown
When I sat at my computer and googled “Rehabilitation Centers” I had no idea what exactly I was looking for. I was a 43 year old woman, and I realized I had lost control over alcohol. I knew I didn’t only need help to stop drinking, but I was in desperate need of counselling. But I was embarrassed and somewhat arrogant about it. I didn’t want to go to a hostel-type environment where I would be surrounded by teenagers and I had to find a facility that was affordable. After looking at four Rehab Centers, a friend of mine suggested I investigate Eden Recovery Centre, as her sister had had huge success during her stay there and she spoke highly of the counsellors. As soon as I contacted Eden I felt that I was enveloped in care. From the moment I was admitted I felt that I could let go of all my worries and inhibitions. Everything was taken care of. Everyone from the medical personnel to the kitchen staff provided me with all I needed. The rooms are very comfortable and very unlike the boarding school arrangement I had feared. The counsellors where of the highest echelon with years of experience, being firm and caring at the same time. I soon made friends with my fellow patients who were from all walks of life. I realized that everyone who comes in with an addiction, are essentially wonderful human beings. It didn’t take long to find the similarities we all share and it was wonderful to confide in and trust people once again. As much as recovery is deadly serious business we all shared many hearty laughs together. Eden follows the 12 step program which not only made me take a long hard look at myself but provided me with the tools I needed to face life again. Being open and honest was critical to my progress. It was gruelling work but exhilarating at the same time. The best part was that I rediscovered the power of my higher self and what my spirituality can bring into my life. An important lesson for me was to surrender. By the time I left Eden I was ready to embrace the world again, with all its ups and downs. I knew I was no longer alone and even after leaving the centre, could seek help from Eden whenever I needed them. It’s truly a home away from home for me now. Someone told me I was very brave to check myself into a rehabilitation centre but it’s one of the best things I could have afforded myself and I am extremely grateful to all at Eden Recovery. Eden Recovery Centre was a God send and I reap the benefits every day of my life.
Unknown
The 6 week time period that I have spent at Eden has been pretty much surreal. After 3 weeks, I started to sleep well which helped to create a feeling of well-being. Although my moods appear to be more stable – I nonetheless have to control my need to dwell in the past and want to curtail my stay at Eden. My counsellor, Cecily, has been indispensable to my recovery and has really been there for me when I want to wander off from the safe and narrow. Cecily has also taught me that miracles do, in fact, happen that I should, at all times, be grateful to my higher power and for making me consciously aware of this.
I wish to say a big word of thanks to all my lecturers for teaching me the tools for recovery, anger-management and relapse prevention. It is now up to me to implement these tools in my daily life. I am leaving Eden with a sense of pride and joy in my heart and, unfortunately, many kilos heavier than when I first arrived.
Eden, may God bless you and all the positive work which you do in helping people like myself, embark on an amazing journey of self-discovery.
Unknown
My Garden Of Eden
My name is Danny. I am 38 years old and I have used for about 14 years. Eden has been my fourth recovery centre and finally I have understood what recovery is about.
Eden has eventually taught me that I cannot do this alone. I have met so many good people in recovery but some of the best I have met at Eden. The activities and lectures have really paid off. I did not get treated like a number but like a person. I felt loved and cared for, I have been guided in a positive direction and I can proudly say I am 35 days clean today.
I felt great about my recovery and this is what I have wanted my whole life and ironically it has been in my face my whole life, I just have not used it until today. I thank Eden Recovery Centre for bringing peace in my life and allowing me to move forward in serenity.
A Wife
Once upon a time, I was very down and depressed. I started experimenting with cocaine to help make me feel better, to suppress my appetite and to cope with life. Eight years later, my life had become so unmanageable that I couldn’t go a day without a drink or some form of drugs. I checked into an awesome recovery centre and now I’m proud to state that along with the amazing programme, I am fearless and clean!
Faye
Home Jerome!! Whoo haa!
Thanks to all the staff from Eden for sharing their wisdom, teaching and sharing their experiences. I have learned a lot and will carry the love, light and positivity with me (*wet eyes*). Special thanks to Cecily, for your encouragement, reinforcement and support through this difficult time! I am happy, ready and confident to leave with my newfound knowledge.
Whoopee!
Karabo
My Experience at Eden Recovery Centre
My gosh! What a disocvery. The people, councillors and eventually being able to find those missing parts of me. I came here and embarked on a journey of pure discovery. My 1st stop was called detox.
I had to get all the drugs out of me. A week or two of frustration and misery, on top of that – anger, but I know that I am free from agony. Let’s carry on finding the rest of me with extensive councilling and a side of listening. So my group – you guys are too cool. Even they gave me some councillling I needed. I thank you Eden for your wisdom and patience. No matter the colour, creed and size, every piece in this room has potentially saved a life. You saved mine! With all the councilling and listening I definitely came to a discovery of all those little parts that were missing. It all boils down to 2 weeks in simplicity. With that comes acceptance and responsibility. Thank you Eden
Unknown
To all at Eden – Staff/councillors/management
I was always apprehensive to come to a rehab due to the negative perceptions thereof. How wrong was I. On 8 March 2016 I decided to go to rehab for myself so that I could find myself once again. When googling rehabs, Eden came up among a whole list of other rehabs. One going through the website I knew that Eden was it. The place for me.
The first few days, I found it difficult to adjust, however thereafter I got into the routine and put my heart and soul ino the 12 steps. It took only a few days for me to realise that this programme was going to change my life. The secret was to be honest with myself and to search deep within me for my weaknesses. This I did by listening tho the councillors and their advice.
Leaving Eden I feel I have the tools to face the big “real”world once again. I have a clean slate to start on and a new chapter to write. Now to everyone at Eden, thanks for caring. It’s your encouragement and guidance that I will always remember going forward on my journey in life. Steve, Lise, Trish, you have been wonderful and I shall always focus and think back to this turning point in my life. I thank God fro guiding me to Eden and I know he will look after me going forward.
Unknown
All the stories you hear about rehabs are true. For sure they are just there to help you get better. I was literally screwed mentally, physically and emotionally. My life was going downhill very fast until my parents decided ‘rehab here we go’, and for a better rehab you could not ask for. Eden has everything you can possibly ask for.
They helped me with everything to get my health back on track – nice walks and the greatest foods. Mentally the counsellors sort you out in every possible way. They give attention to each person individually to the best humanly possible. I love my counsellor, she changed me for the better – the way I think, talk and even walk.
All the different people you meet here are your friends for life. Everybody tries to help you. You can either listen to them or just throw them a deaf ear, but then you will be back where you started.
Today I walk out of Eden a new man, feeling different, thinking different and cannot wait to live differently. I have Eden to thank for the rest of my life. It’s like you just met your second family. I’m going to leave you with this: “You are not a bad person getting good, you are a sick person getting better”
Unknown
When I sat at my computer and googled “Rehabilitation Centers” I had no idea what exactly I was looking for. I was a 43 year old woman, and I realized I had lost control over alcohol. I knew I didn’t only need help to stop drinking, but I was in desperate need of counselling. But I was embarrassed and somewhat arrogant about it. I didn’t want to go to a hostel-type environment where I would be surrounded by teenagers and I had to find a facility that was affordable. After looking at four Rehab Centers, a friend of mine suggested I investigate Eden Recovery Centre, as her sister had had huge success during her stay there and she spoke highly of the counsellors. As soon as I contacted Eden I felt that I was enveloped in care. From the moment I was admitted I felt that I could let go of all my worries and inhibitions. Everything was taken care of. Everyone from the medical personnel to the kitchen staff provided me with all I needed. The rooms are very comfortable and very unlike the boarding school arrangement I had feared. The counsellors where of the highest echelon with years of experience, being firm and caring at the same time. I soon made friends with my fellow patients who were from all walks of life. I realized that everyone who comes in with an addiction, are essentially wonderful human beings. It didn’t take long to find the similarities we all share and it was wonderful to confide in and trust people once again. As much as recovery is deadly serious business we all shared many hearty laughs together. Eden follows the 12 step program which not only made me take a long hard look at myself but provided me with the tools I needed to face life again. Being open and honest was critical to my progress. It was gruelling work but exhilarating at the same time. The best part was that I rediscovered the power of my higher self and what my spirituality can bring into my life. An important lesson for me was to surrender. By the time I left Eden I was ready to embrace the world again, with all its ups and downs. I knew I was no longer alone and even after leaving the centre, could seek help from Eden whenever I needed them. It’s truly a home away from home for me now. Someone told me I was very brave to check myself into a rehabilitation centre but it’s one of the best things I could have afforded myself and I am extremely grateful to all at Eden Recovery. Eden Recovery Centre was a God send and I reap the benefits every day of my life.
Unknown