Drug and Alcohol Rehab Preston
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Preston Drug and Alcohol Rehab Treatment Centres
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab Preston
Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centres in Preston
- When should addiction treatment be completed?
- Localised support through a drug and alcohol rehab in Preston
- Our Rehab Facilities
- Images of Our Facilities
- Facilities at Ocean Recovery
- The benefits of a drug and alcohol rehab in Preston
- Psychological treatment options
- Inspected & Regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
- Who Takes Care of You at Ocean Recovery?
- What Past Inpatients Think About Ocean Recovery
Are you struggling with a drug and alcohol addiction? Are you finding it difficult to gauge when addiction treatment should be completed? Are you struggling to hear through the noise of pre-conceived ideas and stigmas related to addiction?
If so, do not worry. This is a highly common point for those suffering with an addiction and/or mental health issue. However, within this time, it is important to understand that support is available to you. It’s vital to remember that addiction treatment can be completed at any given time. It is also imperative to consider that those stigmas are incorrect, commonly communicated by those with minimal addiction knowledge.
Here at Ocean Recovery, we are here to help through our Lancashire based CQC approved rehab centre. We promote high-quality, consistent treatment programmes that will truly help you. Experience our help and overcome the struggle of addiction. Reach out today to understand your next best steps, with a focus on residential rehab.
When should addiction treatment be completed?
This is a common question received by our addiction specialists here at Ocean Recovery. Although in an ideal world, we would urge everyone reading this who is struggling to complete addiction treatment now, this isn’t feasible.
Timing is very important when hoping to reach addiction recovery. It is vital that you’re mentally prepared for what is ahead, along with committing to the process of rehab. Rehab will be challenging. If you’re not prepared mentally, it will not offer worthwhile experiences or results, along with reducing your desire to recover in the future.
With this in mind, it is important that you’re ready and willing to invest. Addiction treatment can be completed at any given time. Whether you’re struggling with minor physical side effects, all the way up to a chronic addiction that has been lived with for years. It is readily available for all, no matter which stage of addiction you may be experiencing.
Yet, we urge you to think about what’s ahead, ensuring that now is the right time for you. Feel free to contact our team today to discuss your rehab options.
Localised support through a drug and alcohol rehab in Preston
If you’re hoping to recover locally our centre might be the best option for you as our centre is just 30 minutes away.
Speak to our local team today for more information on how our addiction recovery programmes can help. When undertaking drug and alcohol rehab it is vital that you follow the guidance of our rehab specialists. Consider the benefits of the different programmes we can offer as part of our drug and alcohol rehab Preston service and choose which one would benefit yourself or a loved one most.
Our Rehab Facilities
At Ocean Recovery, we are extremely proud of our state-of-the-art facility. We provide residents with the most relaxing stay possible and they can enjoy our modern establishment.
Ocean Recovery Facilities include:
CQC Registered
FREE Transportation Included
Medically Assisted Detoxification
2 Executive, Sea View Double Ensuite Rooms
8 Double or Single Ensuite Rooms
3 Single Rooms with Dedicated Separate Bathroom
Comfortable Communal Lounge with Piano & Sky TV
Beautiful Modern Dining Lounge
External Courtyard and Outside Seating Area
12 Months FREE Aftercare
Regular Contact with Loved Ones Encouraged
Large Multi-Purpose Group Activity Room with Superb Sea Views
The benefits of a drug and alcohol rehab in Preston
By investing into residential rehab in Preston, you’ll have access to a personalised treatment programme. This will tackle both addictions and mental health issues on their heads. Rehab journeys will commonly begin with a drug and alcohol detox. This will prepare the body for a future without addictive substances.
Although a detox programme can be challenging to complete, there are many benefits associated, with its ability to progress recovery as the pinnacle benefit. You’ll increase your susceptibility and readiness to continue through addiction treatment, by completing a detox. Please be reassured that this treatment option will be overseen by our medical staff, prioritising your health and safety.
Psychological treatment options
Once you’ve completed a drug and alcohol detox programme, psychological treatment options will always be recommended. Many addictions stem from underlying psychological issues. Our team will work with you to get to the bottom of those issues, along with any mental health issues.
Expect to complete addiction treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy, support groups, motivational therapy and counselling sessions. Change your outlook on drugs and alcohol with the support of our addiction counsellors.
Begin your journey to sobriety through our rehab programmes
Recover both physically and mentally through our residential rehab programmes. Reach your pinnacle goal of sobriety through our valuable, structure treatment programmes.
Continue your recovery through outpatient treatment at a drug and alcohol rehab in Preston. We will continue to motivate and guide you through post rehab life, helping you develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Start your journey to sobriety with our help here at Ocean Recovery. We can vouch for our rehab programmes, known to support those who are looking to rehabilitate. If you’re ready to truly say goodbye to your drug and alcohol addiction, start today.
Inspected & Regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Our rehab centre is regulated and audited by the Care Quality Commission – so what does this mean?
The CQC work as an independent, non-bias regulatory body within the care industry, including the likes of addiction centres like us at Ocean Recovery Centre.
We’re happy to share with you our recent audit review and results here on our CQC profile. Feel free to take a look into the report and find out why people are so happy with our services and how you too, can find your happiness once again at Ocean Recovery Centre.
Who Takes Care of You at Ocean Recovery?
Whether it is yourself going to rehab, or somebody else you care for, we understand that it is important to know who is going to be there. Going to rehab is already an intimidating prospect, so to soften that a little more, find the profiles, expertise and faces behind Ocean Recovery and how our centre runs on professionals with experience in all the right areas.
Our staff not only hold the credentials but also the empathy and some even the experience of suffering from addiction themselves. You’re in a non-judgemental zone with the ability to freely recover and be totally vulnerable, find out more about our great team below.
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John Gillen
DirectorEuropean Pioneer of NAD+ Therapy John has travelled extensively around…
View bioJohn Gillen
Director
European Pioneer of NAD+ Therapy
John has travelled extensively around the world, culminating in 19 years’ experience looking at different models. He is the European pioneer of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) treatment to Europe in 2010; and recently back from the USA bringing state of the art Virtual Reality Relapse Prevention and stress reduction therapy. His passion extends to other metabolic disturbances and neurodegenerative diseases. The journey continues. In recent times, John has travelled to Russia to study and research into a new therapy photobiomudulation or systemic laser therapy working with NAD+ scientists and the very best of the medical professionals in the UK and the USA, together with Nadcell, Bionad Hospitals own select Doctors, nurses, dieticians and therapists. Johns’ passion continues to endeavour to bring to the UK and Europe new developments with NAD+ Therapy in preventive and restorative medicine and Wellness. In 2017 John Gillen was made a visiting Professor at the John Naisbitt university in Belgrade Serbia. -
Madissar Iqbal
Operations ManagerMadissar has a wealth of experience in a managerial position…
View bioMadissar Iqbal
Operations Manager
Madissar has a wealth of experience in a managerial position within substance misuse for over 20 years, working with offending behaviour and criminal justice. Madissar began his career as a prison officer in 2000 and progressed further in the substance misuse field within the prison settings delivering various short duration programmes and linking prisoners to community-based treatment providers before their release. In 2006 Madissar successfully managed to set up the Drug Intervention Programme within Bedfordshire. This later transpired to successfully securing a service manager role and developing the Drug Rehabilitation Requirement Order. Madissar successfully secured various managerial positions within the substance misuse field with joint partnership working with Integrated Offender Management and police in reducing drug-related offending behaviour. Madissar gained extensive experience and expertise working for several organisations, such as Adapt, Rapt, Addaction, Westminster Drug Project, Hertfordshire Couty Council, NHS and Next Step Support. Madissar holds a diploma in level 5 Leadership and Management and has extensive experience in the senior managerial role. Madissar passion lies in supporting services to achieve their goals and objectives. In the last two years, Madissar progressed further in mental health as a senior managerial role, overseeing residential rehabilitation and supporting living accommodations with adults (18+) with a range of diverse complex needs.
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Maggie Cork
CQC Registered ManagerMaggie has a lengthy history in Women`s Health and Wellbeing…
View bioMaggie Cork
CQC Registered Manager
Maggie has a lengthy history in Women`s Health and Wellbeing and was a founder member of Fylde Coast Women`s Refuge Group, an issue she remains passionate about. A fully qualified counsellor specialising in childhood sexual abuse and domestic violence, Maggie is also experienced in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Maggie has worked in drug and alcohol services for over 27 years – as a counsellor, project worker, team leader, manager, and area manager in the voluntary and community sectors. Most recently, as the CQC Registered Manager at Ocean Recovery & Wellness Centre. She has gained much experience in all areas of addiction, and addictive behaviours, throughout her career. Maggie is dedicated, totally committed to and passionate about her work and the difference this can make to those struggling with addiction. Outside of work, Maggie is a keen gardener and loves spending time with Alfie, her giant, long-haired German Shepherd.
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Laura Shanahan (RGN)
Nurse Practitioner / DeputyLaura has been a practising nurse for 13 years. She…
View bioLaura Shanahan (RGN)
Nurse Practitioner / Deputy
Laura has been a practising nurse for 13 years. She felt she had the innate skills well suited to nursing and always felt a strong calling to the profession. Laura studied for four years at UCLAN in Preston to gain the required qualifications, working in substance misuse, prisons and residential care settings ever since. She now feels she has found her ‘niche’ in the substance misuse field. Born and bred locally, she has two children, enjoys live music and country walks. She brings with her an empathic and practical approach to client welfare. Teamwork, good morale, and laughter are the reasons Laura enjoys working at Ocean Recovery.
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Iain Armstrong
Support WorkerIain has personal experience of recovery, being five years clean…
View bioIain Armstrong
Support Worker
Iain has personal experience of recovery, being five years clean and sober himself. He has worked in social care for most of his adult life, primarily supporting clients with complex mental health needs in various settings. He joined the Ocean Recovery team in 2021 and feels that working in a field where he has personal experience is of benefit to all. He very much enjoys family life, music, walking and meditation. Iain is a patient, resilient and compassionate member of the team.
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Phil Grimes
Recovery WorkerPhil is an experienced and dedicated recovery worker; he has…
View bioPhil Grimes
Recovery Worker
Phil is an experienced and dedicated recovery worker; he has been at Ocean Recovery since 2016. He is passionate about helping others transform their lives, having spent 25 years in addiction himself. He has been clean and living his best life since 2008. He is an experienced group facilitator and qualified life coach who uses CBT, NLP and ACT mindfulness relapse prevention techniques, all of which he is qualified in. He has a wealth of experience, having worked with young offenders, homeless, prolific offenders, and complex mental health needs. Phil thrives in the recovery environment and is a passionate, forward-thinking and realistic member of the team.
What Past Inpatients Think About Ocean Recovery
We don’t expect you to just take our word for it, we have many reviews about stays at Ocean Recovery Centre with people showing the public just what it is like to reach sobriety in our care.
From the staff to the facilities, find out what people had to say about their recovery journey.
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