CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
At Camino we believe that testimonials from our alumni are a true reflection of our commitment to excellence. Below you can read some of our most recent recovery stories. Our greatest joy is to hear from past clients whose lives have changed for the better.
Camino and all involved have been wonderfully kind and supportive throughout my stay. I will be leaving with a new found confidence I didn’t know I had, an understanding of who I am and the tools needed to keep me on my path to recovery and for that I am truly grateful. Thank you each and every one of you (and that includes Hugo too!)
Changed my life and my family forever.
Thank you for saving me.
We dropped Mark at the airport as he is off for two months doing volunteering work in a game park. And then hopefully another 3 months around the continent, all depending on covid. The Mark we said goodbye to, is the best Mark for at least the last 6 years. He is really the best he can be; open, continuously in a positive and happy mood, nothing is an issue, very sociable and interacting with us, full of energy, disciplined, committed, sensitive and also clear what he wants. He is a delight.
You have been so instrumental in this recovery. Without your dedication, commitment, love and professionalism, this would never have happened. We are so grateful and thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You have changed our life as a family, our life as parents, his life as a human being for ever and for the best. Of course, he worked hard himself and went all the way, but if he hadn't met you, we are not sure if he would have been able to achieve what he did. We look with confidence into the future, without being naive. He will face challenges and setbacks, but he learned how to handle those.
As you probably know, he picked up school again and graduated with grades. Next summer he will start university at home.
We will never forget you, thank again so much,
Louise's Recovery Story
Now I can look in the eyes of my daughter and see her happiness and her glorious shine because I am free to be there, to be emotionally available to her and to the people I love..
Louise B
Louise's Recovery Story
You’ve given me time. You've enriched my smile. Thank you for the time, thank you for the lessons, thank you for the support and thank you again for believing in me. Its been an absolute pleasure.
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I came to Camino with my life looking like a mess. I was unhappy, depressed and all out of control. I had a hard time dealing with and understanding life and its purpose.
During my journey I have learned how to clean up my mess and was given the tools for how to enjoy life for what its really about. I have learned how to properly laugh again and make connection to those around me. I got my family back.
This was the best decision I could ever have made.
An amazing experience that has kick started my life and started my recovery.
I will be forever and eternally grateful for the chance they gave me to change my life around.
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Camino Recovery is a haven. A place where I could just be. When I think of Camino Recovery now, my heart fills with warmth and inspiration.
Raz A
Raz's Recovery Story
I began to accept and even appreciate who I am. My time at Camino Recovery helped me to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel. This was hugely valuable, a glimpse of light and of hope, however small, spurred me on. I began to learn that my worth comes from within, not outside of myself in what I achieve and know. It gave me the courage to begin to trust my gut, trust my intuition and trust myself. It is by no means a quick fix. I faced a lot of dark times, but it did give me the wherewithal to take the next steps towards more fulfilment and inner peace.
I would recommend Camino Recovery to anyone. There is something incredibly special about it.
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Camino recovery changed my life! I was surrounded by darkness and pain before I came here. Their comprehensive programme and incredible staff provided a safe and welcoming environment to get some real work done. I have learnt too much about myself and others and gained tools and wisdom that will help carry me forward with light and love on my journey.
This week I have been blown away by Camino Recovery and the family programme. The caring and skills demonstrated by the Camino team, and by the dignity, respect and kindness afforded to the clients and all participants.
What I liked most was the innovative approach which complemented the traditional group therapy. I would recommend it for anyone who truly wants a quality recovery.
Sarah C
Sarah's Recovery Story
The therapeutic staff proved to be excellent, and I found the whole setup professional and mature. I made more progress towards a lasting recovery in my 4 weeks than in the whole 8 weeks I spent at my first treatment centre.
This was very different to any other treatment I’ve had. I’ve been offered an education unparalleled by any other therapy.
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Today is the day for me to say goodbye. I feel happy. I feel sad. I feel anxious.
The days here were special…..I was full of anger and I was frightened. I was sad…
Something changed. You all helped me to find the courage to open my eyes and start questioning me. I feel happy because I can look into the mirror and I see my eyes smiling to life…
I am not alone and I never will. I deserve to ask for help and I deserve not to be judged. I need to take care of myself and to be able to take care of others. I understand this. Thanks to you all
A life-changing month that I will never forget, leaving me with much hope and gratitude for my recovery.
Carla N
Carla's Recovery Story
There are really no words that can express the gratitude I have to you all. I have the courage and wisdom to accept that problems are never as big as they used to appear.
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Entered Camino with a cannabis problem, discovered I was an addict in most fields during my time there and left with a plan on how to live life again.
Thorough program tailored to an individuals needs.
Changed my life and my family forever. Thank you for saving me.
I came to Camino with my life looking like a mess. I was unhappy.,depressed and out of control. I had a hard time dealing with and understanding life and its purpose. During my journey I have learned how to clean up my mess and was given the tools for how to enjoy life for what it is really about. I have learned how to properly laugh again and make connection to those around me. I got my family back and my soul back. This was the best decision I could ever have made.
I genuinely could not speak more highly of Camino and how amazing the people here are. From day 1 I felt safe and comfortable, which allowed me to open up more than I ever would have imagined I would have. The staff all have the highest of qualifications which is obviously very comforting but its their caring nature and genuine wish for you to do well that sets Camino apart from anywhere else.
Going to Camino has changed my life. I am now living a sober life and it feels amazing.
Kelsie A
Kelsie's Recovery Story
FAMILY SUCCESS STORIES
The gracious thanks we receive from family members serve as a daily reminder of the significance and purpose of the work that we do here.
What follows are just a few of the many kind words we have received from the loved ones of our clients. We are privileged to take part in this healing work and consider it an honour. In return we honour their courage by sharing their words.
I can honestly say that the family workshop session at Camino Recovery was a game changer.
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What I liked most was the innovative approach which complemented the traditional group therapy. I would recommend it for anyone who truly wants a quality recovery.
Tom R
Tom's Family Programme Experience
I found the family week incredibly helpful in beginning to understand and come to terms with the nature of addictions.
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The family week far exceeded my expectations in almost every way.
Yasmine T
Yasmin's Family Programme Experience
The family therapy group is most rewarding. I leave full of hope and full of gratitude.
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The clients could not be in a better place to start their recovery.
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There should be more places like Camino Recovery. This has been an inspirational experience.
Pauline L
Pauline's Family Programme Experience
You saved my life and gave me the best start to my recovery journey.
This was amazing and I learnt about myself and about my sister and how to support her and do this for myself.
This week is probably one of the most important weeks we have done in our lives. Not only does it help us to understand our daughter but also to understand ourselves more and allows me to seek help for ourselves in order to help our daughter.
It was also incredibly comforting knowing that she is in such good hands and feels safe and able to grow
A life changing experience! I can’t thank everyone at Camino enough for sharing their immense experience, compassion and wisdom with us, throughout the Family Therapy.
Beth R
Beth's Family Programme Experience
Camino is not run like an institution but as a family business with the sole aim of supporting its clients’ recovery. They do this with a passion.
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The programme is excellent.
Hayley S
Hayley's Family Programme Experience
I came away feeling refreshed and revitalised, and, most important, hopeful about my sister’s recovery.
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So glad I participated.
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Camino Recovery has a warm, caring, serene and loving aura.
Karl K
Karl's Family Programme Experience
Don Lavender made the week so valuable for us. His approach was such that we felt comfortable about receiving and giving information at all times. It was constructive, informative and deeply valuable on all levels. Much more rewarding and informative than I had expected.
Camino Recovery has a warm, caring, serene and loving aura. A worthwhile home doing a worthwhile job. I wish the house and all the staff and all who enter the best of luck.
Your family week helped us to open our hearts to one another and be comfortable together. We could not have done it alone.
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I feel so lucky to have done work with professionals who I've trusted. The therapists are incredible-The best I've worked with on my journey so far. The family element of the centre and the core f the staff has been extremely beneficial to my process and progress. Eternally grateful to the Camino family.
I came to Camino in a lot of pain and with little faith or direction in my life. I had never had happiness that was genuine or consistent, and Camino has given me that. I learnt to put my full trust in a good place with kind people. I have found a balance in my inner world which I have never had, and I feel capable of living a life and knowing this life can be good. To have had my time here with all its ups and downs has been a true gift, and I am so grateful to every person who has helped me find my way in here.