A new high for recovering addicts

A new high for recovering addicts

In every congregation there are active addicts too scared to talk about their problem – but help is at hand.

‘We are a healing community with a holistic approach,’ said Yeldall Manor’s Chris Wood. ‘We help them speak out and start to heal.’

Yeldall is a residential drug and alcohol recovery centre near Reading. All the residents went away to the Brecon Beacons recently for a three-night stay of activities and team building.

‘Recovery from addiction has many facets – not least, enjoying life without drugs and alcohol,’ explained Chris. ‘Our residents, ranging from early-20s to mid-60s, took part in gorge walking, high ropes and zip wire, kayaking, caving and climbing Pen-y-Fan, the highest peak in the south of the UK.’

One resident said that it was his first-ever holiday and worth a month of therapy.

‘A happy recovery cannot be achieved alone or without God,’ said Chris. ‘The residents with a faith felt uplifted and those who are still searching took a few more steps towards knowing the Jesus that saves and sustains.’

Chris believes we all know an addict, whether it’s a parent, husband, wife or sibling.

‘Addiction isn’t something to be ashamed of and needs to be recognised as the biggest destroyer of lives in the UK today,’ he said. ‘Please come and talk to me at CRE.’

• Yeldall Manor are on stand P25 at CRE 24

Main photo: Recovering addicts scaling Pen-y-Fan

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