What makes Changes different from the average Joburg rehab?

We are not a spa with a few support groups tacked on; Changes is a clinically led unit that prioritises medical safety, honest assessment, dual-diagnosis expertise and family work over décor and slogans, so time and money are spent on what actually reduces risk.

What really happens in my first few days at Changes?

You are medically assessed, stabilised, screened for co-occurring mental health problems, oriented to the programme and given clear boundaries, because the safest way to get through the messy early phase is with structure, not endless emotional debriefing.

Is Changes suitable for high-functioning professionals and their families?

Yes; we work daily with people who still have jobs, degrees and status but whose home lives are on fire, and we protect confidentiality while being very direct about risk, workplace implications and the gap between the image and the reality.

How does Changes involve my family without turning it into a blame fest?

We invite families into structured sessions where we talk about boundaries, safety, money and patterns, not just who said what in 2012, so relatives are supported to change their own behaviour instead of being recruited as unpaid wardens.

What outcomes can I realistically expect from a stay at Changes?

We do not promise miracle cures; the honest goal is medical stabilisation, clear diagnosis, solid relapse-prevention planning and a very different family script around addiction, so your risk of ending up in ICU, prison or another destructive cycle is sharply reduced.

Drug & Alcohol Rehab

Medical aids pay for inpatient addiction treatment.

We’ll pre-authorise for you.

Changes Addiction Rehab has the full range of care: Primary Care, Long Term rehab, Halfway Houses and Outpatient.

HELP FOR ME

HELP FOR A LOVED ONE

-EVERYONE DESERVES A FRESH START-

Change Your Life Today

Changes Addiction Rehab provides specialised clinical care, family support, and re-integration services, to those who need addiction treatment and recovery. We provide treatment from the initial assessment through to admission, managing patients’ clinical detox, and once complete, we develop a treatment plan for each client’s individual and unique needs. We offer primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment programmes as well as relapse prevention care in order to assist you throughout your personal recovery process.

Our passion and purpose is centred on working with patients and their families to treat all forms of addiction while addressing each person’s mental health needs.

We have a holistic approach to healing which focuses on more than just addiction recovery: We address the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual impact using drugs and/or alcohol has had on each patient.

Families of patients can be integral to successful sustained recovery, providing strong support systems after individuals exit treatment. Loved ones are included and updated every step of the way in the patient’s treatment process.

Need Help? Call us today

081 444 7000

– WE UNDERSTAND –

The Destructive Disease of Addiction

And we know that it has far-reaching consequences. We help our clients build up life skills again and assist them with re-integrating into society. It’s possible for an alcoholic or addict to overcome their addiction and we play an integral part in facilitating the recovery process. We assist addicts and their families in a way that supports a full recovery.

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Why Choose Us?

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Includes a multi-disciplinary approach based on abstinence, positive affirmation, intensive counselling and adherence to a structured 12-step recovery programme.

– TESTIMONIALS–

What People Say

“I have the utmost respect and gratitude for Changes and the entire team, from Sheryl all the way to Howard the cook and David the guard. Changes was where I received the love, respect, and safety to begin my recovery journey. It works if you work it.”

Emma

“I just wanted to say thank you for the Changes Family for everything you did so far to assist with my son. In the beginning I felt like a terrible mom, but it is definitely worth it. I also knew that he was safe and I could finally breathe. He’s got a positive attitude and I just want to say thanks to everyone who cared and gave him a chance..”

Janene

“Compassionate. Understanding. Respectful. Motivational.

Professional medical and counselling care. Complete education about addiction and the solution. Best family support system.”

Ingrid

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Resources for Those Seeking Recovery

You’re not responsible for your disease but you are responsible for your recovery. Change your life today