Treatment Approach

At St John of God Hospital, we are dedicated to helping you reclaim your life from addiction. Our addiction services are rooted in a non-shame-based, non-confrontational approach, ensuring you receive the support you need on your road to recovery. Our highly qualified team understands the sensitive nature of addiction and works to create a safe and supportive environment for all patients.

Patient-Focused Care

Every person’s journey with addiction is unique. Our Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) of experts—including consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, doctors, specialized nurses, social workers, and therapists—will work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan focused on achieving long-term recovery.

Comprehensive Addiction Services

We offer a range of specialized services designed to support your recovery, including:

The Detox Treatment is 28 days in duration, and while we encourage patients to complete the full course, you have the freedom to leave if you choose.

Your Admission

What to bring:

• Clothing: Bring several changes of casual, comfortable clothes, along with your night clothes. You are encouraged to get up and dressed each day to support your recovery process.

• Toiletries: Ensure you bring towels and personal hygiene items such as soap, shampoo, toothbrush, and toothpaste.

• Medications: Bring your current medications to ensure they are prescribed correctly. Medications can be stored in the hospital pharmacy for up to 28 days. Nursing staff can return them to you or send them home with a family member during this period.

• Money: There is no ATM on-site. Please bring enough money to use certain machines and vending facilities during your stay.

• Watch/Clock/MP3 Player/Radio: We recommend bringing these items for personal use, as Kindles are not permitted.

• Gym Clothes: If you are well enough to attend the gym, bring appropriate gym clothes and runners to support your recovery.

What Not to Bring:

• Electric Blankets, Kettles, Irons, Hot-Water Bottles, or Candles: These items are not allowed for safety reasons.

• Valuables: To ensure the safety of your valuables, such as expensive jewellery and large sums of money, please return them home or deposit them in the Hospital’s Cash Office for safekeeping. The Hospital is not responsible for items kept in patients' rooms.

• Portable TV Sets: These are not allowed in certain wards; please check with the nursing staff.

• Alcoholic Beverages and External Drugs: These are strictly prohibited.

Restrictions:

• Phone Usage: Phone use is restricted to specific hours to support your recovery process:
  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Weekdays)
  9:00 am - 8:00 pm (Weekends)

Visiting Times:

• Monday - Friday (All Suites):
  4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays:
  4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Reach Out for Support

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, we're here to help. Contact us today to start your journey to recovery.

For details on what to expect and how to prepare for your stay, click here. All communications and treatments are handled with the utmost confidentiality.