A district in southwest Hertfordshire, Three Rivers is ideally located in Watford and London. Here, you’ll find several inpatient and outpatient facilities treating a range of drug addiction, alcohol addiction and associated mental health concerns.

Types of Rehabilitation Services Available in Three Rivers

Three Rivers is a district, close to Watford, Hertfordshire and London. If you’re looking for private drug and alcohol rehab facilities in Three Rivers, you’ve come to the right place. At Addiction Advocates, we’re the UK’s leading rehab referral service, working directly with private rehabs around the UK to help individuals to access the right level of care and support they need. Cassiobury Court, in Watford, is the closest located to Three Rivers.

As a referral service, we can start the admissions process for you. Alternatively, a GP can make the first referral. You must be registered at a GP, but if you’re based in Three Rivers, there are several GP clinics to choose from in Rickmansworth. For your GP to make a referral, you’ll need to book an appointment to see them.

Your GP will likely want to discuss your addiction with you as well as any physical and psychological symptoms. They may also prescribe medication to help ease any side effects and highlight local support groups in the Three Rivers area. This includes Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, which can be found in Watford, North Bushey and Rickmansworth.

Not only are community groups like this essential for your recovery, especially after your rehab treatment has come to an end, but it’s a great place to meet other people in the same situation.

 

Benefits of Choosing Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Those looking for rehab in the Three Rivers area have a choice between inpatient and outpatient treatment. Outpatient treatment, which is typically available on the NHS is when you return home after receiving treatment at a clinic. Inpatient treatment is when individuals stay in a private room at a clinic for the duration of their drug and alcohol rehab programme.

People who have other commitments or responsibilities typically favour outpatient treatment. However, you need to consider the challenges of outpatient rehab. Namely, that you’ll be returning to a familiar area where drugs and alcohol could be readily available, and you might have limited support.

Inpatient treatment, on the other hand, has the best chance of long-term recovery. This type of addiction recovery treatment that we refer individuals to. Commonly referred to as private rehab treatment, it has a number of benefits including:

  • Unlimited support and guidance
  • Around-the-clock advice
  • Access to leading facilities
  • Medically-assisted detox and recovery
  • A private room to call home
  • Aftercare and prevention advice

At Addiction Advocates, we’re here to help you to find a rehab centre that best suits your needs, and we can start the referral process for you. If you have any questions about inpatient rehab in Three Rivers or want to know what to expect, pick up the phone today.

 

How is Addiction Treated in Three Rivers?

Every alcohol and drug rehab centre is different but addiction is typically treated using a combination of talking therapy, creative therapy and family therapy. At Addiction Advocates, we work with some of the UK’s leading inpatient and private facilities to help individuals to get their life back on track. When you first arrive, a doctor will assess your physical and mental condition. Before any therapy begins, you must detox from any drugs or alcohol in your system.

During the detox process, it’s common to experience withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, shaking and muscle cramps. In some instances, these can become more severe and include hallucinations and seizures. These symptoms will be monitored, however, and you’ll be prescribed medication to help ease the effects. This makes completing a drug and alcohol detox in rehab one of the safest and most effective ways to do it.

Once you’ve completed an alcohol and drug detox, it’s then time to start treatment. Therapy is typically completed in group and individual sessions, and some rehab centres encourage family therapy too. When you’re not taking part in these sessions, you are free to make the most of your chosen rehab centre’s grounds, any facilities available, as well as wellbeing activities such as yoga and meditation.

As part of your treatment, you’ll also work with a team on relapse prevention and aftercare. Again, you’ll be provided with details of local support groups near Three Rivers, which can help you to stay accountable and resilient.

 

How Long are Residential Rehab Programmes?

The length of your rehab programme will depend on the centre you choose as well as if you’re an outpatient or inpatient and whether or not a detox is required. We typically refer individuals to private clinics on a 28-day programme. However, shorter stays are available.

 

Finding the Right Rehabilitation Facility with Our Help

Starting the referral process can be daunting, but we’re here to take care of the whole thing at Addiction Advocates. It begins with a phone call, where we’ll get to know you and your treatment requirements. We can then recommend several rehab clinics – either close to Three Rivers or further afield in the UK.

What’s more, we only work with the best rehabilitation providers, so you can rest assured that once there, you’ll be in the best hands.

That’s not all. We offer support for everyone affected by addiction – whether you’re the individual struggling at the centre of it, a concerned family member, a friend, or even an employer. So, whether you have any questions about rehab or want to start a referral, get in touch with our friendly team today. Call on 0800 012 6088.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I pack for rehab?
Guidance on what to take can vary from one facility to the next but in general terms you should take a range of comfortable and practical clothing. Some places may offer physical exercise, a range of activities and even spas or pools so bring appropriate gear. You should bring toiletries and personal effects such as photographs and musical instruments. Electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets are generally allowed, but only in your free time when treatment is done for the day.
How do I pick the right rehabilitation programme? 
Your first question might be, ‘How do I find a rehab near me?’ but there are many factors to consider when choosing the best rehab for you, of which location is one. You might not be in the best place mentally to deal with these questions when in the grip of an addiction, but we can help guide you through the options and find the right rehab for your own personal circumstances.
What is the difference between inpatient and outpatient rehab?
At an inpatient or residential rehab you will stay at the centre, allowing you to concentrate on a structured programme of treatments away from the triggers and stresses of everyday life. An outpatient programme, of the type typically offered by the NHS, will require you to attend appointments at clinics or other venues. You will have to manage these appointments yourself, as well as the detoxification process. Both approaches can be valuable but inpatient rehab is generally more effective for serious addiction problems.

References

  • [1] GP clinics - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-gp/results/Rickmansworth?latitude=51.638844594890365&longitude=-0.46918201589656666