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My time at watershed

Posted By venussg34

"My time at watershed"

About: Lives Lived Well ā€“ Watershed Residential Service (Wollongong)

(as a service user),


šŸ˜ŠI did the whole 6 weeks of the program at Watershed. I came here to get off alcohol and heroin and am on the buvidal injection. It is not my first rehab and compared to other rehabs I have been to in the past, I feel I got a lot more out of this program than previous rehabs.

The staff I've seen are supportive, friendly and knowledgeable. I learnt a lot in the short 6 weeks that I was here. I got a lot out of the groups and that will help me in my recovery going forward, especially the groups on reframing your thoughts and relapse prevention. I really enjoyed also the time for fun and physical activities like morning walks on the beach, going to the gym and art therapy. I felt like there is a really good balance with the groups, individual sessions and activities. I also liked that there is a mix of 12 step and smart meetings.

Also, the location and environment are breath taking and in such a beautiful part of NSW, waking up to water and mountain views every day and breathing in the fresh air here has helped my mental health and mindfulness.

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Response from Kris Crane, Advisor, Lived Experience, Clinical Services, Lives Lived Well 6 days ago
Kris Crane
Advisor, Lived Experience, Clinical Services,
Lives Lived Well

Submitted on 9/09/2025 at 10:28 AM
Published on Care Opinion Australia on 10/09/2025 at 9:28 AM

Hello venussg34,

Thank you for taking the time to write this authentic message about your time at Watershed.

Congratulations on completing the six week program. This is a great achievement.

I am glad that you found the program helpful. It sounds like you enjoyed the variety and options available throughout the six weeks. I think it is really important that people are exposed to a wide range of tools and resources and that they are able to decide which ones will work best for them.

I will pass your message on to the team who I am sure will love to hear your feedback.

Keep up the amazing work and remember to reach out if you ever need any supports in the future.

Thanks again for taking the time to write this post.

Kris

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