"Journey through addiction"

I started using ice (methamphetamine) about 8 years ago when I was in my early 20’s. I have struggled to cope after raising my brother and sister and then family services got involved. Ice started as a way to numb the pain of my struggles and soon became an addiction. A couple years later, I started to reach out to services for help.

I've been coming to the Nana Muru groups for the last 12 months. I like coming to the program to meet other people, doing art for therapy, mindfulness and learning about my addiction. They come and pick me up and without the transport I wouldn't be able to attend group. The facilitators help me to learn about my addiction and make positive changes. After completing the program I attended the weekly Aftercare Group. I still struggle with my addiction but I am learning to make better choices in my life.