Hello my name is Billy, I am an alcoholic!
Going through Cedars has helped me see that my life doesn’t have to be unmanageable and out of control. These days I hold my head up high I’m not shy, not scared and not alone, lost most of my anxiety and am no longer a menace to society. Cedars helped me put my feet back on the ground and gave me a solid foundation for my recovery. I still have the challenges and hurdles of everyday life to deal with; but I deal with all these without the use of alcohol or drugs (so much easier)! When I first walked in to Cedars I felt welcomed! The office staff, support staff, kitchen staff, gym instructor, Doctors and the of course the Counsellors are all world class! The friends I made at Cedars are all still a huge part of my new life. I now wake up every morning with a good conscience, knowing I do not have to say sorry too all the people I would have hurt if I was drinking. My work and family life are much better; I am reliable and a safe person to work with, I have a lot of patience and now have true feelings. In closing I would like to say thank you to all Cedars staff for saving my life!!
... Billy U.

  When I came to Cedar I really didn't have any hope... of anything!
I had quite literally given up. All I wanted was the "desire" to not drink, I was so afraid I would never want to quit, I really surprised myself. Cedars helped turned my whole life around. Today I am just short of 11 months sober but the best part is the difference to the quality of my life. Not only have I lost the obsession but the skills I have learned have helped me to overcome so many other obstacles in my life. It really is simple (not easy!) and it really works if you want it bad enough.

... Karen S.

  I am very grateful for my sobriety.
My sobriety is due to my treatment at Cedars & joining Alcoholics Anonymous. I attend three AA meetings a week – everyone is so friendly and united. It is the most fantastic organization in the world. I am so grateful to Cedars for introducing me to AA and for being a part of journey of my recovery. Thanks for my sobriety!

... Richard O.

  Coming to Cedars was by far the best thing that could of happened for me!
I was extremely frightened when I walked through the doors but the staff and the clinical team helped me feel at home. I spent 9 weeks at cedars and I wouldn’t change it for the world. What is 9 weeks for a chance at a life time of sobriety? Cedars is a beautiful place and to me very spiritual. They gave me the tools to stay sober one day at a time and for that I am grateful. Also I will never forget the wonderful friendships I have made. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me my life back.

... Tracy G.

  When I first came to Cedars I was unsure if anyone could help me!
I was so lost in my addiction I no longer wanted to live. My life now is truly better. I have confidence again and a positive outlook on life. All the things I used to worry about no longer haunt me. Cedars gave me the tools I needed to be successful in my new life without drugs or alcohol. They also helped me find out who I really am; a friendly, caring, compassionate human being. Thanks to everyone at Cedars I now have a (promising) future. The staff and my peers at Cedars are some of the greatest people I have ever met. Thank you, I love you all!

... Mike C.

  Cedars did what it said it would do
Cedars did change my life significantly. I was shown skill sets and was given knowledge to deal with the issues going forward. It was the sharing of all involved in the environment of self examination that brought about a new self awareness I had never before appreciated.

... Ronald D.