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Stuart’s Story | Recovery Near You | Substance misuse

Hear how Recovery Near You helped one person turn their life around and find a renewed sense of purpose.

In this video, Stuart, a member of the Recovery Near You community shares their journey from struggling with alcohol to completing residential rehabilitation and returning to the service for ongoing recovery support.

They explain how taking part in a recovery course and volunteering helped them stay grounded, rebuild their confidence and develop a sense of purpose. They also reflect on how the support they received helped them maintain their recovery and build a life they are proud of.

Asked to describe Recovery Near You in one word, they choose “inspirational”, saying: “It’s changed my life and for the best.”