What our residents say about us
James
South Africa
RCWR has been an absolutely life-changing experience for me. I came here looking for answers, and with the help of some amazing counsellors, I have found a purpose for my life. The programme just works. I’ve increased my understanding of what a balanced and structured life really entails. After these three months, I feel that I have a better chance of finding happiness and fulfilment in my life.
Robbie
South Africa
I have been in and out of recovery for about 12 years now, and I can say White River Recovery Centre is the most professional facility I have attended. The key factors for me were the combination of incredible one-on-one and group therapy sessions. I’ve finally, really, deeply, and truly found out who I am, and from this platform, I can move forward and live a happier life. For anyone struggling with addiction, no matter where you are in life, I would recommend RCWR.
Jaco
South Africa
Coming here has honestly been the most valuable decision I’ve made so far—a life-changing experience. I would recommend RCWR to anyone who would like to step up and make the changes they need in their lives. This is what it has done for me. It works!
Brian
South Africa
The best recovery process I have ever experienced. It has been life-changing for me. Thank you so much for giving me hope, purpose, and direction again. Alan Strachan and Mike Freeman, I am forever in your debt for speaking love and truth back into my life. I love you, my brothers in Christ, to bits.
Utah
Netherlands
I was broken, busted, and not to be trusted. I was a 21-year-old Dutch guy who kept slipping and falling in my constant search for happiness and struggle with my emotions. I got caught up in drugs that made me feel happy and comforted—until I had a label above my head saying “addict.” I lost all my money, my loved ones, my relationships, and the things I stood for.
It took a while for me to accept I had a problem and needed help. Once I did, it led me to a place filled with people who shared the same struggles. A place filled with love and support. It helped me process my emotions and shape my future. It taught me the lessons that will help me love myself, see that I will do great things, and take life head-on. White River Recovery Centre is a safe, judgement-free space that brings serenity and wisdom to your life, and now I have to carry that forward.
Anonymous
South Africa
This place is really special to me. It’s exactly what I needed to kick-start my new life in recovery—from therapy to activities to the community environment and all its challenges. It’s a humble, good-hearted place.
For someone like me who had lost all hope, as well as my sense of self and identity, this place allowed me to rediscover who I am and work on issues I didn’t even realise I had. Leaving here, I feel like I have a family away from family and real friendships. Most importantly, I’m leaving here as a whole, functioning human being who can contribute to society.
Not every day was easy, but here, I was safe enough to have those difficult days and get the support I needed. I found a sense of peace within myself and a foundation for a positive future. I will forever be grateful to everyone here. I’ve laughed and cried more in the last four months than I can remember. This has hands down been the most meaningful and purposeful experience of my life.
Bereket
South Africa
I came in here broken. I thought I had come for methamphetamine and opiate addiction, but I soon realised that my addiction was a deeper issue. The team at White River Recovery helped me see my potential and discover a new sense of value for life. I am now determined to live with purpose and take back my life.
Anonymous
South Africa
For the past seven years, I have been battling crystal meth addiction. I lost everything because of this—including myself. I have been in seven rehabs, some of them completely ineffective and unregistered. I lost all hope, faith, and purpose and saw no reason to live.
That changed when I arrived at White River Recovery Centre. The friendly, passionate, and dedicated staff treat clients with dignity and respect. The therapy here is unmatched. I highly recommend RCWR and am very grateful that I completed a three-month programme here.
Anonymous
South Africa
This place works. The staff and the community are very dedicated and good professionals. Day and night, they are always there to help. This place works.
Edward
United Kingdom
White River Recovery is run by a group of dedicated passionate staff who generally care and show compassion towards their clients.
MNU
South Africa
It was challenging but worthwhile, I don’t regret one moment of it.
Glovani
Netherlands
I have found the strength to go out and make a success of my life.
Richard
South Africa
If you surrender and put in the work, this place can change your life!
Previous Client
South Africa
Three months in this recovery centre will make the rest of your life worth living for.
Previous Client
South Africa
This place has been so good to me since I arrived, and the way that I was helped is tremendous. I can’t thank the staff enough for the good care. I would definitely recommend this place if you want to tackle your addiction.
Previous Client
South Africa
White River Recovery Centre is more than just a rehab. I have truly found myself here, my life’s purpose, and learned how to love myself. This place has undoubtedly saved my life, and I would recommend it to anyone stuck in life, regardless of whether or not they have substance or dependency issues.
Previous Client
South Africa
Looking back at my time here over the past three months, I can only remember good things. With this not being my first rehab, I can honestly say that I have learned so much — leaving with a full heart and feeling prepared. With all the staff’s continuous effort and hard work, I am feeling so grateful for coming here. The whole program has grown me and taught me so much. I am going back into the real world with the coping skills I have very much needed. Thank you so much to everyone here. I am eternally grateful for everything.
Previous Client
South Africa
This has been the best experience of my lifetime. The therapist and therapy received here is well-planned and has a great impact on my recovery. I have learned so much and highly recommend them for any addiction.
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