Detoxification

Taking the first step towards recovery is a big and positive move and we’re here to make it as smooth and supportive as possible. Detoxification might feel like a big change, but it’s also the start of a healthier, brighter future.

At Broadway Lodge, our caring and experienced team of general nurses, nurse prescribers, mental health professionals and healthcare assistants are here for you 24/7. With many of our team members having over a decade of experience, you can feel confident knowing you’ll be in expert hands as you take this important step towards a better you.

What can I be detoxed from at Broadway Lodge?

Our tailored detox programmes specialist medical team can help you safely withdraw from substances including the following:

• Alcohol
• Opiates (e.g., heroin, methadone, buprenorphine)
• Benzodiazepines (both prescribed and illicit use)
• Certain prescription medications (e.g., pain relief drugs)

The length of your detox depends on factors such as the type of substance, the severity of misuse and your overall health. For example, an alcohol detox is typically completed within two weeks, while an opiate or benzodiazepine detox may take between one to four weeks or longer.

Testimonial

“The detox at Broadway Lodge was the best that I’ve ever done. I felt quite stable and really, really safe in my detox which was important to me, particularly as a vulnerable woman. The level of support that I encountered was second to none. My treatment felt tailor made – all of my needs were met emotionally and in therapy. The love, care and understanding – there’s not enough words of gratitude that I could give to Broadway Lodge.”

Detox at Broadway Lodge

What you can expect at Broadway Lodge

From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll be welcomed by a friendly medical team who will guide you to your private en-suite room in the Gordon Beard Unit, our 5-bedroom medical suite, which is next to our main house. You’ll have space to relax and settle in, with a clinician available to help you unpack and discuss your personalised care plan.

We provide twin-occupancy rooms (same-sex peers only) where you’ll have access to a comfortable, supportive environment. Nurses will monitor your health closely and prescribe medication to help manage any withdrawal symptoms, reducing doses gradually until the detox is complete.

How will I feel during detox?

Everyone’s detox experience is unique and withdrawal symptoms vary depending on your substance use, health, and history. While symptoms can be unpleasant, we’re here to make the process as safe and comfortable as possible.

Your symptoms will be monitored closely and we’ll prescribe medication to minimise the side effects, adjusting this if necessary for your comfort.

Holistic treatments such as auricular acupuncture are offered to help you to relax and help ease any symptoms being experienced during your detox.

Will I receive any therapy during my detox?

Yes, absolutely. While you’re detoxing, you’ll also take part in a supportive therapeutic programme designed to address the psychological part of addiction. This includes one-to-one counselling, group therapy, working on Step 1 of the 12 Steps, as well as assignments and workshops crafted to challenge beliefs and shift your thinking patterns. We also offer auricular acupuncture, which can promote healing, aid sleep, and calm the mind.

In addition to therapy, our team will ensure that you have a safe exit plan in place before you leave treatment and will provide lots of follow-on advice including relapse prevention information. For an idea of what your week might look like, click the button below to view an example schedule.

Should I stay longer than detox?

Detox is typically the first step towards recovery if you are physically dependent to alcohol or certain substances. While it’s possible to come to Broadway Lodge for detox alone, we strongly recommend continuing onto our full, structured therapeutic programme for a longer stay. This next phase focuses on deep exploration of the underlying causes of your drinking/using and helping you to improve your mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing for a solid foundation to recovery.

Through therapeutic treatment, you’ll build tools and strategies to maintain long-term sobriety and better overall health.