Residential Rehab at Abbington House
Residential rehab means staying with us for a period of weeks, with medical, therapeutic and personal support around you, while you begin to understand what has been driving the drinking or drug use.
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Most people do not come into residential treatment with everything understood. They may be tired, frightened, ashamed, physically unwell, or unsure whether they are ready.
As a private residential rehab provider, treatment gives people space away from daily pressure and routine, with structure around each day and support around the person as a whole.
Treatment takes place at our centre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, in a small residential setting where people can begin to settle, speak honestly, and understand what needs support next.
The early days of residential treatment
The early days of residential treatment
The first stage is often about becoming steady enough to take part in the work. For some people, that means medical detox. For others, it means sleep, food, rest, and getting used to being supported rather than carrying everything alone.
There is no expectation that someone has to explain everything perfectly on the first day. The early days give people time to settle into the house, meet the team, and begin speaking honestly when they are ready.
How residential treatment works here
Residential treatment at Abbington House brings the main parts of addiction treatment together in one place: daily structure, medical support, therapy, group work, family support, aftercare planning and community.
Each person’s treatment is shaped around their needs, risks, physical health, mental health, addiction history and what has been happening around them. Some people need detox first. Some need support for mental health alongside addiction. Some need help rebuilding trust with family.
The structure holds the day, but treatment still moves at a pace the person can manage.
Medically Supervised Detox
Medically Supervised Detox
For people who need to stop safely, detox can be provided as part of residential treatment where clinically appropriate, with nursing staff available day and night.
Therapy
Therapy
One-to-one and group therapy help people understand what alcohol or drugs have been doing for them, what sits underneath the addiction, and what may need support next.
Complementary therapies
Complementary therapies
Aftercare and the Abbington Community
Aftercare and the Abbington Community
After residential treatment, people are offered one year of aftercare, with lifetime access to the Abbington Community beyond that.
Family Support
Common Questions About Residential Rehab
Can someone come to residential rehab while still drinking or using?
Yes. Many people are still drinking or using when they first make contact. Residential treatment is built to meet people where they are, including those who have not yet managed to stop.
Is food included?
All meals are included as part of our residential rehab programme. Nutrition is a key component of recovery, and our Chef Marion can accommodate for different dietary requirements.
Visit our food and nutrition page for more details.
Do you offer other activities?
Yes, at Abbington House we offer weekly activities including gym access, swimming, boxing, and games nights as part of our programme. You can learn more about weekly activities on our activities and leisure page.
Speak to our team
There is no need to be certain that residential rehab is the right answer before speaking to someone. Many people make contact unsure. Some are calling for themselves. Others are calling for a partner, parent, son, daughter, friend or colleague.
A confidential conversation can help you understand whether residential treatment is appropriate, what support may be needed, and what the next step would look like. You can also read more about how admissions work.