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The staff make you feel really welcome

Posted By xrayww46

"The staff make you feel really welcome"

About: Hull ReNew

(as a service user),

I was spending £140 on cannabis and smoked this over a day and half. I can light up a joint every 5 minutes because I pre-roll. I have been smoking cannabis since I was 20 and I feel it has become a lot worse recently. I can smoke over 25 joints a day.

I have been working with Renew since February 2023 and was with one worker, but she has since left her role and I have been working with Shawnna since the beginning of April. She came into my last appointment with my old keyworker, which was nice, and introduced herself.

I have made a massive reduction in my cannabis and reduced to 10 joints a day and now I am 5 days abstinent, which I feel very proud about. I have been offered a naloxone kit free, HEP C tested and I am booked in for my HEP B vaccines. I have also had a health assessment with the nurse and been supported to call for food vouchers. I also am getting support for my mental health from Renew. 

I have been made to feel comfortable by the people I have met, and supported to reduce cannabis. The staff make you feel really welcome and are non judgemental. I came for help and that’s exactly what they do help and support, given support and it is then up to us what we do with it..

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Response from Matthew Butler, Peer Mentor Coordinator & Volunteer Lead, ReNew, Change Grow Live 10 months ago
Matthew Butler
Peer Mentor Coordinator & Volunteer Lead, ReNew,
Change Grow Live

Holistically supporting adult service users to initiate recovery from drug and/or alcohol dependence; empowering Service Users to build their own recovery capital and supporting them to move into long term sustained recovery and social (re) integration. It is my responsibility to co-ordinate the work and development of all Pathways to Recovery through Peer Mentors and provide a point of liaison for Service Users and their feedback.

Submitted on 26/06/2023 at 11:34
Published on Care Opinion at 11:37

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That's fantastic to hear! Congratulations on making such a significant reduction in your cannabis consumption and achieving five days of abstinence. It's a great accomplishment, and you should be proud of yourself.

It's also wonderful to know that although your previous keyworker has left, you've found Shawnna to be helpful and supportive. The fact that she attended your last appointment with your old keyworker shows a seamless transition and dedication to your wellbeing.

It's commendable that you've taken advantage of the services provided by ReNew, such as the naloxone kit, HEP C testing, and HEP B vaccines. Taking care of your health is important, and it's excellent that you've utilised the resources available to you.

Keep up the excellent work, and continue taking advantage of the resources and support available to you. Your determination and the assistance from ReNew will undoubtedly contribute to your continued progress and wellbeing!

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