Tom Harrison House provides weekend retreats for family members of our beneficiaries who are undertaking treatment in our programme. The aim of these retreats is twofold: First, to enhance knowledge of addiction and its ripple effect throughout the family system. This enables participants to understand to some extent what their loved ones are experiencing during treatment at Tom Harrison House as well as acknowledging the profound impact that addiction has had on their own lives. Second, it provides some rest and respite for participants, turns the focus on them instead of the addict in the family and supports them to start their own recovery journey regardless of whether their loved one remains abstinent and in recovery or not. We take the participants out of the city and into the beautiful countryside overlooking Derwent Water in the Lake District which helps in reminding them that they are more than a carer for a loved one. The weekend includes a range of activities; educational, therapeutic and relaxing and although the workshop is challenging at times the impact it makes, reflected in the feedback we receive, is profound.
Dates for 2025
January 17 – 19
April 4 -6
September 12 – 14
Here are what some of the family participants had so say about the residential.
What I enjoyed most was the way the therapists work and how amazing they are at what they do.
I learnt that I cannot remove another person’s pain, but I can empathise.
The workshop made me face the reality of things that hold me back.
I learnt so much more about addiction and codependency.
Everyone was allowed lots of time and offered/given more time later if necessary.
100% valuable work that not only helps the family members but will undoubtedly have a positive impact on those we love who are addicted.
The enthusiasm and knowledge of the therapists was infectious and inspiring.
The workshop helped me to feel safe to explore.
I am able to look inside myself more and it has given me the tools I need to carry on the work at home.
For more info on our family retreats contact rob@tomharrisonhouse.org.uk
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