Testimonials
When I began studying a ‘Diploma of Community Services’ at Ultimo TAFE, I soon became very passionate about pursuing a placement at Kathleen York House in Glebe.
Having heard only the most wonderful reviews about the program there, I had a burning desire to be chosen by Kathleen York to develop my skills and professionalism in such a specialised area of drug and alcohol treatment.
Having now done work placement there, I have found the program has lived up to all my expectations and more.
The Rehabilitation program is like nothing I’ve ever observed before professionally or personally.
I was impressed to observe the love and care that each staff member showed to every client and their treatment of each individual based on that client’s unique life experience.
The program employs a full variety of group processes, which really cuts through to each client’s core issues and helps them discover and uncover the reasons why they have made the choices they have made.
When comparing the Kathleen York House program to other programs I’ve been involved in, what stands out is their practical and organised approach within a group setting that helps build up each individual’s confidence, whilst providing tools and processes to live a life without the use of drugs and alcohol.
During my work placement I experienced the house to be a safe, caring and loving environment for the women and children. I found the staff to be highly professional, being able to highlight not only treatment around addiction and behaviour patterns but also sensitive to issues of trauma and mental illness.
The program educates the women on the health benefits of eating balanced, wholesome cooked food and also adopting a sugar free and smoke free lifestyle.
Furthermore, it incorporates exercise such as yoga, gym resistance training and regular walks into the timetable. This helps the women to feel a lot stronger and more confident whilst providing resources for each client to become the best version of themselves they can possibly be.
In my opinion the Kathleen York program really offers a mind, body and spirit approach to recovery.
I’m truly grateful for all I have learnt and continue to learn at Kathleen York. I believe I’ve really developed a wonderful understanding of the specialist care that is given there to help the women and their children on the journey to recovery. The women continue to inspire me each week as I watch them transform and grow. They truly are my biggest role models.
Emillie Beyer (Student)