Testimonials

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I live in an ANA works house and I hear a lot of people moaning that they live in supported housing and can’t wait to get their own place, but for me I’ve found it really helpful as I’ve made some really good friends who know if I’m struggling without even saying anything. It’s our own little community and because sometimes I struggle to get to meetings because of health conditions, I know they're always there to talk to and to help me through any difficulties that I have going on. The house is always clean and tidy as luckily we're all house proud. We also have a garden which is great for my mental health, which I also struggle with. It’s given me extra surport while I rebuild my life. From someone who is normally solitary and independent, at this time in my life it has made me realise I need people around me and help and support from people going through the same situation.

I’ve been through recovery before and I feel this time I’ve been given a better chance to recover with all the support from staff and peers with after care and the help Alan gives me when I go for a one-to-one session. Knowing I have support really helps as the last time I had 12 weeks treatment then was sent out on my own, but it was a different rehabilitation service who didn’t do a 12 step program and It didn’t work for me that well. I did get some longish clean time but I didn’t have the tools and support I have now.

After coming out of treatment I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to live in one of the ANA works houses. It offers me safety and security after a turbulent time back in my home town. The staff are incredible, especially Vicky. She understands and supports my goal to be the best mother I can be for my son. I feel that I can speak to her and Abby about anything, the one to one sessions are a highlight in my recovery. Having a safe environment is key, and that’s exactly what ANA works provides.

There’s not enough words to express my gratitude for the support I’ve received whilst living in the supported housing provided by ANA Treatment.

My time living here will be coming to an end come the Summer, as the time has come for me to move on. Thanks to the amazing support, care, understanding, patience, knowledge, guidance and specialised treatment for trauma, I will be leaving as a completely different person to when I first moved in.

I was a very vulnerable, very sick man, I was a lost soul with really no understanding of the person I was. Putting down the drink and drugs was the “easy” part, dealing with the deep rooted trauma was, and is, the difficult part. The treatment I’ve received has not only changed my life, I believe it’s saved my life; it’s been that vital in my recovery journey. 

Alan took me through the therapy very gently, very patiently, always ensuring I was in a safe space, he constantly talked through and explained the process, no session was ever rushed, the therapy itself was never rushed, it took as long as it needed. Like I said, I simply cannot express how grateful I am, it’s impossible. I will just be eternally grateful and the genuine love, kindness, care, professionalism, knowledge, patience, guidance and support will never, ever be forgotten. 

Alan and Vicky were for me heaven-sent, at the beginning of my stay in secondary I wasn’t the easiest of clients to work with but they never gave up on me. Today, thanks to them, I am the person I was meant to be. Thank you so, so much Alan, Vicky and every single person associated with ANA Treatment, I doubt you’ll ever know just how thankful I am as words just aren’t enough. 

I was introduced to Ana Works during my time in residential rehab at Arc in Portsmouth. I was homeless going into rehab and wanted to make the move to Portsmouth to support my recovery and build a future.

I had my interview with Ana where I met Vicky, who talked me through how Ana Works worked and a few days later I was offered a place.

I was moved into a lovely house with other people in recovery and the support I have received from Vicky and the team has been superb.

I have been with Ana Works for 9 months now. It has allowed me the space and time

to concentrate on my recovery, whilst attending NA meetings. I am almost a year clean and I have never been happier.

Ana Works has allowed me to continue to get myself better in a safe environment surrounded by other people with the same goal as me, I will always be indebted to Ana Works. It is an amazing set-up and I would recommend it to anyone.

Special mention must go to Vicky, her support as my key worker has been incredible. I feel very grateful.

I have been in ANA Works housing for about 8 months now. I cannot overstate how grateful I am to have a place here. I have the freedom and safety to learn how to live a life without using drugs. The house itself is great, the service charge is incredibly reasonable, and my house mates are like my family. We are all given the freedom we need, but have a solid support network and regular checks to make sure we are on track.