Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. SCRC is registered with the South African Department of Social Development, the Board of Health Funders, and Local Municipality. Our staff are accredited with the following professional bodies: South African Council for Social Service Profession (SACSSP) Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) South African Nursing Council (SANC) Board of Addiction Professionals (BAPSA)Like this:Like Loading...

Yes. Please contact our Accounts department for further information on +27 (39) 314 4777.Like this:Like Loading...

Yes, definitely. We have many international clients. With the current exchange rate and the high cost of addiction treatment international clients will find treatment in South Africa highly affordable. Our client-centered approach to treatment ensures the ability to cater for individuals from various contextual backgrounds. Like this:Like Loading...

The following items are not allowed at SCRC in Primary Care: Trinkets Excessive toiletries Mouthwash containing alcohol Perfume or aftershave containing alcohol Acetone nail polish remover Colored nail polish (only clear nail varnish is allowed) Aerosols (spray deodorant, Tabard spray, hair spray) Vests, spaghetti-strap tops, crop tops, short shorts, high heels, leggings, skinny jeans, tight-fitting / revealing clothing Medicines other than prescribed medication Cell phones, radios, MP3 players, CDs, DVDs, iPods, i Pads or laptops (only in Halfway House) Handbags, wallets, purses (only in Halfway House) Jewellery and other valuables Coffee, health teas, laxatives and protein drinks Lighters, lighter fluid, Zippo lighters, rolling tobacco, pipes and e-cigarettes Food items Chewing gum Literature Scissors, blades and other sharp objects Cash, credit cardsLike this:Like Loading...

We encourage family members to spend time with us in the sanctity of the SCRC environment and to engage in family meetings as well as mediated ‘conjoint’ counselling sessions with their loved one in treatment. We also welcome family members periodic participation in the SCRC programme to gain a greater understanding of the treatment process. Family members can assist recovery by providing collateral information pertaining to the client’s addiction. This is used therapeutically to raise awareness and break denial. SCRC remains in regular contact with the family throughout treatment. Families are able to arrange home visits once a client has achieved certain milestones in recovery (this is at the discretion of our Counselling Team). Family members are urged to participate in their own journey of recovery and attend support groups, such as Al-Anon, Nar-Anon and HEAL.Like this:Like Loading...

Individuals progress through treatment at various speeds, and it is therefore difficult to predetermine the exact length of treatment for any individual. Once an individualised treatment plan has been developed, and after the first month of treatment, a comprehensive assessment will be made in conjunction with all members of the therapeutic team and the family. Case reviews and continuous progress assessments play a role in influencing further interventions, and thus the expected treatment duration. Length of treatment is dependent on various factors, including (but not limited to) the following: affordability, work commitments, children, depth of addiction, period of use, multiple previous treatment attempts, poly-substance abuse, required crisis intervention, personality disorders, pervasive clinical syndromes, sexual abuse, eating disorders, sexual addiction, trauma, self-harm, attitude, level of commitment and work rate. Our own experience supports global research which shows that the longer the duration of treatment, the more positive the prognosis for sustainable recovery.Like this:Like Loading...

Yes. Our driver can collect clients either from Margate Airport or King Shaka International Airport in Durban. We also arrange private transport from any destination in South Africa for an additional fee.Like this:Like Loading...

Clothing Requirements Clothing suitable for hot and cool weather, that is acceptable as per the Dress Code below. Tracksuit and/or clothing appropriate for gym/exercise. Comfortable walking shoes, running shoes and slops. Modest sleepwear. Bathing costume and beach towel (no bikinis for ladies) 2 x bathroom towels Hat Dress Code Clothing must be loose-fitting, comfortable and presentable. Clothing that is tight-fitting or sexually suggestive will not be permitted. Clothing and/or accessories suggestive of alcohol or drug use / the culture of addiction will not be permitted. Toiletries & Medication Prescribed medication (with accompanying scripts) Toiletries (All items to be new/unopened and sealed where possible. No perfumes, toiletries containing alcohol and aerosols) Mosquito repellent (roll on) Hair removal cream for ladies (No razors and /or razor blades) Minimal makeup (Only foundation and mascara is allowed) Other Laundry bag (Available for purchase at SCRC) Hairdryer only (no hot irons) Torch 8 plastic coat hangers 1 large airtight Tupperware container (30 x 30) for tuck. (Available for purchase at SCRC) 1 x warm blanket Stationery Narcotics Anonymous “Step Working Guide” (Available for purchase at SCRC) Narcotics Anonymous Basic Text “The Blue Book” (Available for purchase at SCRC) Narcotics Anonymous Green and Gold “It Works: ...

What follows are 12 ‘Yes or No’ questions (developed from the DSM – IV criteria for substance dependence) that many counsellors use to evaluate whether an individual is addicted: Do you ever use substances in larger quantities than you intended? Do you ever use substances for longer periods than you intended? Do you now, or have you in the past, had a persistent desire to cut down on your substance use? Have you ever tried to cut down or control your use? Do you spend more time than you should getting ready to use, using or recovering from using? Have you ever failed to meet a major life responsibility because you were intoxicated, hung-over or in withdrawal? Have you given up work, social or recreational activities because of your substance use? Have you ever had any physical, psychological or social problems that were caused or made worse by your substance use? Have you continued to use despite knowing that substances were causing or making physical, psychological or social problems worse? Did your tolerance (your ability to use in larger and larger amounts without feeling intoxicated) increase rapidly after you started to use? Do you ever get physically uncomfortable or sick ...