Service users’ stories
If you are looking to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs, CGL Newham Rise can help. We have supported a number of people in our borough, including those below.
“CGL Newham Rise supported me in applying for rehab and took me there. I have now been sober since the 22nd of January 2024” – John
Read more of John’s story here (PDF)
“CGL helped me get back on track and when I was discharged, I started to volunteer with CGL as a Peer Mentor. I was then able to support others struggling the way” - Simran
Read more of Simran’s story here (PDF)
"My CGL keyworker taught me to live in the present and forget about living in the past and thinking about what might happen in the future. For the first time in my life, at 51 years old I wanted to have a future” – Ronaldo
Read more of Ronaldo’s story here (PDF)
“CGL’s staff take their time and energy to change your life, it’s not just another day at work treating you like a number” - Jack
Read more of Jack’s story here (PDF)
If you would like support to help turn your life around, call 0800 652 3879 or email Newham.referrals@cgl.org.uk.
Please note, the names above have been changed to protect the service users’ identities. All experiences were shared in September 2024.
