Life Works Brochure2012

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Life Works is a private specialist

Behavioural Health facility

leading the way in the

Integrated Treatment of:

Alcohol and Drug Addictions

Eating Disorders including

Anorexia, Bulimia and

Over Eating,

Mood Disorders and

Anxiety Disorders,

Compulsive Disorders

including Sex and Love

Addiction, Co-Dependency

and Gambling Addiction.

We believe that we oer the best

and most comprehensive evidence

based treatment for Behavioural

Health problems in Europe. Our

unique integrated treatment approach

combined with the expertise of our

specialist team, has earned Life Works

its excellent reputation reected in the

highest industry award of three stars

Excellent from the industry regulator

the Care Quality Commission.

Life Works is committed to helping

each individual achieve a sustained

and healthy recovery and an

improved quality of life. We provide

the highest level of care to our clients

and our range of services include:

Residential Primary Treatment

Detoxication Programme

Assessment and Stabilisation

Programme

Day Care Programme

Intensive Family Programme

Outpatient services

Extended Care Treatment

Aftercare Programme

This place does what it says

on the packet, it makes life

work for you. My experience

here has been priceless ithas given me back my life. I

will be eternally thankful for

all that Life Works has done

for me. Thank you.

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How Can Life Works help me?Our Integrated Treatment approach

to Behavioural Health problems is

based on global evidence-based

best practice adapted to a European

context and our own professional

experience of what is eective.

Our Clients receive:

Careful pre-admission screening for

suitability for treatment at Life Works

Comprehensive medical,psychiatric and psychological

assessments on arrival

Medical detoxication where

required for physical and

psychological stabilisation

Intensive Group psychotherapy

using a wide range of therapies

Family Work

Trauma stabilisation

Nutritional support

Psycho-educational lectures

and workshops Relapse prevention and

Aftercare planning

To ensure the eectiveness of our

approach to treatment, Lifeworks

Clinical Advisory Panel is comprised

of some of the worlds leading

experts who assist us in developing

and maintaining our innovative and

eective treatment programmes.

Treatment ApproachBehavioural Health issues require an

in-depth and sophisticated approach

focusing on all aspects of theindividual including physical, mental,

social and spiritual elements and

treating all co-occurring Behavioural

Health issues in an integrated way.

At Life Works we are aware of the

complexity of individual diculties

and understand that people may

be struggling with more than

one disorder. Our programme is

designed to address every aspect

of the individuals struggle withBehavioural Health issues. We are

able to eectively address and

treat co-occurring disorders (such

as depression and alcoholism,

eating disorders and anxiety,

drug and sex addiction) rather

than treating them separately or

simply ignoring the co-occurring

issues. For Substance Addictions

and Compulsive Behaviours, the

programme is built on the 12 Step

Programme, a model of abstinence

proven success world-wide.

We believe that this integrated

approach vastly increases the chance

of sustained recovery. Without this

holistic approach the individual is

more likely to be at risk of relapse,

developing another disorder, or not

enjoying a higher quality of life.

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Life Works ResidentialTreatmentLife Works Residential Treatment

programme is a 4-12 week

intensive programme for those with

Behavioural Health issues, delivered

at our beautiful Georgian Manor

house set in the tranquil Surrey

countryside. Residential care plays

an important role in helping an

individual to address their issues. It

removes them from their current

situation to a safe haven allowing

them to be medically, physically and

psychologically stabilised. It is only

when an individual is stabilised that

therapy can eectively commence

and recovery begin.

Life Works treatment programmes

have been developed and designed

by leading international experts. We

adopt a multi-disciplinary approach

employing the advanced skills of

Psychiatric Consultants, Masters

level Psychotherapists, Neurologists,

Physicians, Specialist Nurses,

Dieticians, Physiotherapists and

Complementary Therapists working

as a team to ensure comprehensive

and individual treatment.

Recovery is our passion. We

are committed to healing the

whole person mind, body,

spirit and emotions.

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Life Works Addictions ProgrammeAddiction to alcohol and other drugs

can sometimes seem overwhelming

and it can be dicult to know who

to turn to for help. At Life Works we

understand what you are going

through. Our expert team provides

a caring and comprehensive

rehabilitation programme which

addresses the eects of the disease.

At Life Works we treat a range ofaddictions including:

Alcohol

Opiates including Heroin and

Heroin substitutes

Stimulants including Cocaine and

Amphetamines

Designer drugs including Ecstasy

and MDMA

Marijuana

Hallucinogens and other

illicit drugs

Prescription medications including

Benzodiazepines, pain medicationand Barbiturates.

Life Works Addictions Programme,

devised by internationally renowned

clinicians, helps individuals recover

from their addiction to alcohol and

drugs and assists them in rebuilding

damaged relationships. Incorporating

the 12-Step philosophy, our treatment

programme is designed to assist you

at all stages of your recovery.

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Life Works Eating Disorders Programme

The Life Works Eating Disorders

Programme is an intensive six week

programme specially designed

for those clients suering from

Anorexia, Bulimia and Over-Eating.

The programme is built on a series

of levels from 1 to 5. As a person

moves through the level system, they

progressively take more and more

responsibility for their food intake,and ultimately for their meal planning

and food preparation. Focussing

on the complexities of the disorder

this aords the individual the best

possible chance of recovery.

Created by experts in the eld

and based on best practise, we

have found this programme to be

extremely eective. Our team of

professionals deliver a comprehensive

and high level of care and support. In

addition to a thorough personalised

assessment, the programmeincludes Nutritional Counselling, a

Wellness Table for all meals, Shiatsu

Stretch classes for gentle exercise,

Art and Drama Therapies, Cognitive

Behavioural Therapies to address

distorted and obsessive thinking,

Family Therapy, special assignments

that address perfectionism and

distorted body image issues, a focus

on Relapse Prevention, extensive

Aftercare planning and support

and an overall holistic approach to

treating this complex and often life

threatening illness.

Life Works has given me

strength and hope for the

future. Life really does work!

Jo, Eating Disorder

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Life Works Mood and AnxietyDisorders ProgammeDepression and bipolar disorder

are often complex and can have

far-reaching and potentially very

dangerous consequences for

both individuals and their families.

As the illness progresses, the

individual becomes more and more

pre-occupied and increasingly

withdrawn from others. Over time,

depression disconnects the personfrom themselves, from others and

the community which leads to

overwhelming feelings of loneliness

and isolation.

Anxiety can have a signicant impact

on the quality of the individuals life,

aecting interpersonal relationships and

limiting the individuals engagement

with the world. Experience has shown

us that our Anxiety Programme enables

clients to understand the underlyingcauses of anxiety and provides eective

techniques for management resulting in

improvement in all aspects of daily life.

It is important to recognise that

depression, bipolar disorder and

anxiety are treatable illnesses; the

sooner a person seeks help the

sooner he or she can get relief

and possibly avoid further distress.

Depression and Anxiety can

frequently present together. At Life

Works our intensive programmebegins with a detailed psychiatric and

medical assessment. The programme

focuses on the underlying causes of

your depression, bipolar disorder and/

or anxiety and teaches new coping

strategies to assist with managing

the illness. We believe that utilising a

combination of treatments including

group and individual psychotherapy,

CBT counselling and medication

vastly increases your chances of

sustained recovery and improvedquality of life.

Life Works CompulsiveBehaviours ProgrammeAt Life Works we understand the huge

impact that Compulsive Disorders

can have on an individuals life and

the eect it has on friends and family.

At Life Works we treat a range of

compulsive disorders including:

Sex Addiction

Love Addiction

Gambling Addiction Co-dependency

The aim of the programme is help

individuals uncover the origins

and underlying causes of their

compulsive behaviours, working

towards a redenition of themselves

and others whilst learning new

strategies for coping. In addition,

our team is able to assist in resolving

underlying trauma that frequently

contribute to the development ofcompulsive behaviours.

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Life Works Detoxication ProgrammeThe Detoxication Programme is a

short term programme oered to

clients who wish to detoxify from

alcohol and drugs. Detoxication is

the rst step towards recovery, as it

addresses physical withdrawal from

alcohol or other chemicals and begins

the process of physical, mental and

emotional stabilisation. Only once

an individual is stabilised can theyengage in the process of recovery.

Life Works has created best practise

detoxication protocols to ensure

that the best medical care and

emotional support is given to every

individual. We are experienced in

alcohol and drug and poly-drug

detoxication. Detoxication is

managed sensitively and gradually,

with a high level of medical support.

Throughout the process theindividual is monitored around the

clock by our medical sta. Individuals

receive a full Medical and Psychiatric

assessment with our Consultant

Psychiatrist and the opportunity to

work in groups and attend lectures

during the day if appropriate.

Life Works Stabilisation andAssessment ProgrammeLife Works 7-14 day Stabilisation

and Assessment Programme is a

multi- disciplinary, medically-based

programme designed to thoroughlyassess and, if needed, stabilise the

individual. This programme is suitable

for individuals who may be unwilling

to commit to lengthy treatment

or are unsure of their need for

treatment. The Programme ensures

the individual is thoroughly medically,

psychiatrically and psychologically

assessed in order to identify the most

appropriate treatment options. At the

completion of the programme the

individual receives recommendationsfor continuing care derived from a full

comprehensive assessment.

Life Works Family ProgrammeWe value the role of the family in

treating behavioural health issues and

family therapy forms an integral part

of residential treatment at Life Works.

Our Family Works Programme is a

non-residential programme designed

by Life Works to enable participants

to establish a mutually supportive

family whilst developing the requisite

tools for ongoing growth and

development. The programme servesto address the trans-generational

cycle of dysfunction that aect

many families. Staed by our expert

clinicians, families are provided with

a safe and nurturing environment to

overcome the problems that arise

from broken lines of communication.

Ensuring the integrity, respect and

dignity of all participants are central

to our philosophy.

Our aim is to oer hope of a

better life in recovery.

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Life Works Extended Care ProgrammeLife Works Extended Care Programme

oers specialised care for individuals

recovering from Behavioural Health

issues who require either extended

residential care or who would

benet from a staggered return to

the outside world. The structured

programme consists of Group and

Individual therapy, 12 Step work

(where appropriate), life skill sessions,psycho-educational lectures and

fellowship group meetings.

Clients have structured free time in

the evenings and on the weekends,

planned and approved with

their individual counsellors. The

programme is based in our beautiful

Grade II listed cottage within the

grounds of The Grange and oers

a comfortable, relaxed and healing

space in which to start building thebridge back into healthy everyday life.

After Care ServicesAftercare is a core aspect of

treatment. At Life Works our Aftercare

Programme has been carefully

designed to provide each individual

with the support they need when

they leave treatment. We conduct

an assessment of individual aftercare

needs, develop a personalised

Continuing Care plan, make relevant

referrals for a range of interventions

including counselling and 12-stepfellowships, and provide access to

weekly aftercare groups.

Day Care ProgrammeLife Works Day Care Programme is

highly valued by those who attend

whether it is a client who has recently

completed primary treatment and

requires step down support, or

someone who attends just for Day

Care. Day Care clients attend from one

to ve days per week and participatein all therapeutic activities.

Outpatient ServicesWe oer a range of Consultant

Psychiatrists and Therapists who are

available for outpatient appointments.

For more information on Life

Works Outpatient Care, call us on

0800 081 0700, to speak to one

of our sta in condence. We can

answer any questions or concerns

you may have and help you nd the

right treatment.

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The FacilitiesLife Works residential facility in

Old Woking, Surrey, is a safe and

comfortable place to start the process

of recovery. Set in a beautiful listed

building in the Surrey countryside we

provide a haven for recovery 24 hours

a day. This lovingly restored, Grade II

listed Georgian manor house has a

large traditional walled garden, well

appointed bedrooms, comfortable

sitting rooms, small gym and a passionfor home cooked nutritious food.

FundingTreatment is a signicant investment

of time and money, and often at a

dicult time. It is therefore especially

important that funding is addressed

supportively and smoothly.

Private Medical InsuranceWe are recognised by all major private

medical insurers. We advise that,

where possible, the client checks

with their insurer to ascertain thelevel of cover of their policy. If you

have private medical insurance then

you should let us know as soon as

possible. We will guide you in the

application process that should be

followed in order to avoid having

diculties with claiming benet.

Private PaymentClients who wish to self-fund will

need to complete our assessment

process. We will then make a

recommendation to you about your

treatment. For residential treatment

this will most often comprise an

inpatient stay of 5-6 weeks.

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Life Works is dedicatedto recovery.

Our core purpose:

To transform lives and leave alegacy of recovery and hope forfuture generations.


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LIFE WORKS COMMUNITY Ltd

The Grange, High Street,

Old Woking, Surrey GU22 8LB

Tel: +44 (0) 1483 757 572

Fax: +44 (0) 1483 755 966

[email protected]

www.lifeworkscommunity.com

For more information please call:

+44 (0) 808 149 8225

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