Success stories
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Gill's story
I felt isolated and extremely depressed, but coming to Double Impact has been a lifeline for me and helped me to make a change.
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Aldona's story
My keyworker at Boston Recovery Pathways suggested that we set up a group for other language speakers where we could read the literature and participate in discussions. I liked this idea!
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Julia's story
I know I’m not alone, and that it’s perfectly normal to feel anxious. I have the tools and knowledge to deal with most things life can throw in my direction. When I need help, I have Double Impact.
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Matt's story
I have given my family their son, brother and partner back. I have given my friends the person that they know back. I have taken away the stress and worry that I was filling them with.
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Adhi's story
I decided to start joining face to face meetings and found them very helpful. The journey to my recovery had started…
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Gemma's story
Before I started the Mentoring Course I thought that I couldn’t achieve anything, but now I know that I can.
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Ben's story
Whatever happens in the future, I have gained something invaluable that has been missing from my life for decades, hope and optimism. Life, it turns out, is worth it.
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Marni's story
When I was on drugs I didn’t feel like living but now I’m genuinely happy.
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Adam's story
I left the first meeting feeling overwhelmed by the kindness and honesty of the members of the group and the hosts.
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Mel's Story
Having lost her home and job due to alcohol, Mel regains her confidence through volunteering at Cafe Sobar, and has since become a paid member of staff.
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Kim's story
My journey started the day I walked thru the wellbeing hub around 6 years ago, the women that came thru those doors is not the women you see today.
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Kate's story
I am proud to say that I am a recovering alcoholic. I have been drinking since I was 14 but it didn’t get to be a massive impact until 2 years ago.