Addiction Recovery Stories

"K.B., a woman in her 60s had unsuccessfully tried to conquer her problem drinking at several rehabilitation facilities. Her drinking often led to verbal tirades in social situations and strained relations. With the support of their minister, her husband convinced her to come to WW. She no longer drinks."

"Dear Mr. Cabaniss, first of all, I would like to thank you once more for everything you have done for my family. The program that has changed my mother's life is one of a kind and you have done a great job with the success of your patients and their families. So, thank you again for helping my family through such a difficult time. It was a pleasure to meet you when I was there and all the counselors you have hired for the Wellness Center were very impressive."

"Williamsville Wellness provided me with everything I needed to move forward in recovery and serenity. The staff (All the staff) were very caring and professional. They all have a huge part in saving my life. If you want to begin working on a life of freedom from addiction and are tired of faking the funk and hiding behind the game face, please do everything you can to make your way to this special place."

"J.T. was a sports star at a Division 1 college when his drinking first sabotaged him. When he lost his scholarship, he became a binge drinker and prone to blackouts. His estranged father, a recovering alcoholic, re-established ties with J.T. and connected him with Williamsville Wellness. They now go to AA meetings every Sunday and enjoy a strong bond."

"J.W. was a 20-year-old gambler and a recovering heroin addict when he arrived at WW. During his stay, he overcame his gambling compulsion, but he still needed to work on his drug problem. When he left, he kept in touch with Williamsville's executive director to discuss his problems and worked on his drug rehabilitation. Today, he is living in a halfway house and is drug-free."

"I went to Williamsville recently and was amazed at there approach to addiction. The staff was amazing. There are alot of reasons that lead to addiction and Williamsville works on those as well as the addiction. I had to leave earlier then planned but have been doing great since leaving and will utilize what I learned to help keep me going forward. This place allows to you still be Human. Great food, great freedom and amazing staff from the directors to the house managers."

"I want to say thank you to all of you there at WW. Today I celebrated 1 year, without gambling in my life. It has been a remarkable turn from the direction I was heading a year ago. Bless you all & happy thanksgiving!"