What our Heroin Detox patients say about Novus Medical Detox Center
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Best detox I've ever been to. It was a very comfortable and supportive atmosphere. Everyone was awesome…I feel great, better than I've ever expected to feel without dope and I've decided to continue my treatment in Louisiana after detox here.
Student ( Heroin)
My stay at Novus was absolutely remarkable. After receiving treatment in several other detox facilities, my expectations were not very high. Those other facilities had all used a cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all program. Novus custom tailored a detox program for my exact needs and then - with careful monitoring - even adjusted it as I went along. The physical and emotional problems I expected never arose. Their unique combination of hydration, IV and orally administered vitamins and supplements, medicines to ease withdrawal symptoms and excellent nutritional program worked better than I could have ever hoped for.
The entire staff - from cooks and housekeepers to doctors, nurses and counselors - treated me with the utmost respect and consideration. The counselors and medical staff were very knowledgeable. They answered all my questions, taught me a great deal about my illness and gave me the exact and simple steps I needed to continue into a full and complete recovery when I left their care. They also gave me the hope, encouragement and confidence I so desperately needed after my many previous failures. Remember - detox is only the first step of recovery.
The Novus facility was exactly as described. Clean, modern, peaceful and private. It was the ideal environment I needed to start my recovery in. The private room which included a flat-screen TV/DVD, Satellite System, private phone and internet access was absolutely beautiful and enabled me to remain connected to society. I was never out of touch with my family, friends or business.
My peers (nine or ten other patients) were from all walks of life and came from all across the US and Canada. They were a wonderful group of people and I watched as every one of them received the same quality treatment I did. Each day I could see them noticeably improve and I am sure they saw the same in me. I wish them all the best.
Without reservation, I would recommend the Novus program to anyone, anywhere that needs help breaking out of the seemingly never-ending cycle of addiction. I have absolutely no doubt that Novus can and will put you on the correct road to recovery.
Small Business Owner/Operator (heroin)
Before I came to Novus I was clean for 3 ½ years. While I was clean I was in a treatment program close to my home. During my time in that program I was taught that I could fix my problems by taking medication and I was also taught to let go of the things in my life that I can not control. While I have been at Novus I have learned that almost everything I thought was right was actually wrong. I now know I do not need meds to control myself. I have a completely different attitude on the situations at home. I look forward to helping my family in any way possible and not ever giving up on them.
Real Estate (Heroin, Methadone, Xanax, Valium)
Everything is pretty much perfect… everyone here is great in my opinion.
Novus really accommodates to anyone's diet and I notice a huge difference in the way my diet here has affected my health in a positive way …
After coming to Novus I feel like I have gotten my life back. I feel free in a way I have never felt in my life. For the first time in over 2 years, I feel like a well-functioning human being. It seems like I can do anything if I put my heart and mind to it. It is so important for me to be able to maintain a healthy, happy lifestyle. I can now go take care of myself and my pets and enjoy it fully instead of dread every waking moment, in fear, discomfort and irrational behavior. Now I can live my life to the fullest, and I can spend time (very precious time) with the people and pets I love, and accept that although we are not immortal creatures, every moment from now on is so much more meaningful and a much better memory with them than the guilty and unhappy moments and memories that I had been enduring previously, because of my disease, my addictions. My life is now so much more full and honest than it ever has been. Life is important and time is not refundable. But you can change and turn something negative into something positive. A huge weight has been lifted from me, and a void I had felt that was a huge hole in my heart and soul is now shrinking immensely each day that I am clean. Thank you Novus and staff of Novus for giving me this amazing miraculous gift!
Self-Employed (OxyContin, Heroin, Xanax)
Medical protocol: perfect. All Novus staff were equally helpful.
Novus is great for “detox” but detox is only the first step and aftercare is critical (in my own case).
Small Business Owner/Operator (Heroin)
While here I definitely realized that life through clear and sober eyes is definitely a more tranquil and peaceful way to live your life. Also, I feel that being sober is a more joyous and happy experience.
Student (Heroin, Percocet)
It was good—very comfortable and relaxing, unlike any detox I've been to.
I made the decision to go to rehab for further treatment.
Student (Heroin)
Can’t think of a thing to better this operation. Each and every Novus employee at some time or another went out of their way to be helpful. I can’t express my gratitude enough. It is truly a therapeutic treat to be around such an upbeat staff. Also the bonds created with the wide variety of patients is amazing.
Honestly I feel I can look away in a new direction to find hope, for what to me seemed hopeless. The chronic pain issue is still an open ended question, but I know what does not work. I’ve made friends that I will be in touch with for continuing support, since we do have that in common, along with our Novus experience.
Unlike my past detox experience, the fact that I feel pretty good is a welcome surprise. The non narcotic suppression of pain is another welcome surprise. You can certainly say I’ve learned something during my stay. Rewriting my routine is on me, and with a little help from my new found friends, I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. By the way, thank you for not making me feel like an axe murderer. I think that’s the psychological backbone of other detox programs. I believe my optimism to continue my sobriety has everything to do with a self worth sense that I acquired here, because of all your staffs positive energy. It’s infectious. Yup, I’m gonna make it! Thanks a bunch.
Boat Captain (Heroin)
For a first time addict the fear of the unknown surpassed my need to want to become clean and free of drugs. In my decision making Novus stood out above all the others in their compassion, holistic/natural approach to health/addiction and their desire to let you be free of burden, stress and/or typical clinic/hospital routines or setting and their approach to individuals in detox. Thanks again! I know I made the right decision.
The facility was very clean! My room was always kept in order and my needs were always met in regard to toiletries and housekeeping (ie: fans/heaters, extra pillows, etc.)
It’s amazing as a human being how we can become so paralyzed through fear…the negative thoughts and inhibitions we allow to swirl amidst us and create such obstacles that could cause us to continue down a black dark hole with no positive or beneficial outcomes. I’m so grateful that for even a moment I allowed my true human strength/love for myself and my daughter/family take prevalence with this shining moment that I found Novus through my internet search! I’ve always been one to go with my sixth sense or gut feeling and luckily it told me to choose Novus detox!! Upon my arrival I was placed in room 9 and as strange or as insignificant this meant, to me it was an added bonus or sign that I was in the right place doing the right thing…see 9 is and has been my lucky number since childhood. Within these 6 days, however, feeling like an eternity, I’ve found myself again. I missed myself…this woman though young had gone through so much turmoil and arose on top a strong independent single mother…and it was nice to feel her inside.
It will be a tough road ahead but not experiencing life on life’s terms wouldn’t be living and I so badly want to live again!! So I end with my motto I used to say to myself through tough times (before drugs). It is what it is (in regard to life or uncontrollable events which entails all but you!) and my favorite, Inhale…Exhale…Let Life Prevail!!
Thanks for the beginning to the rest of my life!
Cocktail Waitress/Sales (OxyContin, Heroin)
My stay here was very good. I felt comfortable and everybody was great. All of the Novus personnel were great.
Food was the best I have ever had at any facility.
I have come to realize how bad I need to help myself get better. I will be going to rehab.
Student (Roxycottin, heroin)
My stay at Novus was awesome. I was so pleased with everything! All the nurses and counselors were great.
I’m a picky eater and it was great food. I liked everything.
I was so scared of the unknown and didn’t know what to expect. Before getting here I was in another world. This experience was my first besides trying on my own and there is no way I would have been able to do it alone. I am so glad I chose to come here if not I may have not been alive this week. I now can go home and focus on my son and life being straight.
Medical Assistant (heroin)